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You might have seen Indians getting married and they were probably wearing Indian wedding sari. India is a large country and has different cultures and traditions when it comes to getting married. The wedding dresses will have to depend on the culture of the place. The wedding dress will vary on the region that you are in.

However they wear Indian wedding sari, the type of Indian wedding sari also come in styles which are quite common to the place. To introduce the Indian wedding sari, it is a cloth with a certain length which is being wrapped around the body which follows a design or a pattern which is intricate.

The only thing that holds the Indian wedding sari are pins. It keeps the Indian wedding sari tucked in the body especially in the waistband. When it is wrapped around, there is a remaining part which is draped over the shoulder of the bride.

The “pallu” is known as the remaining length of the cloth when the sari has been wrapped around the body. This is known as the Indian wedding style of the dresses. The Indian wedding sari may come in a variety of colors depending on the theme of the wedding.

There are some Indian wedding saris that are cheap because the cloth that is used has a simple fabric while some of the Indian wedding saris are too expensive because of the property of cloth that is being used. Sometimes, some of the Indian wedding sari is being passed on as tradition goes.

When a woman is going to get married, some of the elders will pass on the Indian wedding sari that they have used during their wedding. This is the reason why Indian wedding sari is kept after the wedding ceremony. This makes it more memorable and for them, it brings some luck that can be passed on to the newly wed.

If you are not Indian but want to wear have an Indian wedding sari, you can have it if you want. However, it is quite hard to look for the sari fabric because you need to go to India in order to buy it. Some are sold in other boutiques especially from Indian boutiques. Most Indian wedding sari is colored red because it is the traditional color of a wedding sari.

The red color also represents happiness and good luck to the couple who are getting married. White Indian wedding sari will represent mourning for the Indians that is why they don’t go for it. No matter how you want to wear a white Indian wedding sari, you cannot wear it in India because for them, it represents sadness.

If you have been used to white wedding gowns, you will be surprised to see Indians wearing Red Indian wedding sari but its how they look at it. Indian wedding sari has been worn for a long time ago but nowadays, a lot of people are wearing saris and you can even see them everywhere.

Now that you know how a red Indian wedding sari is important to the Indian people, you can try looking for it if you want to have a wedding the Indian way. After all, wedding gowns have been common so why don’t you try to give it another taste. Wear Indian wedding sari on your wedding and wear it red.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    Indian wedding?
    I was just wondering, do all west indians have a traditional indian wedding? Or do some choose to have an American one? I’ve never heard of an Indian having an American wedding, but do you know anyone who did? Thanks for the help!

    • ANSWER:
      all indians don’t necessarily have to have an indian wedding….tradition comes from religion..i’m indian and christian and i’ll most likely have a christian wedding, but some ppl might think it’s “american” just because it’s at a church with flowers, etc.

  2. QUESTION:
    Indian Wedding?!?
    Is it okay to have an Indian themed wedding?
    I mean like having the bride dress in an Indian Brides dress,
    and have the whole theme going?!
    and husband and wife are caucasian, and have no relatives on the ‘Indian Side’?
    haha…I’m just curious about this!!

    • ANSWER:
      Ofcourse. As a matter of fact there are many types of Indian wedding. Let me know which one is on ur mind.

  3. QUESTION:
    I am invited to an Indian wedding in Ahmedabad. What should I know and what can I wear?
    The wedding lasts 4 days and I want to try to wear all sorts of traditional Indian clothes. I came across Lehenga and it looks very beautiful… However, it looks like it shows too much… Is it appropriate to wear a lehenga to a wedding or not? Isn’t it too open? Also, from what colors can I chose (I know red is reserved for the bride). Are pink and cherry colors appropriate?
    Finally, are there any wedding traditions that exist in Ahmedabad only? Thanks in advance.

    • ANSWER:
      yes

  4. QUESTION:
    How do I properly preserve my Indian wedding dress?
    Well I’m Indian, so my wedding dress was made up of 3 parts. The veil, and a top and bottom. It is heavily beaded and I was wondering if anyone knew how I would be able to keep my wedding dress sparkling. I’m thinking an Acid-free box with acid free tissue, but would that help my wedding outfit as well because it’s not like a plain white dress. I really want to preserve my beading. Thanks in advance!

