The classic blend of traditions and style, red bridal lehenga will always be a timeless staple of bridal fashion, no matter how contemporary.
The term ‘Indian bride’ creates an image of a beautiful bride adorned in a mesmerising red bridal lehenga and lustrous bridal jewellery. Red is a colour synonymous with Indian brides. The timeless love affair between the colour and our culture is something one can’t simply ignore. It is a symbol of love, prosperity and new beginnings.
With evolving bridal fashion every season, it’s no wonder red bridal lehengas have also evolved to take a more contemporary turn that matches the style of the time. For modern brides who are embracing traditions by heart yet leaving their signature mark behind, these modern red lehengas are next to perfection. No matter how many new styles come into the scene, these lehengas cannot be overshadowed by anything.
Here are 4 timeless red bridal lehengas that are always in style.
Minimal Lehenga Charm
Bridal lehengas are not all about embroidery anymore. Today’s brides are embracing the “less is more” motto with their attire, choosing minimal designs—clean silhouettes, delicate threadwork, subtle sequins and more. Especially when the colour red in itself is a maximal aesthetic, minimal work strikes a balance that is both modern and timeless.
Take inspiration from Aditi Rao Hydari’s look; the red silk lehenga by Sabyasachi is clean, simple and highlighted by the heavy border. Paired with chunky jewelleries, it creates a bold look for the bride. If you are going for monochrome, a red lehenga with red threadwork, with just enough sequins, shines beautifully.
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Velvet for Regal Aura
If you are the kind of bride who wants to look and feel nothing less than a queen on your wedding day, a velvet red bridal lehenga is the match you are looking for. The texture of velvet is rich, tracing back to the royalty of this country. Be it simple designs or heavy embroidery work, these lehengas are effortlessly majestic.
Take a look at the lehenga from Annu’s Creation, the traditional peacock embroidery adds to the regal texture of maroon Italian velvet. You can also add just an element of velvet instead of the whole attire, like the Gazal Gupta lehenga featuring a silk embroidered blouse, skirt and a velvet shawl.
Fusion Lehenga Magic
Modern Indian brides are fans of experimenting. They are no longer going with the safe choices; instead, they try to do something different and shine on their D-day. And fusion is the way to go. From replacing dupattas with capes to pairing lehengas with structured jackets, red fusion lehengas are ideal for ceremonies like mehendi, sangeet and reception.
If you are a bride with a playful, fun vibe, an asymmetrical lehenga with a cape top will be perfect for you, like the fiery red ensemble by designer Tarun Tahiliani. For a more edgy look, the minimal lehenga with a bustier top and heavily embroidered jacket by Bhumika Sharma will be the way to go.
Ombre and Multi-Shade Lehengas
If one shade is boring for you, but multi-colour is too much, ombre might be exactly what you are looking for. Make your red lehenga stand out by choosing more than one colour from the palette. Ombre lehenga is one of the hottest trends right now as it effortlessly blends colour without creating a drama.
Deep crimson blending into softer corals or cherry reds is always a classic. A unique combination of red and pink is appropriate for a striking presence, much like this ensemble by Shobitam. For a more classic combination, opt for the cherry red ombre lehenga by Roopkala Heritage.
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Fashion trends might come and go, but some trends are classics that never fade. Red bridal lehenga is one of them. Make this timeless beauty your own with your unique touch and honour both tradition and individuality on your day.
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