Hi,
I'm attending an Indian wedding in the very near future, but am stuck on what I should wear. The Indian wedding will be conducted accoring to a branch of Hindu, called Jain.
Firstly.. I'm caucasian English and have been specifically told by organisers that I'm not required to wear any Indian style clothing.
I was going to wear a stylish but not over-elaborate black dress but am now worried that black dress might be considered wrong or offensive at an Indian wedding.
Any helpful thoughts please ?
2007-06-16 13:09:01 · 18 answers · asked by golfgirl 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Being an Indian myself, i think i may be able to give you a few useful pointers.First and foremost, colour is most important. Indians are very colourful people and so are our festivities. Black is not exactly what i would categorize as a festive colour. Since you are caucasian english i think any colour would suit you and you would carry it off quite beautifully. Choose some gay (i mean happy) colour like red, yellow, purple or something like it. If you do not wish to stick out like a sore thumb, blend in with an indian costume.I am not sure how young are you but i think a saree would be a good option and if it well chosen and well tied, you would be a stunner. A saree is a sensual and elegant attire. Not forgetting the accesories that go with it like bangles, ear rings and necklace.Of course, sensible sandals ( and i mean a suitable heeled sandals) should go with the whole ensemble.The gesture that would win any Indian's heart is the greeting that you may learn...putting both your hands together at the level of your chest with a gentle bow of the head. This my dear will be a perfect attire for an Indian wedding.
2007-06-17 06:41:02 · answer #1 · answered by indian princess 1 · 8⤊ 0⤋
Indian Wedding Etiquette
2016-11-15 02:32:24 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having been in the same position as you, I wore a bright pink shalwar kameez with a pair of silver sandals and a bright pink shawl with silver threading in it. Being blonde and blue eyed I was bound to stand out in whatever I was wearing, but so many people complemented me and were pleased I had made the effort. It was also very comfortable and I felt somewhat exotic. There are a number of shops in Londond and probably other cities that make and sell more western style dresses for such occasions out of traditional Indian materials and they look simply stunning.
You won't offend anyone that way and you will feel gorgeous, those materials really are luxurious. Believe me, the bride and her family, and all the female guests, will be wearing some utterly beautiful Indian styles. It was actually one of the best weddings I have ever been to, you will really enjoy it.
2007-06-16 13:34:16 · answer #3 · answered by Tefi 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Wear a Sari it's an Indian costume !! They come in many colours but don't wear red !! I'm white and I wore a pink one to my friends sons first birthday!! It was a lot of fun!! You can buy them in an Indian clothing store!! You can also pick up some bindies in different colours to match your dress !! If your married the dot on the forehead {Bindie} shows everyone that you are married !! Of course I had a pink bindie!! I may have spelt bindie wrong but that's how it sounds!! LOL
2007-06-16 13:30:09 · answer #4 · answered by Polar Molar 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Where something that is classically. Since it is a Indian wedding, wear something modest.
2017-01-19 19:49:00 · answer #5 · answered by Julia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I attended a Hindu wedding and dress varied wildly. Some were in nice kakis while others had on pant suits. Your dress will work fine, but I found that most people had on a color of some sort. Not too dressy or casual. Honestly, the women who were there wore church type dresses and fit in fine!
2007-06-16 13:14:55 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
So far as I remember, black should be ok, but you should avoid white (mourning) and red (The bride will be wearing red).
I hope you get better info than me though, I'm not currently in touch with my Hindu friends, so I can't check.
2007-06-16 13:13:23 · answer #7 · answered by nealo d 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Since you are not from that background and have been told not to wear or that you do not have to wear their customary attire I would not. You may end up offending one or more at the wedding. Go be yourself and have fun. Just dress down somewhat if you are into today's styles.
2007-06-16 13:14:13 · answer #8 · answered by debbie f 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Anything modest and presentable. Wear a hat,scarf or veil and probably a dress( a sari would be nice). Jains are really their own religion as old as or older than Buddhism.
2007-06-16 13:24:58 · answer #9 · answered by James O 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
A bllack dress to a wedding? I think it's in poor taste and very macabre.
Wear bright colors, as tropical people are used to them and use them happily.
2007-06-16 13:17:03 · answer #10 · answered by milk 2 · 5⤊ 2⤋