    • ANSWER:
      Buy a paper called TALAS its an acid Free paper. you can get it online, I think the site is on google. I used it for my wedding dress… it was white pure white.
      do not whatsoever put your dress or outfit in black plastic or any plastic bags.
      wrap the outfit in talas paper, inside outside and place in a airdry acid free box it will cost you close to maybe 300.00 to do this but it will last forever!

  5. QUESTION:
    European girl wanting to have an Indian wedding? Is that disrespectful to their culture or to those who attend?
    I am a huge fan of Indian Weddings and their traditions. It would be amazing to have an Indian style wedding, but I don’t want to offend anyone especially Indians. Please tell me what you think. Thank you.

    • ANSWER:
      Would you be offended by an Indian having a western style wedding?

      So long as you don’t bring religion into it (and even then Hindus are actually pretty relaxed) or be amazingly disrespectful (like pissing on a statue of Rama or something) I don’t see a problem.

  6. QUESTION:
    How is the Indian Wedding Tradition? From start to finish?
    Can anyone help me? I need a full detailed Wedding Tradition on Indian weddings. Can someone send me a link or type me out something that happens before, during and after the Indian Weddings?

    Please help :)

    • ANSWER:
      Indian traditional marriages r mainly arranged marriages from the families… but love marriages also take place…. after the families approve then a good date is fixed.
      Indian marriages mainly continue for 3 to 5 days… the rituals change from region to region…. then theres an engagement party where both the boy and girl puts rings on each others fingersss
      first of all, after the engagement , the girl’s side has a ritual known as HALDI , where the bride is applied turmeric[haldi] in all parts of her body mainly hands and legs and face and neck. This same ritual also takes place at the home of the bridegroom where the boy is also applied haldi….
      Then comes MEHENDI, where the bride’s palms r coloured with a natural colouring substance called mehendi.
      then theres SANGEET , which means singing and dancing….everyone can join this, specially done by the ladies.
      then comes the marriage day… fire is mainly involved. The boy puts SINDOOR [ a special red/orange colour] on the head [in the part of the hair]of the bride…. this is the main thing .. u must have noticed that, all most all Indian married women have SINDOOR on their fore head… the spinsters dont have it. and the widows clear it off. SINDOOR is a main symbol that u r married. There r a lot many other rituals with the chanting of the mantras or slokas from the sacred books. the bridegroom reaches for the brides house for marrying her and then after the marriage they go out to the boy’s house.
      this is mainly a Hindu type of marriage. there r also other types of religions in India. they have different rituals….

  7. QUESTION:
    What indian/hindi song should I use when I enter my aunts wedding as a flower girl?
    My aunt is having a traditional indian wedding, and she chose me to be the flower girl (I bring in the mala). Were having a tough time choosing a song, we want it to be a pretty soft hindi song. Any suggestions?

    • ANSWER:
      tujh mein rab dikhta hai. it is the most beautiful song !!!!!!!!

  8. QUESTION:
    How to combine an East indian wedding with a Zimbabwean theme wedding?
    I’am an indian gal who is getting married to a man from Zimbabwe. We are having a Christian wedding because both of us are Christian but we come from two different cultures. I wanted to get some ideas on how to mix two cultures into the reception decors…cake, centerpieces, colors schemes, entertainment etc.

    • ANSWER:
      focus on your marriage

  9. QUESTION:
    what kind of wedding would a Punjabi indian and caucasian have?
    If you marry a Punjabi indian, when after all theyre supposed to marry arranged, and all goes well with the family… does the girl have to become sikh, or since he doesnt follow religion just his family does, will they have a indian wedding or american wedding..how does it work..?? white dress or gown picked from his mom?

    • ANSWER:
      The type of wedding is individual to the people involved.

  10. QUESTION:
    What is the elephant used for in an indian wedding?
    For my art exam, ive chosen to look into the indian culture, weddings. but what is the elephants EXACT part in a wedding? ive heard lots of different idea, but not to sure on the answer. im drawing an elephant on my piece, but i have to make notes in my sketchbook, so it would be a big help?

    • ANSWER:

      http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hindu_wedding

  11. QUESTION:
    What are appropriate gifts to give for an Indian wedding?
    Hello from USA! My wife’s best friend who was her maid of honor is getting married in India (Mumbai). My wife would have been her friend’s maid of honor, but we just had our first baby born last week – the wedding is the last week of December. What is an appropriate gift and traditional Indian gift that my wife could give to her close friend, besides money?

