I'm going to a hindu wedding on sunday, I just wondered if there was colours you shouldn't wear. I have a pretty red dress but should I avoid this as the bride will be in red & gold?
Sorry to be ignorant!
2006-09-07 00:38:25 · 17 answers · asked by imalandamcuteasabutton 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
hey there,
Unless otherwise specified, You can wear any colour that you want, even Black! If youre hindu wedding isnt with a group of traditionalists who ask their guests to wear certain colours and avoid other colours, then you shdnt have a problem
And as for the red dress, WEAR IT! today, the wedding trosseau of bride isnt red any more; they come in differnt colours like pink or peach.... Modern hindu weddings dont stick to one colour...
So dont worry so much ...
Just have a blast, and hope you know how to dance to our bollywood music....!!!
And one more thing; if you want to go for a traditional indian outfit instead of a western one, check with the bride or grooms side about the different options like sari( 6 yard cloth wrapped around you), ghagra choli( a short top with a skirt), leghna( someting similar to a ghagra), Salwar Kameez( pant and a long top) etc.
Hope i helped you out!
2006-09-07 00:54:26 · answer #1 · answered by pc 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a non-traditionalist Hindu who just got married, I would suggest you NOT wear red to the wedding. This is for the same reasons you do not wear white to a Christian wedding. Keep in mind, she may not have any issue with you wearing red.
There is also the possibility that she will not wear red but another colour in that same pallet (ie. fuschia, orange etc.) and there are some brides who will wear white.
I agree with the other answers in that you do not wear black.
Keep in mind Indian weddings are very festive and full of colours.
Some colours I suggest you wear:
Blue - any shade
Baby pink
Yellow/gold
Green - any shade
Orange
Enjoy!
2006-09-07 03:35:28 · answer #2 · answered by Ashnal 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Actually i jus looked it up on google and the bride did wear red and gold...so i guess u could wear the red dress??
2006-09-07 00:43:00 · answer #3 · answered by Kezia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard that if you are young woman who wears red to an Indian wedding it can mean that you are looking for a husband. So, you might want to avoid red -or not depending on your marital status!
2006-09-07 00:52:26 · answer #4 · answered by Megano 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hey that does not matter if you and the bride are both in red!
Wear it!
Red is perfect for weddings!
2006-09-07 00:41:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
try to avoid black.u will find majority of the people there wearing red so dont worry & go ahead & wear that red dress
2006-09-07 00:43:30 · answer #6 · answered by rashi 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here are some links I have found for you..
http://www.lalwani.demon.co.uk/sonney/wedding.htm
http://www.weddingdetails.com/lore/hindu.cfm
Hugs from a Loving Mom to a Brilliant, as well as beautiful 8 year old Jared and Our Angel, Zachary (taken to soon but who will always remain in our heart) ~ Mel
2006-09-07 00:43:56 · answer #7 · answered by jaredsmommy2004 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
anything bling, hindu traditions and ceremonys are very colourful loads of make up u cant ever be over the top at indian do's! have fun
2006-09-07 05:39:37 · answer #8 · answered by aarti 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Warm colours. Your oranges and your reds.
2006-09-07 02:22:34 · answer #9 · answered by Simply Sasa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think red is a perfect 1 4 marriages
if u feel, its common, try shades of blue
2006-09-07 00:46:45 · answer #10 · answered by Anjali 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