Many brides can attest to the grueling task of finding the perfect wedding lehenga. Most of them are confronted with some pressing questions like:
- Is it unique?
- Is it stylish? or
- Can I style it after the wedding?
Even after finding the perfect Lehenga, many brides pack away the outfit after the wedding, making it a mere memory. The truth is a Lehenga is the most versatile wedding apparel of all time. Its design, color, and fabric are not restricted to the traditional white gown allowing you to don it differently. Here are ways you can style it if planning to wear it after the wedding.
1. Pair it with a Plain Shirt
Look for a shirt with neutral shades like beige, white, or pastel, and pair it with the Lehenga. This style works well with lehengas that don’t have an overwhelming look, e.g., one that doesn’t have sequins or a zari work.
Pairing such lehengas with plain shirts is easy. As for the fabric, go for silk shirts with silver, gold, or copper hues to match the decorative part of your Lehenga. Lastly, be sure to highlight the collar with an accessory or a brooch for a more festive look.
2. Transform it into an Anarkali
There are two ways of converting a wedding lehenga to a long and beautiful Anarkali:
- Cut and stitch method
Find a good tailor who can attach the skirt along the blouse of the Lehenga to create a new look. If the blouse is short, you can quickly stitch the blouse along the waistline. The lehenga blouse doesn’t need to reach the waist; it can be shorter and the skirt stitched along the waistline.
- DIY Method
If planning to transform your lehengas for the reception ceremony, this method should come in handy. It makes it easy to convert lehengas that look like choli and have light skirts that are easy to pull up. Wear matching outfits under the skirt, then pull up the lehenga skirt till under the chest over your top. Then tie the skirt tightly to create a flared ethnic top with a matching tight beneath it.
3. Change the Top
The easiest way to restyle your wedding lehengas is to change the blouse. Look for contrasting shades to add that wow factor. For example, you can pair a red lehenga with a golden blouse to create a new look. A peplum top also makes an excellent way of revamping your wedding lehenga. Alternatively, you can wear a matching slip top to make the outfit look like a dress. Be sure to pair the Lehenga with Indian jewelry and ditch the dupatta.
4. Pair it with a Jacket
A jacket can transform your Lehenga into a gorgeous casual outfit. Jacket lehengas are based on the traditional lehenga lacha style, a popular wedding wardrobe option in Punjab. The popularity of these stylish lehenga jackets is due to their elegance and high comfort levels when worn at different events (receptions, weddings, and engagements).
5. Use a Dupatta
If you just bought a long, beautiful dupatta, use it to restyle your Lehenga. You can drape it with a sari to create a new look for your Lehenga. Here are some ideas:
- Create the signature Sabyasachi style: This look is pretty easy to pull off. Simply pin one dupatta over the head, another part over your shoulders, and stretch it mid-waist
- Wear the Dupatta with Front Cowls: This is the perfect style for an extremely simple dupatta. You only need to place the dupatta over your shoulders and allow it to flow downwards. Then use pins to attach it to your shoulders on both sides.
- Drape it on the arms: If you want an effortless look, drape the dupatta over your arms
Conclusion
You no longer need to stash your Lehenga away after your wedding day. With a little creativity, you can restyle it to create new looks and wear it during casual events. It’s all about a little bit of creativity.
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