Just Like Royal Bride

Hey divas, welcome back! Indian wedding means myriad of festivities with utmost enthusiasm. Decorated horses, camels and elephants, heavily embroidered bridal garments, flowery garlands, eateries, decorations, bands and other delights make weddings interesting attractions in our country.

Don’t you all love the classic and contemporary Royal Bridal look at any Indian Wedding venues, just like the royal princesses of our nation? You must have seen the talented and famous Indian designers experimenting with the royal wedding dresses and many of them following the trend.

The velvets and silks, zardozis, extensive fine hand heavy embroideries, anarkalis, lehengas, sarees are the classic and timeless example for royal Indian bridal wears. Here we go with some little qualities that a royal wedding dress, a dress that an Indian princess wears, has and which will make up your wedding attire a complete charm on your wedding day:

Royal colours

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Pure red, brick red, maroon, orange, yellow, peacock blue, royal blue, fuchsia, emerald green and navy blue are the most popular colours for the Royal Wedding attires dress. Most of this gen designers use these colours or some of the deep colours from the colour palette for designing a royal wedding outfit.

Designs and fabrics

Source : Traditional bridal Banarasi silks found on madhurya.com

You will have plenty of fabrics such as zari, brocade, raw silk, jamavwar, banarasi silk, velvet which are used to create some great bridal outfits by the designers. Lehengas and sarees with great amount of detailing, incomparable craftsmanship and lots and lots of embellishments, make them a wearable art.

Combo of red and gold

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If you are opting for a look of Royal Indian for your bridal attire, try pure red attire with the fusion of gold, silver or copper. Patches of gold, golden borders and antique heavy embroideries with golden and silver threads adds a royal charm to the bridal wear.

The royal accessories

Without accessories the royal look is incomplete for wedding. The accessories include mang teeka (a must), heavy jhumkas and necklaces, chooras or bangles, armlets, waistbands, a bold bindi, royal bridal dupatta etc. Waistbands look perfect when the royal attire is lehenga.

Let us know if you celebrated your wedding with the royal look and royal attire. Leave your comment and suggestion in the comment section below. Stay stylish!

Dressing Up For the D-Day

Is this your lucky year? Are you getting married? Are you nervous?

While for most of us the festive spirit has reached a momentary halt, for you the excitement must have just started to build up. Getting married is a once in a lifetime affair (well! For most of us), and getting it not just right but perfectly right is a pre-requisite to all brides-to-be.

If you thought choosing the right man for getting married is the toughest choice, wait till you start shopping for your wedding ensemble. It is one of those occasions where you are treated like a celebrity and all eyes are bound to be upon you, and thus it is only fair that you pick the best wedding dress and walk through the aisle looking picture perfect.

Dressing up for your wedding is not just about picking the right wedding costume; it’s also about picking the one that best suits you. Before you make that big purchase, consider these factors:

1. Budget:

Decide on the budget that you are willing to spend on your dress. Remember, your wedding dress is one of the most important parts of your wedding day, and will also become the memory of a lifetime. Thus, a few thousands should not be a hassle. At the same time, keep in mind that with the dress you’ll need footwear, jewelery, cosmetics, a clutch or sling bag, and hair style. All these things put together may cause more than just the dress. So decide on the total budget you wish to spend on the complete ensemble and separate the money for the dress.

Tip: always keep a leverage of a few extra bucks as you never know your perfect dress may just be a thousand rupee more than what you planned.

2. The Dress:

The Season – Before you decide what to wear, keep account of the season you are getting married in. Wearing heavy clothes in summers can do what wearing open dresses will do in winters – blunder.

The Type – Indian bridal wear are typically limited to sarees, lehengas, and salwar kameez.  Decide what you wish to wear for your wedding. Unless you are culturally or religiously bound to adorn a typical type, you can try to experiment with either of these.

The Color – Just because your best friend wore baby pink for her wedding doesn’t mean it may suit you. Pick a color which not only suits your skin tone but makes you look bright and classy. Remember, trends aside, the combination of classic wine red and bole green is still a popular choice amongst many including some of our B-town celebrities.

The Fabric – You don’t want your wedding dress to be either body hugging or too loose. Thus, it’s important that you choose the perfect fabric according to your body type and also the season.

Tip: Before buying the actual dress, research online for the latest trends or wedding dresses as per your body types.