    • ANSWER:
      Traditionally close friends & family give jewels. However, if you cannot afford that (since you have a kid now), I would suggest some nice decorations for the home. That is what most indians do if they are not giving jewels. Is the friend going to stay in India or come back to USA? If coming back to USA. Give a gift card — my friend did that and it really helped me when my hubby and I moved into our new apartment.

  12. QUESTION:
    What are appropriate Indian wedding gifts?
    My wife’s best friend who was her maid of honor is getting married in India. My wife would have been her friend’s maid of honor, but we just had our first baby born last week – the wedding is the last week of December. What is an appropriate gift and traditional Indian gift that my wife could give to her close friend, besides money?

    • ANSWER:
      Gold jewelry, but that is usually given by the bride’s parents. Some people give really nice sarees to the bride. Pretty much anything you would give to an American couple is good to give to an Indian couple; just make sure the voltage is compatible if you are giving an appliance.

  13. QUESTION:
    What should a woman wear to an Indian wedding?
    I’m going to India this August for my friends’ wedding. I’m so excited but have no idea what to wear! My friend suggests that I wear traditional Indian attire, but I don’t know if I should go with a saree (it’s got a skirt, midriff-bearing top and sort of a sash that goes over the shoulder) or salwar kameez (sort of a pantsuit with a fancy long tunic-type top and pants). Thanks in advance!

    • ANSWER:
      Indian weddings involve a lot of singing and dancing. It is perhaps difficult to wear a saree (for a newbie) and dance. For this reason alone, I would recommend a salwar-kameez. There is also a third very popular option – a ghagra-choli (An Indian version of a skirt and a top).

  14. QUESTION:
    What should and American wear to an Indian wedding?
    I am an american teenager going with my mom to Ismaili Nikkah, and the reception. I am at a loss of what to wear because I have never been to an indian wedding. Would it be rude if I wore a sari or something more traditional, or should I wear formal western wear? Should I get a henna? haha. Any other tips and what the ceremony will consist of?
    Thanks SOO much!

    • ANSWER:
      You’d wear what you’d wear at any other wedding. You can wear a sari if you want to, but regular dress is just fine, too. And yes, you can get henna if they invite you to. Just remember that it’s going to last AT LEAST a week! Really good henna can last 3 weeks.

      I think you’ll enjoy an Indian wedding. They’re very different from American weddings… a lot more colorful and joyous, I think. Hopefully the couple is happy and their families are nice, because if so you’ll have a lot of fun. =)

  15. QUESTION:
    What should i wear to an indian wedding?
    Hi i’m going to my cousins wedding,, and thing is that its an indian wedding and i dont wear indian clothes but i need to wear something with an indian theme. So i was wondering for a indian style dress or something but i cant find anything.
    Im 5 foot 6 and a size 10

    Thanks on advance.

    • ANSWER:
      ok i have planned many indian weddings as well as attended them! you definitely don’t have to wear anything “indian”!!! They love bright colors! so wear something bright and bold! you will definitely see lots of beautiful women wearing beautiful bright dresses! and between the food and dancing….those events are wonderful! The music is great! If there is going to be a traditional indian ceremony, it will be about 3 hours long but again very beautiful! lots of little customs that are really neat to watch!!!!! Good Luck!

  16. QUESTION:
    I am attending a Mehndi party and also an Indian Wedding, what should i wear to both?
    I am attending the Mehndi to meet the neighbor’s grand daughters who i am going to babysit the night of the Indian and American wedding. Is there a certain color i should wear at the wedding? I heard something about everyone wearing red for the Indian wedding.

    • ANSWER:
      Since I’m Indian, I can give you a couple of quick pointers:
      - you will not be expected to wear traditional Indian clothing, in case you were worried about that. :) But it’s loads of fun, and can look extremely charming if you decide to do so.
      - In general, avoid pure black or pure white. White is worn at funerals, and black signifies mourning. Weddings are festive events, and bright colors are always welcome. Red is not mandatory for the guests, but traditionally the bride is dressed in red.
      - I’m not sure if this applies everywhere, but where I come from, the girls attending the mehndi wear yellow.
      - If the wedding is at a temple, bear in mind that some temples do not permit ladies to wear trousers, although I think this only applies to some of the bigger temples in India.

