Edgy Wedding Styling: Ideas for the Non-Traditional Couple

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Last Updated on September 20, 2024 by gradienteye

In India, for an eternity, weddings have been deeply rooted in traditions and customs. From attires and venues to décor and procedures, there’s always a thoughtful custom behind it. But, now that times are changing and individuality reigns supreme, Indian couples are loving the thought of edgy weddings. Now, couples are choosing unique, unconventional, and personalised approaches to their most special day. If you are someone who wants to keep the traditions alive with creative pomp and flair, this read brings you a few ideas to have an edgy wedding. From attire to décor, let’s explore the edgy wedding style tips for the non-traditional couple looking to make a bold statement.

Edgy Wedding Attire

Grandeur, colours, and Indian motifs form the backbone of Indian wedding fashion. For couples who are looking for something unique, here are some ways you can unleash your creativity and add an edge to your celebratory looks.

For the Bride

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Colours: While red and pink are the evergreen traditional colours in wedding fashion, there are so many more hues you can choose today. You can opt for darker shades, such as deep burgundy, navy, gold, or even silver. These hues can instantly elevate your look and make you look unique in a special way!

Texture: Apart from colours, non-traditional brides can also amp up their looks with textures. Gone are the days of a single texture across the attire, you can also mix and match. One of our fashion tips for women would be: try pairing silk with leather accents or metallic embellishments. Famous designers like Shantanu & Nikhil and Gaurav Gupta have ample designs that break away from the bridal monotony.

Fusion Twist: Are you someone who would want to steer clear of lehengas and sarees for your momentous celebrations? We come bearing good news that the market has loads of options to try. You can choose a saree gown, blazer co-ords, jacket sets, and so much more. And, you can always unravel your inner designer and get a custom-made outfit stitched from scratch.

For the Groom

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Colours: For as long as we can remember, the choices of colours in wedding fashion for men have been limited to cream, white, navy, and black. You don’t have to follow the bandwagon. Experiment with colours like pink, grey, emerald green, or even bold hues like red or violet.

Attire and Grooming: You can leave behind the traditional sherwanis and choose some fun and fashionable wedding suits for men. This includes a jacketed Anarkali, dhoti pants and kurtas, or outfits with a lot of layers and asymmetrical hems. A few grooming tips for men who are non-traditional in approach are: if you plan to keep a beard, keep it well-trimmed and styled. Also, long hair is in vogue so you can give it a try too, though neatly.

Accessories: If you are a non-traditional groom, you can add a personal touch to your attire with accessories. Take Anant Ambani’s elephant brooch from his wedding, for instance. Or the green rubies Karan Johar wore as a guest. The world is your playground when it comes to accessories.

Edgy Wedding Venue Ideas

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The venue has a huge impact on the overall vibe and tone of your wedding. If you’re bored of halls and gardens, here’s what you can choose:

Natural Spaces:  It’s a growing trend for all the right reasons! Think of organising a wedding by the beach with waves rustling in. Or, you can pick a national park or vineyard oozing lush greenery. The serenity of such places adds an unmatched poise to the celebrations

Historical Sites or Forts: India offers bountiful of historical landmarks that make gorgeous wedding venues. Abandoned forts, old palaces, or ruins have an undeniable rustic charm. Did you know, Aditi Rao Hydari got married in a 400-year-old temple? It is perfect for those who aim to add a timeless charm to their wedding.

Urban Rooftops: The skyline view from an urban rooftop can offer a gorgeous backdrop for your big day. With the right décor and setting, you can add a chic and modern vibe to your special day. Such venues can feel luxurious yet very edgy.

Edgy Wedding Décor

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Flowers and drapes are gorgeous but there’s so much more in store to try. If you’re looking forward to a non-traditional wedding, here are some décor themes that can reflect the same:

Monochromatic Themes: Indian weddings are marked by a riot of colours. For an edgy wedding style, you can go for a monochromatic colour scheme that can easily create a striking, opulent feel. You can choose tones like metallics, deep blacks, or an all-white setting.

Geometric Installations: You can ditch the floral décor and rather opt for metallic and wooden installations. Add a hint of greenery to soften the look and voila, your unique set is in place!

Minimalism: If you want an edgy wedding, remember, less is more. You can pick minimalistic accents like succulents, cacti, or wildflower bunches. Try to use unconventional materials of concrete, metallic, and wood for centrepieces and tablescaping.

Art-Inspired Elements: Nothing speaks edgy like contemporary art. It can be a great way to incorporate uniqueness and personality into your wedding décor. Abstract backdrops, striking sculptures, or bold paintings are some options you can use.

Edgy Wedding Photography and Videography

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Dear non-traditional couple, ditch the monotonous poses for your big day and play around with the power of the camera. Here are some photography style tips to capture the heartwarming moments:

Candid and Documentary-Style Shoots: Choose to get a lot of candid shots. Nothing captures raw and real emotions like these shots do. Also, documentary-style photos can easily capture the beauty of your wedding without any staged photos. This helps with a more authentic amalgamation of memories from your big day.

Play with Lighting and Angles: If you let your photographers use the charm and vividness of dramatic lighting, shadows, and angles, your shots will be mesmerising, with a lot of dynamic and artistic play. For your videos, you can have a lot of slow-motion sequences, drone shots, and filters. All these will help with adding a cinematic edge that’s unbeatably fun to watch later.

Unconventional Backdrops: If you’re looking at photo ops stage or backgrounds at your wedding, think of adding some fun elements other than flowers. You can add an edge with a graffiti wall, a rustic background, or a historic theme backdrop. Think about what resonates with you and let your creativity run free or you can even seek the help of a wedding stylist to design the same!

Curating Exceptional Wedding Entertainment and Experiences

Edgy weddings are a lot more than attire and décor. They leave behind warm memories for the guests as well. Here are a few options to ace it:

Live Bands Over DJs: While DJs are a staple, you can have a band play your favourite melodies, from 80’s melodies to sufi symphonies or even jazz.

Interactive Experiences: Instead of just having a band or DJ, add some fun activities for your guests. This could include a flea market, live tattoos, caricature stalls, games like beer pong, DIY stations, etc.

Wedding Favours and Gifts

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When your wedding guests leave the venue, they should surely leave with a heart full of joy and memories, and a wedding favour they cherish for a long time. So, naturally, sweets and mithai do not make the cut for a non-traditional couple. Here are some options

Personalised or Artisanal Gifts: You can offer your guests custom gifts like ittar bottles with their names engraved on them or hand-poured candles. Or, you can gift artisanal products like local coffee or tea blends or handmade soaps.

Luxury Appeal: If you want, you can choose to curate your own hampers with products that exude a luxurious feel. This can include exotic nuts, wines, and handmade chocolates, for starters. You can elevate the level of the hamper as per your budget.

Curated Experience Gifts: This is a thoughtful way of gifting your guests. Instead of a physical item, curate experience-based gifts for your guests. This can include vouchers for various activities like cooking classes, yoga sessions, or wine-tasting tours.

Conclusion

An edgy wedding isn’t just about breaking traditions. It has a lot to do with creating a memorable celebration that has a personal touch and is a true reflection of your style as a couple. From unique and avant-garde fashion choices to unconventional venues and décor to creating memorable experiences for your guests, an edgy wedding offers you a chance to redefine what a wedding can be.

Keepin’ it Stylish

Vidhi Arya