3. Always ask for a second opinion:

There has to be one such person whom you totally trust in terms of fashion. It could be your mother, sister, brother, aunt, designer, or even a colleague. Be sure to try the outfit in front of them once before you make the final purchase. You may not be a huge fan of second opinions but in cases like this, they are highly important. They tell you things which you may be overlooking. It gives your dress a fresh perspective and boots your poise in cases when you confidante seconds your choice whole-heartedly.

Tip: Before you choose who gets to rate your dress, ensure that the person has an elegant taste and sophisticated style and knows what s/he is supposed to do.

4. Try till you are sure:

Start shopping for your wedding dress months in advance. It is highly likely that you would have to customize the dress as per your measurements. It is also possible that you need to alter the fittings more than once. Don’t be hesitant if you do. It’s perfectly okay to have the dress altered as many times as you want until you are sure that it fits you perfectly. Don’t forget – it’s your special day, and getting a tailor made wedding dress comes with it.

Tip: Try the complete dress at least a month in advance to rectify any last minute alterations.

5. Be comfortable:

There is no harm in wanting to follow the latest trend but don’t go out of the way to do anything which you’re not comfortable with even if it’s what others insist. Remember, wearing a saree generally is one thing, however wearing a heavy Benarasi along with a chunni, jewelry, cosmetics, hairstyle, headpiece, and foot wear and staying in it for almost 8-10 hours while smiling away at everybody and posing for the photographers is another. The most special occasion of your life is also one of the most tiresome and daunting event which unfailingly calls for you to be as comfortable as you can.

Tip: Avoid high heels and stick to middle sized ones as standing on them for very long can be painful for your back and feet.

Sarees You Must Have In The Ethnic Section of Your Wardrobe

With festivals forming such an important part of every Indian’s life, we can’t help ourselves from coming back to this topic every now and then. Especially when we know that in some part of the world you are preparing yourself for the upcoming celebrations of one of the biggest festivals of India – Durga Puja. Some of us call it Navratra, some call it Kullu Dussehra, some call it Bommai Golu, and some even call it Bommala koluvu. No matter what we name the festival, the truth is that each one of us is equally excited about it. However, with festivals also comes the dire necessity to look total ethnic and gorgeous. And, there is nothing that can make u look more stunning and beautiful than the Indian National Dress itself – The Saree.

So, we bring to you a list of top 5 types of sarees that you must include in our wardrobe if you haven’t already.

Taant Sarees

Weaved mostly in West Bengal and Bangladesh, the Taant sarees are soft and comfortable even for the hottest days. These sarees are found in huge varieties; you can find them in bright colors as well as lighter shades and with heavy embroideries to simple thread works. Taant sarees are extremely comfy yet very sophisticated for wearing at festivals, work, or even generally during daytime and thus, is our top choice.

Dhakai Sarees

Originating from and named after Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh, the Dhakai sarees come with intricate thread embroideries and buti works. The uniqueness of the sarees is visible in their unconventional blend of simplicity and grandeur. The Dhakai sarees are usually found in cotton or a material called Jamdani. A red and white Dhakai is an ideal saree for any of the Indian festivals.

Banarasi Sarees

While the Banarasi silk sarees are closely associated with the Bengali brides since time immemorial, these are equally suitable for wearing in festivals. The newlyweds are often found having a strong inclination towards this particular variety of Indian ethnic wear. As such, few other varieties of sarees can hardly replace the dignified appeal of a red embroidered Banarasi saree that remains an all-time favorite of Indian women.

Designer Sarees

Whatever the festival or occasion is, looking trendy is important and the designer sarees can serve your purpose perfectly well. You can consider buying the designer sarees online and you will certainly be able to lay your hands upon a wide variety of sarees that strike the right blend of traditional appeal and modern designs.

Paithani Sarees

The combination of the lustrous silk, embroideries in zari and golden thread and peacock designs in the pallu of the sarees makes the Paithani sarees ideal for festivals. Originating in Maharashtra, India, these sarees are also reflective of the Buddhist culture. They have a typical grandeur about them, making them must-have festival sarees in the personal wardrobe of every woman.

Latest & Popular Trends in the Indian Fashion Industry (2013/2014)

It’s been 5 days since the finale of the show, however, with each season, Lakme Fashion Week brings us all the latest trends in the fashion industry – Indian and Western.

