Pastel Colours v/s Bold Colours: Choosing The Right Colour For Your Wedding

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Last Updated on March 9, 2022 by Sagarika Kapoor

Time and again, every bride will have this question in their mind before they begin their wedding shopping. Choosing the colour of the lehenga is one of the most difficult tasks, especially in today’s time when we have a plethora of options available. We have seen brides going over the top and experimenting with their lehenga colours, while many brides prefer a minimalist look. It can be a little tricky to decide which colour to opt for. The question is quite common, but you will also have to consider other aspects to picking the right colour for your wedding. Here, we have curated this blog to help solve your concerns related to colour combinations for your wedding outfit. 

Choosing the right colour for your wedding 

The colour red holds a special significance in our culture. But, the time has gone and it is not mandatory for brides to go for a red bridal lehenga. Millennial brides are even experimenting with their lehengas, blouse, and whole outfits to stand out from the crowd. Continue scrolling to find out when it is the right time to wear a pastel-coloured lehenga and when should you choose a dark-coloured lehenga.

When to wear Pastel Bridal Outfits? 

Source: Seema Gujral Designs, Divine Mantra

Pastel bridal outfits look stunning on every skin tone and are becoming the number one preference for most brides. Even the wedding pictures look surreal and dream when brides are wearing pastel bridal outfits. You can experiment with pastel colours for your big day and other wedding festivities as well. Here’s when you can consider wearing a pastel-coloured bridal lehenga.

1. For the perfect day wedding look 

Source: Rashi Sehgal, Razz Films and Photography

If you are having a day wedding function, then you can definitely consider wearing lighter and pastel shades. Colours such as whimsical peaches, blushed pinks, powder blues, and lavender are so alluring. These are the shades that will surely get all the eyes on you and enhance your glow on your special day. A bride can even wear a pastel-coloured outfit for their night function. However, before planning this, one must also consider the contrasting colours of the decor.

There are chances that it may make you look underdressed in a night function because of the contrasting shades. If you are planning to wear a pastel-coloured outfit for a night function, you must also plan the decor and theme accordingly. 

[Also Read: Lehenga Designs For Mehndi Function: Short And Quirky Lehenga Designs For Your Mehndi]

2. Pull off the minimalist look with ease 

Source: Shutter Down Photography, Veni Events

If you want to pull off a minimalist look, then you can surely ditch the bright and bold shades for your wedding. Bright shades are perfect for that OTT bride look. But, you can achieve a dreamy minimalist look with the perfect pastel-coloured lehenga. Be it powder blue or pastel green, all these pastel shades will enhance your minimalist look. 

3. Surprise the crowd 

Source: Razz Films and Photography, Hitched & Clicked

As mentioned above, the red colour holds a special significance and many people have this image that a bride will either wear a deep red or pink bridal lehenga. Change the narrative and surprise the crowd by ditching your regular red bridal lehenga. You can opt for a beautiful pastel lehenga and be the stunning bride. Give those hatke vibes and choose a unique colour for your wedding. If you need any assistance with choosing the right colour for your wedding, you can seek guidance from our Styl consultants. 

4. Makes your jewellery stand out 

Source: Rolling Arcs Photography, Razz Films and Photography

Your breathtaking jewellery will definitely pop out if you choose a pastel-coloured lehenga. If you are planning on wearing some breathtaking jewels on your big day, you must definitely consider a pastel-coloured lehenga to make it stand out. 

[Also Read: How To Take Care Of Your Bridal Jewellery Post-Wedding?]

5. For those dreamy pictures 

Source: Anita Dongre, Razz Films and Photography

There is no denying that pastel coloured outfits are the perfect pick for those dreamy and surreal pictures. Even wedding photographers agree with the fact that the pictures come out to be really well in such an outfit. Just make sure that you or any guest don’t spill anything on your outfit. Else, the stain will appear and ruin your pictures completely as it may be difficult to remove the stain from a light coloured outfit. 

When to wear Dark and Bold Coloured Outfits? 

We have all seen brides donning different dark and bold shades on their special days. A bride can even rock a dark coloured outfit on her big day. Here’s when a bride should consider wearing a dark coloured outfit. 

1. An ideal choice for both day and night functions 

Source: Hitched and Clicked

Whether it is a day event or a night function, dark colour outfits are a perfect choice. You can simply pick any bright or bold colour for your function and be the rocking diva on your special day. Dark colours even come out well on different types of fabrics. So, whether you have a summer wedding or a winter wedding, you will find your perfect fit and shade in that fabric.

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2. More is more 

Source: Hitched and Clicked, Razz Films and Photography

Not all brides live by the quote ‘less is more’, and that’s absolutely fine as well. Many brides prefer going over the top with their looks and prefer heavier and dark shade lehengas. A bold-coloured lehenga will definitely make you look glamorous if you style it right. 

3. Create a slimming illusion 

Source: Razz Films and Photography, The Pakistani Bride

Lighter shades can give the illusion of a larger frame. If you are curvy or a bit conscious about your figure, you can opt for darker shades for your wedding festivities. Darker shades such as blue, purple, and brown will help in hiding the flaws and give the perfect slimming illusion. However, there are chances that it may look a little off with the ongoing season, especially if you’re having a summer or a beach wedding. Before going ahead, you must consider other aspects too to choose the right colour for your wedding. 

4. All types of jewellery will complement the bold colours 

Source: Dipak Studios

Whether you’re planning on wearing the same shade jewellery or jewels of contrasting hue, you can definitely pair them with your bold coloured lehengas. All types of jewellery will go well with your bold colour lehengas. 

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So, what’s your pick? Are you team pastel or team bold colours? Let us know in the comments section below. If you are still confused or need any assistance with wedding shopping, you can get in touch with us. Our Styl Consultants will understand your concerns and help you achieve your dream wedding look. Fill the inquiry form and book a free consultation with us for further discussion and assistance. 

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