Amdavadi trousseaus go bolder

Few years ago it was hard to believe that a bride could go for anything edgy let alone experiment with colours when it came to her trousseau.
It’s a different story now as the wedding trousseau has undergone a bold makeover. Today it’s a classic fusion of Indian tradition with international cuts and silhouettes. Says designer Tarun Tahiliani, “With more exposure to various cultures, women now don’t shy away from experimenting.As fashion trends lean towards edgier, racier and classier looks, wedding trousseaus have also evolved.”
From demure to edgy
“A decade ago no one thought that a trousseau could undergo so many changes making way for a edgier look. Lately with jacket blouses teaming up with sarees/lehengas and shararas a lot has changed. With new age Indian women being exposed to international fashion, today’s bride is open to experimenting,” explains designer Bhumika Shodhan.
While exposure to international fashion is a sure reason why bridal couture is going all glam, is because these ensembles are comfortable to sport. “Not only are these wedding attires easy to wear, they are comfortable too, as more attention is given on the cuts and silhouettes that accentuate the curvaceous Indian body,” says designer Swati Vijaivargie.
The ‘saree’ chronicle
One of the biggest changes that this wedding season has seen is the saree gown. Being body hugging and easy to drape, the saree gown is extremely comfortable and is quickly climbing up the fashion ladder. This ensemble can be worn by women of all ages.
Designer Kiran Uttam Ghosh says, “Not many have the patience of draping their saree. The saree-gown can be draped easily, and its body hugging structure makes it easier for brides to easily carry it. Also jacket blouses teamed up with sarees are catching up.”
Colours & silhouettes
As this wedding season is all about experimenting, the colour palette is seeing a lot of changes, asserts Kiran Uttam Ghosh, “From silver, antique and rose gold to pale salmon pink, ivory, deep teal, rich reds and deep purples are in this season along with Indian jewel tones.”
Brides are opting for cuts that are comfortable and accentuate their curves. Adding crop tops to lehengas with traditional duppattas or peplum tops with dhoti pants or the half saree with quirky prints and bold colours are in. The idea is to keep it simple and stylish by adding statement pieces of baubles.
The Gujarati bride goes glam
Gujarati brides have never shied away when it comes to experimenting. “Gujarati brides are open to experimenting. Be it mixing jackets with saree or saree-gown or even sharara with jacket blouses for wedding are some options that has Gujarati takers,” says Swati.
“Though Gujarati brides want to keep the tradition alive and prefer the original panetar for the pheras, for other ceremonies opt for
statement jewelleries whilst keeping the outfit simple yet classy,” says Bhumika.
Fashion for grooms
Grooms too are going experimental when it comes to their looks. From adding a touch of colours like aquamarine, pink to solid colours like black, teal, red, gold and beige are the colours seen this year. Be it teaming fitted trousers with Jodhpuri bandhgala or wearing a jacket on a pair of kurta pyjamas are also in. Men are also opting for smart layering options and going experimental while adding embellishments to their ensemble.