White is the color of serenity and of tranquil love. White is pure; white is bliss. However, despite so many qualities that white has up its sleeve, not many communities in India choose the color for the bridal attire. While the West has embraced white as a way of life for the bride for her wedding, we Indians choose to go with bright hues—namely—red, pink, and magenta, or even green.
Newer shades are lifting their heads up with the advent of designer wear but we are still shying away from incorporating white as a dominant color for bridal wear. Not to forget the fact that South Indian Hindu brides are dressed in white and Catholic brides around the country wear white too. For a change, why not take a look at 12 top looks for the bride in white? These simple looks could change the way you think about bridal wear in white. Here they come:
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1. The Malayali bridal look
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The traditional Malayali saree in white silk with a golden border is a classic bridal ensemble that is revered across cultures. Essentially, this look is simple yet elegant. Authentically, the Malayali look in white needs accessorizing with lots of golden bling, but then, you can choose the amount of bling you want per your taste. In short, this is an iconic Indian bridal look in white that will rock even a century later.
2. The western look
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Inspired from the white gowns of Western weddings, is this gown-style white lehenga that is peppy and classy at the same time. With a flowy silhouette, a well-cut fall and the perfect shade of white, we would not dare to give white a miss if it were always this cool for bridal wear. Try this when you want to go for a minimalistic approach and be sure to turn heads aplenty.
3. The off-whitish look
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This is the right white bridal dress for those who have a taste for the elegant picks from the fashion world. The cut is very Indian and the feel very Western. The main attraction is the off-white tint that is understated and not too in-your-face! Want to be rooted yet frolicky at heart? This is the best white bridal dress to flaunt.
4. The lacy look
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Swathed in sequins and stonework, this white lehenga is offset by elegant net lacings. Under the right lighting, the best effect of this lehenga is flattered. The lehenga is heavy to carry, but looks perfect when teamed with a perfect veil or gorgeous dupatta.
5. The navy blue and white look
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Navy blue and white make for a lovely combo, and when worn right on the wedding day, this could be a rocking outfit. The work is intricate and also reflects the finesse with which the work is bound to the flowy fabric. The georgette is easy to breathe in and the white domination is awesome in the entire bridal look.
6. A sassy white look
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If you’re someone who is modern yet traditional, try this sassy white gown-style ghagra choli. With net layering and a fluffy cut, this is an old school style of bridal wear in white that will find a way across the ages to stay hot. The border on this dress is the hallmark, given that it stands out despite being of the same shade as the entire body.
7. The lehenga with a train
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With a long train, this wedding lehenga gown is an amalgamation of the western style gown and the Indian lehenga. The train is the main highlight while the white tint is amazing for any type of bride. The piece is traditional yet comes with a certain jazz that never makes it dull as a white wedding outfit for the bride.
8. Colory white glory
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A very interesting pick, this wedding dress in white is sassy because of the multi-hued choli. The lehenga is in pure white, and thanks to the fabric being silk, it stands out further among many similar wedding outfits in white. In addition, the funk factor that is added in the form of the hue is unmistakable and wipes out the need for any jewelry.
9. A twist to tradition
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This is a contemporary spin to the Malayali white wedding saree we ranked at numero uno position. The lehenga is in light silk and has a wonderful and traditional border in golden. It is cut smartly but works its magic even on the simplest of brides.
10. The dash of red for a white beauty
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This is a study in contrasts. The white dominates and we even miss out seeing the bright splash of red from up front. A pure form color that is pristine and mild, topped with a ravishing dash of red brings together two separate threads of bridal traditions. The lehenga is very contemporary and stands out as being chic and gorgeous.
11. The lacy white creation
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Hued in white, or rather cream-colored designer lehenga, this bridal piece turns heads due to its intricate filigree work on the entire lehenga body. The white lace-like intricate work embroidered over a translucent base is an example of pure form artistry. The lehenga is appealing due to its simplicity and stands out due to its gorgeous finish.
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12. A jazzed up piece in white
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The last bridal piece in white is the icing on the cake. This lehenga is completely done up in lace and its highlight is the way the sleeves are. The material is soft and blends well with any skin type. The detailing is noteworthy, as is the silhouette. The lehenga is very zingy yet conservative in look and feel.
With white appearing so regal on the bride in these looks, we know for sure, that some of you would-be brides might pick the color for your own wedding. Go ahead and send us your snaps so that the world knows how ethereal a bride looks in plain gorgeous white!
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