      Hope that helps, and have fun!

  17. QUESTION:
    How should you have your hair for an indian wedding?
    I’m going to this indian wedding and I have no idea what to do with my hair- my hair isn’t short but its not waist length either- its a dark brown colour- any ideas?

    • ANSWER:
      tie it back in a bun and put a flower in your hair :)

  18. QUESTION:
    What are the best indian wedding songs?
    Hey everyone, im editing an indian wedding from jaipur! Need some great indian music to give the video a perfect touch! Will deeply appreciate your answers and help!! Thank you!

    • ANSWER:
      mehandi laga ke rakhna doli sajake rakhna film dilwale dulhaniya le jayenge

  19. QUESTION:
    What are appropriate accessories to wear as a guest to an Indian wedding?
    I’m going to be attending a traditional Indian wedding in Kerala soon. I borrowed some gorgeous lehengas from an Indian friend to wear to the ceremony, but I’m not sure if I’m accessorizing them correctly. Can someone tell me if the following is appropriate:

    1.For one of the lehengas, I bought a traditional gold choker necklace (described as a “polki stone necklace”) from an Indian costume jewelry store online. It’s a cheap bauble, really, but it looks a lot nicer than it costs. It’s sort of dangly and very pretty, but much less ornate than the other stuff I saw on the site. Does this sound like an appropriate choice, or should I stick to Western-styled jewelry?

    2.Since my friend’s lehengas are a bit long on me, I’m wearing heeled, somewhat fancy sandals. Is it likely that I will have to take these off during the ceremony?

    3.Are gold bangles on each arm (also nice-looking baubles) okay as the only hand/wrist accessories?

    4.Do Indian women carry an evening bag or purse when going to formal occasions like weddings? If so, what should I be looking for?

    5.This isn’t an accessory question, but I read somewhere that guests shouldn’t wear red, because that is traditionally the bride’s color. Is this correct? One of my lehengas is a gorgeous dark red, so I’m hoping I can still wear it.

    • ANSWER:
      * Jewelry will be noted with keen interest by ladies. Anything good wil be appreciated. Look to that it is not very fancy and bright.
      * Fancy sandals with high heels generally do not go well with Indian audience on a wedding. But you have to adjust a bit
      * Absolutely. Gold bangles are perfectly fine. You can also have a bracelet and watch in each of the hands.
      * Evening bag/purse culture is evident in cities like Bangalore/Chennai but it is not very adviceable to carry in other places. It may attract some curious looks on you.
      * Though red is traditionally bride’s colour, it does not stop you from wearing one. Infact, the traditional groom’s colour is white and all the males wear white (particularly in Kerala)

      Hope this helps. I should appreciate for your wonderful plan and a great social thinking. Best of Luck!

  20. QUESTION:
    How does one prepare for a Indian Muslim Wedding, yes I’m new Convert?
    I’m a new convert to Islam and just basically want to know how should I start preparing for my Muslim Indian Wedding? I love Mehndi -Henna and the Indian and Pakistani music and cultures. He has to talk to my Wali first then we go from there.

    • ANSWER:

      http://global.theknot.com/search/?q=muslim+wedding

      Go search “Muslim Wedding” on theknot.com, they have tons of articles on how to plan one, what to wear, and a checklist. The site might make you sign in, but it is free and a good site.

  21. QUESTION:
    What would you like to ask?Is it ok to wear pearl jewellery for my south indian wedding over a kanjivaram sari?
    Is it ok to wear pearl jewellery for my south indian wedding over a kanjivaram sari?
    I am getting married in the mangalorean south indian way. Is it ok to wear pearl necklaces, earrings and mangtika..with orange and bright pink kanjivaram sarees. Or is it necessary to wear gold.

    • ANSWER:
      Look, if the saree is having some white border in it, then pearl will look awesome. And if some golden work has been done then, try wearing gold. That’s what I can say. Have a happy wedding.

