Shopping for a designer bridal lehenga is a dream come true for many would-be brides. This is perhaps one of the most important pre-wedding purchases you will ever make. Before heading out to the shops, peruse the internet for current trends and designs. Review what you might like or want to avoid. With this information in hand, head out shopping. Take your mom, sister, cousins and best friend. Ensure at least one of them is a harsh critic (you’ll thank them later).
Use the following tips when you’re sorting through the racks for your designer bridal lehenga:
Wear Neutral Tones Before Heading Out:
When you select a few wedding lehengas you’d like to try, the store will likely show you the lehenga first and an unstitched blouse. If you try on the lehenga with a brightly colored top, you might not be able to accurately determine if the outfit suits your skin tone. A neutral colored top serves as a plain backdrop so it won’t compete with your attention while it’s examining the lehenga skirt. A neutral tone also helps the finer details of your lehenga stand out.
The Blouse is Very Important:
Most brides-to-be are swayed by the lehenga skirt. They mistakenly assume that the blouse will be hidden under a dupatta for most of the night. Wrong! Most photographs are from the waist up. In a day wedding, you can expect a lot of photos featuring your top half. Both your blouse and dupatta will grab more of the camera’s attention. Opt for a blouse with intricate detailing and embroidery. It’s perfectly okay if the lehenga skirt is lighter on the embellishment side.
Avoid Shopping Just Before or During Your Cycle:
Your stomach will bloat considerably just before your cycle and continue to do so during your period. Do you really want to try on snug-fitting lehengas and blouses during this time? Your mood is also going to be erratic during this delicate time. You may end up making a purchase decision that you will likely regret later. The best time to shop for your bridal lehenga is a few days after your period has finished. By this time, your body and mood will return to normal.
Try to Remain Within Budget:
It’s tempting to be swayed by all the beautiful designer bridal lehengas you see in the shops. Keep in mind that if you overpay for anyone of them, you will have to deal with consequences later. This is why, when you head to the shop mention your price range to the sales associate. Keep the high-end range below your actual budget limit. This will enable you to bargain for a deal later on!
Follow Trends Carefully:
While most trends look gorgeous on models, they won’t necessarily suit your skin or body type. For example, neutral tones do not suit every skin type. It is recommended that if you’re pursuing a fashion trend, try on the lehenga with the blouse and dupatta. Have your family and friends examine it carefully. Consider whether the color suits your skin tone? Ensure the shape of the lehenga flatters your figure. More importantly, does it make you feel beautiful?
Pay Attention to Store Lighting:
The lighting of the shop can dramatically affect how the colors play out. Whether the lights are white or yellow, you should still wear the lehenga and step out into the sun. This provides a clear view of your lehenga colors. If possible, ask your best friend to photograph you in it. A picture is worth a thousand words!
When shopping for your designer bridal lehenga, keep these tips in mind. You will find something truly unique and spectacular.
Visit Indian Wedding Store to shop for your bridal lehenga.
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