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Minimal Bridesmaids, You Might Want To Take Style Cues From Aditi Rao Hydari
Because you don't have to pick between living up to the bridesmaid name and staying true to your minimalist aesthetic!
Aditi Rao Hydari channeling the minimalistic aestheticInstagram/Aditi Rao Hydari
Being a bridesmaid isn’t easy. From remembering the long dance routine to being the bride’s personal photographer and keeping the bride sane, being a bridesmaid is practically a full-time job. And planning your looks as a bridesmaid is a different ball game altogether. A bridesmaid is practically the most important person after the bride (yes, more important than the groom also, we don’t make the rules), so the bridesmaid's looks are of utmost importance. And every bridesmaid has her own set of challenges when it comes to look planning. If you are a maximal bridesmaid for instance, then you probably struggle with not stepping beyond the line where you start overshadowing the bride. If you are a minimal bridesmaid, then your constant struggle is having to pick between living up to the bridesmaid hype, while also following your natural instinct to keep things simple. But, hear us out, maybe you don’t have to pick at all. Maybe you can be as extravagantly dressed as a bridesmaid is expected to, and still stick to your minimal personal style. One celebrity who beautifully balances looking stunning while never overdoing it, is Aditi Rao Hydari. She is a masterclass in restrained dressing. If you are a minimal bridesmaid looking for some style inspiration, you might want to look at Aditi Rao Hydari.
One great trick for nailing the minimalist aesthetic without looking too boring or bland as a bridesmaid is by wearing the most simple, understated outfits in the most bright, bold colors like aubergine purple or hot pink. Case in point: this understated yet striking Raw Mango look on Aditi!
Balance is the key while wearing understated outfits. Notice how Aditi is wearing this simple (although rich and beautiful) sharara from Raw Mango and has paired it with a Navratna choker to elevate the look? Full points! If you too wish to wear a rather understated outfit as a bridesmaid, we suggest elevating it with a statement jewellery piece like a nice navratna necklace or a haasli.
This Raw Mango sharara look on Aditi offers a great trick in minimal dressing—when wearing a super simple, plain kurta, an interesting way to elevate it is by pairing it with printed or embroidered pants. The patterned pants when paired with a plain kurta will single-handedly amp up the look significantly.
Similarly, when wearing a plain saree, pair it with an all over embroidered blouse to balance the look. Because you don’t have to be dolled up like a Christmas tree just because it’s your best friend’s wedding!
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