  22. QUESTION:
    What to wear to an indian wedding reception?
    Goin to an indian wedding reception. dont want anything that itches or any sequins. very comfortable but not cotton. should it be like a gown or salwar or ghagara. any pictures or links. anything would be helpful. thanks
    Goin to an indian wedding reception. dont want anything that itches or any sequins. very comfortable but not cotton. should it be like a gown or salwar or ghagara. any pictures or links. anything would be helpful. thanks
    want to look for young adult and or mom

    • ANSWER:
      Anything you want. Even an evening gown is fine.
      Just make sure its colored and NOT black. Black is inauspicious at a wedding. Of course, many people challenge this tradition today. But you don’t want to risk offending your host, I suppose.

      If the gown is simple, accesorize it with a lot of heavy jewellery.
      Silks and Chiffons are preferred fabrics.

      Heavily silk embroidered (if not brocade or sequined) Sarees, Salwar kameezes, Ghagras etc are, of course, fine too.

      One could dress up in semi-formals for the various wedding ceremonies.
      The Indian wedding reception is a somewhat formal event compared to the wedding itself.
      Of course, the idea of an Indian formal is not the same as a western formal.

  23. QUESTION:
    Can anyone tell me where I can get Indian wedding garlands made of real flowers in SanFrancisco/San Jose area?
    I tried searching for Indian wedding garlands online , but they are either plastic or made of satin or pearls. Can someone pls help me where I can find garlands made of real flowers in the San Jose/ San francisco area?

    • ANSWER:

      http://www.goflorist.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Texas-Flowers&utm_term=Garland-Flower&srccode=gootx_Garland-Flower&utm_content=B

      =]

  24. QUESTION:
    what should an american male wear to an indian wedding?
    what should i wear to my friends wedding? they are indian and i wanted to know what would be ok. if you could post a picture that would be great too.

    • ANSWER:
      if ur goin to a modern indian wedding then u shld jus stick to wearin a 2 peice suit maybe..

  25. QUESTION:
    Where can i find the indian wedding video effects?
    i am looking for ready made video effects which are being used in indian wedding (specially punjabi).
    Usually they create songs in the begging of the movie with lots of effects. i have tried all over online but couldn’t find it. Plz let me know where i can find it. Thanks

    • ANSWER:

      Please gimme a best answer if you like it

  26. QUESTION:
    Going to an Indian wedding: How should I do my hair?
    I am going to a cousins wedding, we’re Indian so will be wearing heavy saaris, shalwar kameez suits and such. How should I do my hair for the wedding party?
    my hair is long and straight.

    • ANSWER:
      if ur hair is straight….
      down or half loose ponytail
      if its curly……
      best go with a braid :)

  27. QUESTION:
    which is the best indian wedding website provider?
    I’m getting married soon and i want to create a wedding website. I’m looking for indian style wedding website for free, is there any suggessions?

    • ANSWER:
      www.indianweddings.com

  28. QUESTION:
    Where to buy Indian designer wedding dresses?
    My fiancee is half Indian and wants to marry in a exclusive Indian wedding dress. For this occassion this dress should be obviously very high quality. Unfortunately theses dresses are not available in Germany, but though England has huge Indian community, we hope to fly over and purchase her dress there. Where can exclusive quality dresses, such as Manish Malhotra or Ritu Beri or similar designers be bought in London? Looking for Lehengas and Sarees with great blouse. Thanks to all answers :-)

    • ANSWER:
      try the Southall area, West London.
      but i hear u can get some really nice stuff in Birmingham too.

  29. QUESTION:
    I am going to an Indian wedding in Delhi in October, i work like most people, was planning to go for 2 week?
    I promised an old indian friend of mine that when he got marrried i would go to the wedding. I had always planned to go India, but for an extended period of time, at this particular time in my life its not possible. i was wondering how much i would get out of a 2 week visit to India, i know Agra should be a must. Please advise.

