Here are Some Bridal Sarees if Lehengas are Not Your Thing!

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Last Updated on October 12, 2021 by Sagarika Kapoor

With weddings getting smaller and more intimate, bridal sarees are definitely becoming a thing. If you are doing something super simple then a full fledged heavy lehenga can definitely be done away with. Go for something subtle, light and elegant instead. And what’s more elegant than the timeless saree. There are so many beautiful pieces out there for you to create a gorgeous bridal outfit from. From evergreen silk sarees to some lovely net pieces, there’s a lot you can work with. If you’ve never really imagined a bride walking down the aisle in a saree, don’t worry we’re here to help you find the right inspiration. Of course you ought to know the right way to style an outfit like this. Hence, we have compiled a list for you on how to do it right.

Here are some ideas for bridal sarees for your big day.

The Zari Saree

Timeless, elegant and perfect for the bride. Zari sarees are something one is sure to shine in. You could go for a saree with a solid base and some zari work over it. Or if your budget allows, go for a full zari saree. It would undeniably make you look breathtaking. Go for a pretty kundan set with green work in it. When it comes to such an elegant piece we’d recommend letting the clothes do all the work. You really don’t have to bother with a mang tikka or matha patti either. Go for a nice sleek bun and some simple gajra on the edges of the bun. When it comes to makeup you can definitely play with a red lip but keep the rest relatively simple. For the blouse, go for a simple one in beige or white with 3/4th or full sleeves. You want to keep up with the elegance of the outfit. This definitely is the perfect saree for bride.

Lehenga draped Sarees

If you like your sarees to have more of a flare then you can drape them like a lehenga. Rather than tucking the pleats in the centre, tuck them along the whole waistband. And you automatically have yourself a lehenga style saree. Of course you can even find readymade options, with a pleated skirt, blouse and a pallu which can be tucked to one side. You can even find fully draped versions. With something like this you can play around with colour blocking too. Moreover, it’s the kind of outfit with which you can pair your proper bridal jewellery, with a matha patti, nath and more. This definitely makes for a good wedding saree for bride. Trust us when we say it would definitely make you stand out.

Heavy embroidered and sequin Bridal Sarees

If you want something super unique then opt for a heavy embellished saree in a colour other than red. Go for a bride saree design that is full of embroidered, stone or sequined work. Something like this heavy brocade work saree would be just perfect. If you so wish you can go for an equally heavy blouse but with a muted colour base so as to balance it out. We love the additional dupatta with this for it makes the whole look very royal. However, you can even go for a super light dupatta for your veil. Preferably something in the same colour as the saree.

If you are a fan of golden then this fully gold sequin saree will definitely make you look like a goddess. Red with yellow undertones goes really well with golden so make sure you include some elements of red. Much like this bride adorning a red lip. Of course, if you wear a chura that automatically does that for you. If you don’t want to go too heavy with the saree then you could opt for a heavier blouse like the white one. We love the balloon sleeves of the blouse as well as the pretty floral pearl work. You can even do a beautiful heavy diamond set with this and you all sorted for your dreamy intimate wedding. 

Traditional Red Banarasi

The red bridal saree look is everything. Especially when it’s a beautiful banarasi red saree. It’s as bridal as it gets while also being extremely elegant. This is something that is definitely becoming a trend these days which is picking up rapidly. You can actually even work with maroons. Go ahead and adorn your heavy bridal jewellery with this and a very light pretty veil. If you aren’t going for a veil you can very well also leave your hair open with this. A good 3/4th sleeve blouse would look gorgeous with this. This is the kind of look which is both traditional and unique and we’d definitely recommend considering this for your wedding day.

Pretty Gold Banarsi weaves

Gold sarees, be they kanjivarams or in organza or any other material have a way of making one look really royal. It definitely looks magical on the bride. The organza golden saree adorned by this bride for her intimate wedding is truly stunning. We love how minimal the makeup, hair and jewellery is. Definitely a perfect look for a small intimate wedding. Even the plain crepe saree paired with a nice banarasi dupatta is making such a beautiful and royal look. A nice sleek hair do open or close would look amazing with a look like this. You can also adorn heavy jewellery if that is your thing. A nice kundan set with some pearl detailing would be a great match. You can also add some long necklaces to complete the look. 

Embellished Net Bridal Sarees

If you want something heavy and not traditional then consider going for net sarees with some heavy stone or flower work. The pretty pastel and muted shades are just perfect for all the heavy work on these sarees. You can opt for some beautiful diamond or rose gold jewellery for an outfit like this. Since the outfit is so heavy, lighter jewellery would look much better. Of course you can play around with colours in the makeup if you are going for muted colours like this. Something like this is perfect for the christian bride who loves the touch of indianness to her outfit. For the hair you can even do a messy ponytail or bun with some flower hair accessories. This one with the heavy blouse is a rather smart design for it allows for the blouse to be displayed with the pallu camouflaging in the outfit. 

Pretty Green Kanjivaram

If you are a south indian bride then a beautiful kanjivaram is definitely for you. Green is such a trendy colour these days. However, even if you are not a south indian bride you can definitely go for a beautiful green kanjivaram too! Both gold and kundan jewellery would look perfect with it. These can even work as great bridal sarees for reception. You would definitely stand out in an outfit like this. Go for some pretty gajras in your bun for a full traditional Indian look. You can surely add a belt to the mix too!

Something soft yet Bright

If you want to go for saree with some light work only then go ahead and play with colours instead. You can create a contrasting colour outfit, something like a red bridal saree with green blouse. Or a yellow saree with red blouse and super simple muted and light veil. You can even opt for bright monochromatic looks. Something like this mauve and pink mix looks stunning and so does the bright orange. Orange definitely is the perfect colour if you wish for your look to be unique for it also adheres to the usual bridal colours being in the red family.

We hope these sarees have helped you makeup your mind about them. Tell us which one’s your favourite. For any assistance in wedding planning and styling get in touch with us at Styl Inc. and our team of professionals will guide you expertly.

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