With the approaching wedding season, a lot of our time is going to be spent in shopping for the perfect outfit. So, whether its your sister’s wedding, your BFF’s wedding, or if it’s YOU getting hitched this year, there should be no compromises with the style quotient of your wardrobe at all.

Find below an assorted range of ethnic wear presented by different Fashion Designers during Lakme fashion Week’s various seasons:

Autumn/Winter 2013

        

 

Autumn/Winter 2014

      

Stay tuned for our picks from the Indian Bridal Fashion Week 2013/2014 to be featured in our next post.

Until then, Team Sareez wishes all a very happy and prosperous Ganesha Chaturthi. Stay Blessed and Stay Stylish!

LFW Celeb-Designers Diary Day 1-3

Lakme Fashion Week Winter Festive 2014, since its inauguration, has seen quite a few celebrities walking the ramp for famous Fashion Designers. Some were seen sporting a primitive and ethnic look and some dazzled the stage with their urbanized theme. Few things to look out for in this season are the presentation of Bridal collections by quite a few designers and the highlight shone upon Indian clothing. 

Find below some of the celebs posing as a muse with exceptional ensembles and their respective prodigies.

(Sushmita Sen walks the Ramp for Designer Amit Agarwal)

(Shilpa Shetty walks the Ramp for Designer Masaba Gupta)

 

(Neha Dhupia walks the Ramp for Designer Swati Vijayvarge)

(Shriya Saran walks the Ramp for Designer Sashikant Naidu)

(Chitrangadha Singh walks the Ramp for Designer Harshita Chatterjee)

(Kriti Sanon walks the Ramp for River Island)

(Sonal Chauhan walks the Ramp for Designer Purvi Doshi)

(Jacqueline Fernandez walks the Ramp for Designer Anju Modi) 

(Konkona Sen walks the Ramp for Designer Anavila) 

The stage must have dazzled with all the super models and celebrities walking the ramp, however, what stole everybody’s heart are these super stylish and super sweet kids who took the stage for Hamley’s – the largest and the oldest toy shop in the world.

Welcoming the One & the Only “Lakme Fashion Week –Winter/Festival 2014”

It’s that time of the year again when India will stay glued to the TV, newspapers and internet to see and know about the latest trends in the fashion industry. A battalion of highly talented and unbelievably creative Fashion designers will fight ruthlessly to make the headlines. Accessories will dazzle, Clothes will impress, Make up will be redefined and presenting all this will an army of national and international celebrities, top designers, and super models – some that we have seen over the years and some who are taking their baby steps towards the biggest exhibition of Fashion and Lifestyle.

Let’s quickly take a look at some of the interesting facts about Lakme Fashion Week’s previous seasons:

Lakme Fashion Week shortened as LFW is a bi-annual fashion and lifestyle event that’s hosted in Mumbai. Its Summer-Resort show takes place in February whiles the Winter-Festive show is held in August.

Ace designers Masaba Gupta and Amit Aggarwal to open Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive on August 19^th, 2014.

This opening show will see Masaba’s distinguishing and gallant style with Amit’s exclusive and revolutionary sensibilities. This study in contrast promises to be a treat for the senses. The collections will play on the use of DHL’s unique yellow accent that will bring life to the first show of the season.

Pakistani Designers Faiza Samee, Rizwan Beyg, Sania Maskatiya and Zara Shahjahan to debut at Lakmé Fashion Week debut.

Children walk on the ramp for the first time at Lakmé Fashion Week

World’s famous toy shops – Hamley’s and Mattel – will host the first kids fashion show at the Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festival 2014.

India’s most celebrated designer Manish Malhotra to present at the Grand Finale of Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2014.

“This is my fourth finale at LFW and I am as thrilled as I was the first time. This platform is one of biggest celebrations of fashion that brings forth the best in design, beauty, fashion and Bollywood making it every designer’s dream showcase. This season, I will be showcasing Lakmé Absolute’s bridal trousseau and I look forward to re-inventing my style inspired by Lakmé Absolute.” said Manish Malhotra, Grand Finale Designer for LFW Winter/Festival 2014.

Other Important Details:

Season: LFW Winter/Festival 2014

Venue: 8^th Floor, The Palladium, Mumbai

Dates: August 19^th/20^th – 24^th, 2014.