    • ANSWER:
      Actually it would be better to start from the destination of the wedding… No matter which direction you take, India has somethign different to offer to any traveller… Apart from Rajasthan (where Agra is and also Udaipur, Jaipur, jaisalmar), I would recommend you try out South India (Shalimar Spice garden in periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Munnar and its tea estates, Cochin and shopping come to mind)… Goa is perfect for a beach holiday.. Up north with Corbett, White water rafting are other options… So it really all depends on where you are starting your journey from and what kind of a holiday you would like – Beach, cultural, adventourous, Nature … By the way, Catch the movie ‘Monsoon Wedding’ and depending on whether you lucky or unlucky, the wedding you attending may just turn out to be like this…

      Enjoy the colours and flavours of India

      Ravi Shankar (Anantara Hospitality)
      www.anantara.in

  30. QUESTION:
    Where can I buy marigolds in bulk to string together for an Indian wedding celebration? (Philadelphia)?
    Where can I buy marigolds in bulk to string together for an Indian wedding celebration? (Philadelphia). I just need the actual marigold flowers. Is there a source in the South Jersey or Philadelphia area? I would love to buy already strung marigold garlands.

    • ANSWER:
      Try amazon:

      http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fhomepage.html%3Fie%3DUTF8%26%252AVersion%252A%3D1%26redirect%3Dtrue%26%252Aentries%252A%3D0&tag=tubeblog-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

      Or try searching ebay

      http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?type=1&campid=5336006644&toolid=10001&customid=

      Good luck

  31. QUESTION:
    What Should I Wear for my friends Indian Wedding?
    What should i wear or what are the things that are apporpriate to wear for an Indian Wedding, specifically sikh, she is gonna ger married and I’m invited and I want to surprise them by wearing something very traditional, you know what i mean! Thanks
    PS: I’m a man ;) & have never been to India but I love bollywood LOL

    • ANSWER:
      Good to know that you want to enjoy the traditional dresses of India in local shades and colours.

      For a Punjabi wedding, what if you wear a Bengali outfit?! Most of them would be wearing Punjabi dresses, you can also try one Punjabi outfit for one of the ceremonies, but try Bengali outfit (Dhoti – Kurta, simple and very comfortable) at the main function.

      Have an enjoyable time.

  32. QUESTION:
    Would it look weird to have Indian style Mehndi hand decorations for a western wedding?
    I’m getting married on Saturday (registry office) and I have a friend who does the most beautiful mehndi designs – I’m thinking of asking her to decorate my hands for the wedding, but not sure if it will just look odd as its not an Indian wedding, I’m wearing a pink silk gown.

    I thought maybe a simple floral design – with some gold and pink sequins to match my dress?

    dunrobin – Mehndi is not “religious”.

    • ANSWER:
      i think that sounds it would look really good!!!
      im sure you will look stunning.

  33. QUESTION:
    what should i wear to an indian wedding?
    i’m going to an indian wedding for the first time in a few days. from the looks of the invitation card, its going to be very fancy and expensive. i’m thinking i’ll wear a black dress, a-line, down to my knees, and there’s a little crocheting detail in the back. its kind of casual, but dressy none the less. the thing i’m worried about, though, is if the color black is appropriate, and should i dress as if i were going to a catholic wedding? because that’s what i plan to do.

    • ANSWER:
      it is always fun to wear a sari or a punjabi to an indian wedding if it is a traditional indian wedding….but they can be pretty expensive so you can dress in something pretty dressy and be just fine. don’t worry too much about the color, although you would wish to avoid red or white as those are wedding and funeral colors respectively in the indian culture.

      the couple and their families know that not all of their guests will dress according to their culture so your black dress sounds fine if you dress it up with nice black heals and some accessories. they really deck out for weddings so expect most of the guests to be pretty dressed up. if they wear saris, they will be very fine silk with lots of gold or silver embellishments.

  34. QUESTION:
    I’m an American woman attending an Indian wedding here in the states. What should I wear?
    This is the first time I’ve attended an Indian wedding and I don’t know much about traditional Indian wedding tradidtions or clothing. Is wearing a dress appropriate?

    • ANSWER:
      Dont wear white or red. You could wear western style clothing or if you want to have a fun excuse to dress up in exotic fashion you could wear a typical outfit worn by indians to weddings. They wear salwar kameez(long tunic and baggy pants with a dupatta(shawl) worn over the chest/neck, a sari with petticoat to tuck it into and a sari blouse, or a lenga choli which is usually a long skirt and short blouse. All three of those ensembles can be found in varying degrees of formality from casual to the very intricate and elegant. If you wish to see some outfits at very decent prces you can checkout eshakti.com Ihave bought clothes from there before they are able to make your clothes custom or already sized and you can tweak the styles a little as well. Also check the web for some of the above mentioned outfits to get a better look at whats out there . Whatever you wear it ought to be a little more formal than usual as most indian weddings are elaborate. I am sure you will find the event to be very interesting and lovely.

