Picture this: after many months of preparation and planning, you and your beloved are finally set to tie the knot this summer season. Needless to say, you will want to arrive looking like a million bucks, grooving at the beat of drums on your big day. And to keep the party going, you will surely want to choose light, hassle-free fits. So if you are wondering how you can keep it suave yet easy, the answer to that is prints! When choosing an outfit for a pre-wedding event, start by thinking about exactly what you will be doing while wearing them.
Top: Archana Jaju, Bottom: JJ Valaya
If you are going to take onto the dance floor for the welcome party, you will want to freely throw your hands in the air. For the mehndi event, you might want to roll up your sleeves to get your couple’s initials drawn on your forearm. Choosing a light, printed outfit for these events is the most ideal choice, especially for a summertime groom. Printed ensembles will provide you with the comfort and ease you need to enjoy your big day. While most wedding outfits take to the back of the wardrobe, printed kurta sets and jackets can be styled to fit other festivals and events too. You can mix and match different prints to create a jazzy, fun kurta set.
Top: JJ Valaya, Bottom: Kalki Men
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"Invest in a new-age digital printed kurta to create a quirky festive look"
Whether you like bright or muted colours, bold or minimal pattern, start by choosing a printed kurta of your preference. You can choose from floral motifs, block prints and digital designer prints. Further, topping it up with a layer will add emphasis on the torso of this printed ensemble. You can choose to elevate the look by adding a monochromatic jacket like the Archana Jaju yellow number or a contrasting jacket such as the Kalki Men’s pick with matching button detail to bring in the charm of layering. Infuse balance with JJ Valaya’s printed ivory jacket set, ideal for a suave groom.
Top: JJ Valaya, Bottom: Mayyur Girotra
Don’t be afraid to rediscover the classic summer prints of floral vines. You can also try floral block prints for a more symmetric and balanced look. In this way, you can incorporate the spirit of south Asian craftsmanship as it is the perfect way to showcase your love for the traditional arts. If you are looking to take it up a notch, you can explore the world of modern digital prints with Nirmooha’s crepe kurta set. The brave choice of sporting print on print is never forgotten with outfits like Mayyur Girotra’s orange kurta with chudidar set. It creates a head-turning, stylish look, making you stand out of the crowd. Printed outfits can sometimes look two-dimensional, which presents the perfect opportunity to add in some jewellery.
Top: Mayyur Girotra, Bottom: Nirmooha by Preeti Jain
Expert Advice
"Mix and match traditional and digital prints for a unique pre-wedding look"
Main Image: Kalki Men