This World Saree Day, understand the significance of the bridal saree in the Indian culture and heritage with Wedding Affair.
Sobhita Dhulipala and Keerthy Suresh’s wedding was mesmerised by the regal and ethereal beauty of the Indian brides. Wrapped in traditional bridal sarees, styled with heritage jewellery and basking in the glow of soulful love, these brides resembled the beauty of the Indian goddesses. World Saree Day, celebrated on December 21st every year is one such day that re-emphasises the glory and heritage of sarees, the most unique and fascinating Indian attire. Initiated in 2009 by social activist and entrepreneur Nalini Shekar, the day helps preserve the traditional ensemble and enhance its popularity across the globe.
Crafted with Indian handlooms by traditional artisans, each thread of a saree carries with it the identity of a culture and the love of a family. When it comes to bridal sarees specifically, one ensures that they are made with the overwhelming emotion a bride experiences and with the eternal beauty that shines bright through her.
Inspired by our celebrity brides on the occasion of World Saree Day, Team Wedding Affair is all set to take you on a journey of all the places in the country where the brides adorn a saree on their wedding day!
Paithani Saree for the Marathi Brides
The brides from Maharashtra adorn the paithani silk saree in vibrant yellow, green and red hues. The unique aspect about these sarees is the use of the “extra weft” technique where additional threads are woven into the fabric to create designs inspired by nature, mythology and more. These are gifted to the bride for good fortune and a prosperous future.
Parsi Gara for the Parsi Brides
The gara embroidery featured in the Parsi Gara sarees was brought in from China during the rule of the British Empire. Made from the crepe fabric, this saree features handwoven embroidery of popular motifs such as ‘kanda papeta’, ‘karoliya’, ‘marga margi’ and more.
Pattu Saree for the Keralan Brides
The brides of Kerala exude an angelic charm wrapped in the Pattu silk sarees for their D-day. Made from silk these sarees are white in colour with a shimmering golden border, making the bride look elegant.
Banarasi Saree for the Bengali Brides
The brides of West Bengal traditionally wear a red and gold Banarasi saree with exquisite zari work on their wedding day. While the red of the saree symbolises fertility and prosperity, the gold stands for wealth and luxury post-marriage.
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Kanjivaram Saree for the Tamilian Brides
Renowned for its lustrous beauty, the Kanjivaram sarees worn by brides of Tamil Nadu are made from pure mulberry silk with contrasting borders, zari work and colourful heritage motifs. Celebrity brides such as Sobhita Dhulipala and Keerthy Suresh adorned Kanjivaram sarees on their wedding day.
Boula Patta for the Odissi Brides
Hoping for prosperity the brides of Odisha adorn a traditional yellow saree with red borders known as Boula Patta on their wedding day. With bright colours and intricate patterns, the saree is a true work of beauty.
Mekhela Chador for the Assamese Brides
The brides of Assam don the auspicious Mekhela Chador which is a two-piece ensemble draped like a saree. In vibrant colours and bold patterns, the glossy saree makes the bride look every bit of a goddess on her wedding day.
Kasuti or Mysore Silk Sarees for the Karnataka Brides
As per tradition, the bridal wear in Karnataka consists of the Kasuti or the Mysore Silk sarees. While the Kasutri saree reflects the state’s heritage with folk embroidery on it, the Mysore silk is a favourite for its luxurious textures and shine.
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This World Saree Day honour the heritage of your culture and the love of your family by adorning traditional sarees and making loads of memories with your girls. May the wealth of Indian culture and fashion keep propagating across the globe!