  35. QUESTION:
    Can someone provide a detailed Checklist & Budget template for an Indian Wedding.?
    We are planning an Indian wedding with 4 months of preparation time and we really need a checklist and a budget template. This is for a traditional Indian Hindu punjab wedding. Any links or lists are appreciated. The more detailed the better.

    • ANSWER:
      don’t know what to suggest concerning a budget sheet except to make one of your own because i couldn’t find anything online….but here are a couple of sites to help you with the details of what you need to do and plan for.

      http://www.indyapulse.com/IndiaGuide/PunjabiTraditions.asp

      http://www.dkpromotions.com/weddings/punjabi.html

  36. QUESTION:
    can someone tell me where i can find indian wedding invitation wordings?
    can someone tell me where i can find indian wedding invitation wordings?

    • ANSWER:
      This site has a lot of information about Indian weddings. Perhaps you can find your answer there?

  37. QUESTION:
    what should i wear to my brother’s indian wedding?
    My brother is about to get married in January-February. Its an Indian wedding in India and I have no idea what would be best to wear without looking out of the place. I am male, 22.

    • ANSWER:
      I’m thinking some feathers and leather.

  38. QUESTION:
    I am looking for someone who prints Indian Wedding invitation in the United States.?
    I am looking for someone who prints Indian Wedding invites in the United States. I need the invites in the next 4 days and can’t wait for them to be shipped from India. The previous wedding invitaiton person we were working with left at the last minute. Hence we are in a pinch. Does anyone know of a good printer in the United States that specializes in Indian Wedding invites?

    • ANSWER:
      You could try making them at Cropmom.com at http://www.cropmom.com a online digital scrapbooking, collage, card making site. You could then download the JPEG file of the invitation created to your computer and print them at home or use a photofinisher.

  39. QUESTION:
    is it ok from me to have a indian wedding even through im not indian?
    i have always love india culture. I wanted my wedding to have a indian theme in it.

    • ANSWER:
      You could honor the culture in color (Indian weddings have a lot of reds and golds), foods, and other unique aspects of an Indian wedding, however, I find it very disrespectful to have a traditional Indian wedding since you are not Indian. The Indian culture has been around for centuries and it not a trend, to some it is a life. IMO

  40. QUESTION:
    where on the internet can I get ready wedding packages for Indian weddings?
    hello, I was wondering where to find ready to register wedding packages so that I dont need to worry about abything, the company does it all (for the reception). I would prefer answers with Indian wedding packages.

    the most appropriate answer will be appreciated.

    • ANSWER:
      I am based out of DC and I can do Indian weddings. Depending on where you’re located any wedding planner should be able to put together a fabulous reception for you. Anyone from out of your area will probably charge travel fees, etc but the fee will definitely be worth it.

  41. QUESTION:
    Proper clothing for an Indian wedding?
    We are going to a wedding for one of my husband’s cousins, we aren’t going to the religious bit, just the reception. My MIL offered to purchase me a salwar (but I didn’t feel comfortable with that, I know his cousins are wearing western style dresses) anyway the dress I am planning to wear is black, I know in traditional Anglo culture black can be frowned upon (although not so much anymore) I was wondering if wearing a black dress is a big faux pas for an Indian wedding.

    • ANSWER:
      It depends on whether it is a Hindu or Muslim wedding. In Muslim culture, black is the colour of mourning, although as you say, not so much any more, as grooms have been seen to be wearing black suits (then again… :>) In Hindu culture, white is the colour of mourning.

      If it is a traditional wedding, just make sure your shoulders and legs are covered. If not, go with fashion.

  42. QUESTION:
    Why does an Indian wedding take so long to finish?
    My boss is an Indian and he and his family is over in India for their daughters wedding and the process took over a week.

