Red is a favourite for brides when it comes to Indian weddings. But if you thought that only fair-skinned girls look pretty in red, think again. With the correct shade, fabric and silhouette, red can make you look like a diva in no time.
Just make sure that you don’t pick too earthy, deep red shades, like maroon, brick or burgundy. Crimson, vermillion, scarlet, etc. are the brighter and warmer versions that will accentuate your skin tone.
Pretty in Pink
While candy pink, rose pink, coral and peach can be your best bets, you can even try hot pink, fuchsia, etc. if you want to make a bright and bold fashion statement. See (below) how the dusky diva, Esha Deol, carried pink effortlessly at her wedding reception.
Go Green
In some Indian communities, the bride is required to wear green at the wedding. Green is one colour that can make any girl worry about carrying it right. But the little known fact is that green can look great, if you choose the right shade to complement your complexion.
Just stay away from super bright or neon greens, and you cannot fail. If you choose olive green or bottle green, you are bound to look like a stunner.
Make any colour work wonders for you
Once you choose the perfect colour for your big day, make sure you don’t forget the following points, to make that colour work best for you:
* Be very sure that you choose the colour of your outfit depending on the season in which your wedding is. For example, wear lighter hues and pastels for a summer wedding, and deeper, bolder colours if your wedding is in the winters.
* Let the fabrics be soft and flowing. Too much bulk with many layers or stiff brocades can give loud look.
* When it comes to the blouse or choli, stay away from a high-neck and long sleeves. In case you opt for dark colours, tone down the look by wearing either a sleeveless, cap-sleeves or short-sleeved blouses.
* For the embellishments too, go easy, rather than covering yourself in embroidery from top to toe. Too much of anything can look loud for any complexion, body type or personality.
* As far as possible, stay away from neons. Not only will they appear too flashy, but will make you look much darker than you actually are.
