A wedding is the most beautiful day of a bride’s life, and it is made even more special by the bridesmaids standing by her side. However, no matter how stunning the bridal saree is, if the bridesmaid sarees don’t complement it, it can disrupt the visual harmony of your wedding photographs.
To ensure your bridal party looks flawless, here are the most important factors to consider when selecting the perfect bridesmaid sarees for your big day:
1. Complementing the Bride
The bridesmaid sarees should always highlight and elevate the bride’s look, never overpower it.
- Style: If the bride is wearing a traditional Kandyan bridal saree, it is best to dress the bridesmaids in traditional or modern Kandyan draping styles. If the bride opts for an Indian-style drape, choose a similar silhouette for the bridesmaids.
- Embellishments: If the bridal saree features heavy beading, stones, or pearl work, the bridesmaid sarees should be kept simpler and more subtle to let the bride shine.
2. Choosing the Right Color Palette
Your color choices will largely depend on your overall wedding theme.
- The Contrast Method: When the bride wears a traditional off-white or cream saree, dressing the bridesmaids in striking, bold colors like deep red, emerald green, or royal blue creates beautifully contrasting and vibrant wedding photos.
- Pastel Colors: Currently, soft pastel shades like peach, lavender, and mint green are highly popular and trendy for modern Sri Lankan weddings, offering a highly elegant and gentle aesthetic.
3. Fabric and Comfort
Bridesmaids have a very active and important role to play on the wedding day, making their comfort essential.
- Georgette and Chiffon: These are lightweight fabrics that drape beautifully, perfectly flattering the body’s natural shape while allowing easy movement.
- Net and Lace: Ideal for achieving a highly modern, glamorous, and textured look.
- Silk: If you want a deeply rich and traditional aesthetic, silk sarees are a great option, but always be mindful of the venue’s climate and the bridesmaids’ comfort.
4. Saree Blouse Design and Material
Even if the saree itself is simple, a well-designed blouse can make a massive difference.
- Blouse Material: You can choose an elegant fabric for the blouse that matches but beautifully contrasts with the saree’s texture. For example, if the saree is a simple chiffon or georgette, pairing it with a heavily embellished raw silk, brocade, or velvet blouse adds a rich, luxurious feel to the overall outfit.
- Necklines & Sleeves: Modern styles like boat necks, V-necks, and long sleeves are currently trending. Since bridesmaids have different body types, it is best to choose a universal design that flatters everyone, or customize the necklines slightly to suit each individual while maintaining a cohesive look.
5. Budget Management
When outfitting multiple bridesmaids, the cost of sarees can add up quickly. It is highly recommended to prepare a budget in advance. You don’t have to spend a fortune to get the most beautiful outfits. By choosing the right bridal boutique, you can find high-quality sarees at very reasonable prices.
6. Exclusive Bridesmaid Saree Services at Lassana Saree (Rent, First Rent & Buy)
To dress your bridal retinue beautifully while accommodating your budget, Lassana Saree offers three highly flexible options:
- Rent from Our Existing Collection: We feature a stunning, ready-to-wear collection of bridesmaid sarees in various trending colors, modern designs, and high-quality fabrics. You can easily rent the perfect matching sets directly from our boutique.
- Custom Designs & “First Rent”: We offer the exclusive facility to design and tailor brand-new sarees and blouses exactly to your preferred style and your bridesmaids’ precise measurements. The biggest advantage here is our “First Rent” service. Instead of purchasing these newly tailored outfits for a large sum, you can rent them for the very first time at a much lower cost, giving you a brand-new, custom-fitted look on a budget.
- Custom Made to Buy: If your bridal party prefers to keep their outfits as a beautiful memory of your special day, Lassana Saree also gives you the option to fully purchase your custom-designed and perfectly tailored bridesmaid sarees.
At Lassana Saree, we always strive to make your wedding dreams come true by offering the highest quality, perfectly matching saree collections for both brides and bridesmaids at reasonable prices. Contact us today to view our latest collection or to start designing your custom “First Rent” outfits!