    • ANSWER:
      lol i know I’m an Indian but I don’t do that stuff, but it’s mostly because of their religion and tradition/

  43. QUESTION:
    How much money do you put typically for an Indian wedding?
    today is the first time my family and i are going to an indian wedding
    and we don’t really know how much money to put in. Thanks
    were not having an indian wedding
    we are going to one

    • ANSWER:
      depends how close you are to the family/couple
      if ure kinda close…51 is good
      if ure close…..101
      if ure really tight…151 or above
      just make sure that whatever amount you give…round it off to the nearest tenth and add a dollar…like 61, 71, 81 etc….the extra dollar is for good luck and financial prosperity.

  44. QUESTION:
    American Indian wedding in San Diego ?
    I am from India, and my fiance is from here. We are planning a fusion wedding in San Diego. Our budget is ,000 and around 100 people. We can either have a separate Indian ceremony before the reception or have one big ceremony. Anyone have any suggestions? We are having a tough time finding a place. Has anyone used the Powerhouse Community Center in Delmar?

    • ANSWER:
      On that budget you’ve got less than 0 per person. Lean toward the Indian size of fusion and less traditional western themes. It will be cheaper and more dramatic to those you know nothing of your heritage. Call in favors from relatives and friends too. Do it outside to save more money. No tents!

  45. QUESTION:
    Does anybody no web sites about indian wedding?
    i’m from malaysia.i have a history project so i have to find anything about indian wedding.

    • ANSWER:
      there are more than two types of indian weddings : Hindu and Muslim. Everything is decorated in flowers and gold in Indian weddings. The bride is the most gorgeously dressed. Go on google and you will see tons.

  46. QUESTION:
    What is the usual tradition around Indian wedding receptions in India?
    My understanding is that it is a party arranged by the groom’s family, in the groom’s city, to celebrate the wedding and to introduce the bride to their family and friends. It is usually held 2 or 3 days after the wedding.

    Few other people say its just another function which happens the same day of the wedding in the same venue where people can give gifts, etc , which in my thinking, is part of the wedding function itself, not a reception.

    I know there are no strict rules but what is the usual procedure, specially in Gujarati weddings?

    • ANSWER:
      Pre-wedding Rituals

      http://weddings.iloveindia.com/gujarati-wedding/pre-wedding-rituals.html

      Wedding Rituals

      http://weddings.iloveindia.com/gujarati-wedding/wedding-rituals.html

      Post-Wedding Rituals

      http://weddings.iloveindia.com/gujarati-wedding/post-wedding-rituals.html

      Wedding Attire

      http://weddings.iloveindia.com/gujarati-wedding/gujarati-wedding-attire.html

      Hope this answers your question!

  47. QUESTION:
    What’s a good traditional Indian wedding gift other than money?
    I want to buy a traditional Indian wedding gift for my friends. They are both Australian, but we have travelled to India together and love their culture. I know the traditional gift is money, but I would rather give something more personal. Any ideas?

    • ANSWER:
      Curry Powder? Or a towel?

  48. QUESTION:
    What is a common present for an Indian wedding?
    We are invited to an indian wedding, but we have no idea about what could be a nice present according to their tradition!
    (it can’t be an elephant…we have to fly a long distance!!!)
    Thank you
    It is eastern indian, not american!

    • ANSWER:
      0.
      Money is always appreciated.

  49. QUESTION:
    What is the symbolism behind the marigolds used in Indian wedding ceremonies?
    I have always wondered why Indian ceremonies use this flower. Is it simply for aesthetics or is there a meaning behind it? Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      There is always meaning in the choices aboriginals made for their ceremonies. You how ever didn’t specify if you were referring to Native Americans (Indians) or Residents of the nation of India (Indians)…

      They are often used in funeral celebrations to reflect a celebration of longevity.

      Below is a Wikipedia article talking about them more.

      For what its worth,
      Michael

  50. QUESTION:
    What to wear to an indian wedding?
    My Hindu friend invited me to her cousins traditional indian wedding.
    We’re only 14 and she’s going to be wearing the traditional outfit and I was going to wear a colourful dress that wasn’t very revealing but I’m not sure if I’m supposed to wear the traditional Sari too
    I’m not indian so I’d borrow some of her outfits but I’m not sure if a colourful dress would be fine?
    Link me some pictures of examples of things to wear if you can please
    Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      wear your friends Sari…BUT know that you may feel weird looking like everyone else but if u dont have a problem with not looking like everyone else PLEASE wear your first choice, ALWAYS follow your instinct!! thats the best advice i can give you. good luck!!


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