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Here’s What You Can Wear If You’re Planning To Be A Red Saree Bride
Your lilac wedding lehenga might feel dated in a few months, but a red saree will remain timeless for decades to come
Sonakshi Sinha wearing a red saree for her weddingInstagram/Sonakshi Sinha
We love a bride in a larger-than-life lehenga, but there’s something about a bride wearing an elegant, timeless saree. And we’re not talking about just any saree. We are talking about a simple, classic red saree. Unapologetically traditional yet powerful, the red saree has long been a symbol of good omens. Whether it’s a classic Banarasi saree passed down from your grandmother or a new, crisp red handloom saree, brides who wear red sarees carry with them a little piece of heritage. While some might say that the red saree is for brides who choose elegance over extravagance, we believe that a red saree can very well match the grandeur of a fully embroidered lehenga. Brownie points if it’s a handloom saree.
Yami Gautam embracing the red saree for her wedding Instagram/Yami Gautam
A red saree might seem a little too specific at the first glance, but even within the realms of the red saree, the possibilities are endless. Let the red saree be your canvas for personal expression. Scarlet, crimson, deeper maroons, coral reds—pick a shade that speaks to you the most. As for the fabric, it can make or break your look. The fabric of a saree dictates the vibe of the look, so be mindful of the fabric. Craftsmanship reigns supreme in a look like this one. Rich Banarasi, Kanjeevaram, Chanderi, Jamdani fabrics are our top picks. Another thing that makes a significant difference to the look is how you drape it. Whether you’re neatly pleating your drape and pinning it on your shoulder, or wearing the drape open, whether you choose to go without a veil or add a veil, it’ll make all the difference. So choose wisely.
Wearing a red saree isn’t choosing elegance over extravagance, or simplicity over drama; it’s having the best of both worlds. Bonus? In a world where brides are gravitating towards the hottest trends, wearing a classic red saree will make sure your look ages well. When you are going through your wedding album with your grandchildren forty years from now, the look will still be relevant.
So, if we have convinced you to embrace the red saree as a bride, here are our top picks for the red sarees you can wear on your wedding.
Our Top Picks For Red Sarees To Wear On Your Wedding
'Mayura Valli' Deep Red Pure Satin Silk Banarasi Handloom Saree, TilfiTilfi
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Zuari Saree, Raw MangoRaw Mango
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Katan Silk Shikargah Banarasi Saree, WeaverstoryWeaverstory
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Maroon saree, Jayanti ReddyJayanti Reddy
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The Cherry Blaze saree, EkayaEkaya
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Red Haath Phool saree, MasabaMasaba
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Red Pure Silk Kadwa Banarasi Saree, TaneiraTaneira
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