Time: Varies slightly but 12:00 noon to 10:00 PM (approximately)

Total Number of Designers: 87

Trend Alert – Dazzling the IIFA Awards

The year’s biggest award ceremony for the Indian film industry, the IIFA awards was recently held at The Venetian Macao, Macau. Hosted by Shahrukh Khan and Shahid Kapoor, the show was a raging hit, with the glitterati of Bollywood gracing the red carpet in style.

Needless to say everyone at the IIFA awards was dressed impeccably in designer clothes; however the ladies of the evening, dressed in exquisite sarees really took the cake. Bollywood style icon Vidya Balan in her black with gold embellished appliqué patch work lehenga saree by Anand Kabra lehenga, as always managed to be the centre of attention. The carelessly done fishtail plait and the contrasting white, V necked, full sleeve blouse, with gold embroidery around the neck added to the appeal.

Madhuri Dixit, with her delicate black net saree designed by Karishma and Monica, stole the show. Gold embellished patchwork within red borders heightened the appeal of the saree. Her chic hairdo, and exemplary make up added oodles of elegance to the timeless appeal of this timeless beauty!

Two other women were spotted looking extraordinarily hot in their designer sarees. Shriya Saran in her lime green faux georgette saree designed by Manish Malhotra, was quite the diva of the evening, while Divya Dutta was seen in a bright red saree, with a matching bindi to complete the look.

Fashion 4 You

As a marker of the panache and glamor associated with fashion, World Fashion day is celebrated by fashion brands and the fashionistas alike, the world over. 21st August marks this day of exuberance and is celebrated with much ado – a day that commemorates the fashion visionaries and the followers and seeks to bring them together by the virtue of their shared passion for fashion.

Upholding the spirit of fashion, sareez.com brings to you a special collection to add flair to your wardrobe. With an exemplary collection of designer sarees, salwar suits, lehenga and ghagra cholis, we at sareez.com aim to bring to you the best of traditional wear, at the luxury of a click. On this occasion of World Fashion Day, you can choose dresses from our site that will compliment your personality and add glamor to beauty!

We have an exceptionally wide range of choices, in sarees, salwar suits and lehengas, which you can sort by occasion, design, color, fabric, as well as price. Alongside, you can also shop for kurtis or sherwanis on sareez.com. To complete your look we also have a separate section for Jewellery and Accessories, where you will find everything from leggings, to designer blouses and kaftans, to shawls, bindis, bags and more. This World Fashion day, we will help you be your stylist best!

A Sacred Bond of Love

Raksha Bandhan

Rakshabandhan is one of the oldest traditions upheld in Hindu families. As a vow of protection, this day marks a brother’s promise to his sister, when he promises to protect her with his life. On this particular day every woman likes to feel special and it is our responsibility that we ensure she is also looking special!

Rakshabandhan is an important festival especially for the women of the household, and hence it is imperative that they adorn themselves in the most gorgeous clothes. This season, vibrant shades and colour blocking patterns are a rage. Colour combinations like pink and midnight blue, mustard yellow with lime green, off white and rose are amongst the hot favourites. Designer sarees in single colours with heavy embroidery and beadwork on them are also very popular. Green being the colour of the season on sareez.com we have sarees in various shades of green. White is another popular colour, in this festive season. White sarees with astute golden design work is perfect for you if you are looking for the right balance between elegance and style. Red again is a popular colour this season and as we all know, you can rarely go wrong on a festival day with a red saree!

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Festive Eid Collection

With the breaking of the fast of Ramadan, there are celebrations galore. Eid is a time to celebrate, to spend time with your loved ones, while you feast on the most delicious food and look your best. With Eid just around the corner, preparations for the three-day feast are at its peak.
Women in the household play a very important role during Eid. It is their responsibility to ensure the entire household comes together and participates in charity, gift-giving and the following feast. Sarees for Eid, hence hold a special relevance to the women of the household, since throughout these three days of celebration women are at the helm of affairs. Our festive collection this season is especially dedicated to making sure that you and all the other women in your family look and feel their best.
Our special Eid collection on sareez.com has sarees to suit everyone’s needs and tastes. From demure pastel shades to flamboyant shades of red and pink, you will find everything you are looking for. New styles in sarees especially, Lehenga style sarees, are a hot favorite amongst women this season. From chiffons, to rich georgettes to satin, we are here to ensure, that we have the perfect saree for the perfect you.

Click @ http://www.sareez.com and choose your favorite one.