Indian wedding dresses for men

India has a diverse culture with many vibrant traditions, but if you ask any Indian what one event they look forward to the most is, it has to be a big fat Indian wedding. Families of the bride and groom start their preparations as soon as the couple is engaged, from booking the venue to hiring the priest, from expensive décor to mouthwatering Indian cuisine; everything is planned long before the big day. Out of all these things, one that worries everyone the most is their clothing, who is going to wear what and when. Gone are the days when the Indian bride would be the centre of attention, now men are competing for attention equally with their designer sherwanis to extravagant turbans & neckpieces, not to mention the sword which has become a trademark for the Indian groom.

Indian weddings span over a few days and may take up to a month as they involve a ton of rituals which means the Indian groom can experiment with different styles and looks. Starting with Roka ceremony to haldi, sangeet, havan pooja, bachelor party and reception, the Indian groom has a lot to plan and buy. The Indian groom now has a variety of options to wear on his wedding from sherwani’s to Nehru jackets to Jodhpuri suits; the groom’s clothing is no longer about gold embroidery and jazzy churidar. While kurta pyjamas are known for their comfort level and a favourite on sangeet, sherwanis steal the spotlight on the big day. However, you need to keep in mind that you must complement the bride, not overshadow her. By putting a little thought and effort into your clothing, you both will become the most synchronised couple your guests would ever see. You must discuss the style and colours you both are going to pick for your wedding theme. Try to take style cues from your bride to be and set your form to complement hers.

Whether you both believe in following traditions or setting your own rules, remember it is vital that the couple and décor are in sync with your theme. The older generation still gives a lot of importance to their traditional clothing and the couple tying the knot is expected to respect their choice. However, most young couples are pushing the boundaries and wearing western attires and opting for unusual colours.

We at Reeshma have put together a comprehensive guide for the modern Indian groom who wants to look his best on the most important day of his life. We have a list of outfit options that can be worn on different events like sangeet, haldi, wedding, reception and post-wedding dinner parties. After you have decided which outfit you want to wear why not browse our exclusive menswear collection; we guarantee you will find everything you need right here.

KURTA

Sangeet is one of the most enjoyable events of an Indian wedding, there is a lot of music, dancing and partying on this day. Sometimes the bride and groom’s families arrange more than one sangeet function as the festivity starts a month early and most relatives fly down closer to the wedding. So, it makes sense to have one sangeet earlier and one just before the wedding. Since this day is all about having fun and getting on the dance floor, comfortable clothing is a must; you don’t want to end up wearing something that’s tightly fitted and sweat in it while dancing. We recommend that our perfect Indian groom should wear kurta pyjama on this day.

Kurta pyjama is a traditional collarless shirt that reaches the knee and is paired with a churidar pyjama-a straight trouser. Some men like to match the kurta with dhoti pyjamas which have a lot of flares. Kurta pyjamas are worn casually in India as well, but for weddings, these are customised with heavy embroidery on bright contrasting colours to make the groom stand out.

On sangeet, the groom usually wears a bright yellow, orange, green or maroon kurta with white pyjamas while all his relatives wear the same colour combination so they can be identified as guests from the groom’s side. The groom can choose to pair his kurta-pyjama with a Nehru jacket or waistcoat for a more formal look and also add a mono-tone dupatta for dramatic effect.

Many online retailers have jumped at the opportunity to design Indian clothing for men and have gained popularity in a small amount of time which reflects how conscious the Indian groom has become. At Reeshma, we offer exclusively designed wedding clothes for the modern Indian man. We give you the freedom to customise your look according to your taste and preferences so you can decide if you want to ditch the dupatta and waistcoat or wear it with your kurta pyjama.

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SHERWANI

Sherwani is the favourite Indian wedding clothing for men that gives a majestic royal look to the Indian groom. The black sherwani was popularised by Mr Jinnah who was a prominent politician in India before its partition, Muslims living in the region idolised him, and the trend remains equally popular today. The name sherwani is derived from a location in Azerbaijan where locals where a traditional dress that resembles the modern sherwani. It is a long jacket that covers the knees and has a button-down in the middle. A conventional shirt called the kameez needs to be worn under it, but now some men wear a t-shirt instead. The bottoms consist of loose trousers called salwar. In many Muslim countries like Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Malaysia, sherwani is worn by the groom to mark a new beginning of their lives. There are generally two types of sherwanis; traditional and achkan. Simple sherwani is associated with Muslims while the achkan sherwani is historically associated with Hindus, although the differences between the two are only in their length and fitting.

The most important thing that defines your entire look for your wedding day is the fitting of your sherwani. You cannot afford to go wrong with this one; no matter how expensive your sherwani is, it won’t look flattering if it does not fit your body correctly. That is why it is crucial to invest the right amount of time and money to get the fit right. Try getting your sherwani customised to your body measurements which will make you look slimmer, masculine and dapper at the same time.

While the perfect sherwani is the key to making a lasting impression on your bride and everyone else, it is also necessary to take note of more delicate details which many Indian grooms unknowingly neglect. You can accessorise your sherwani with a turban, neckpiece, brooch or cuff links to add a touch of royalty to your look.

At Reeshma we offer a wide variety of sherwanis in every colour, material, style and stitching. A perfectly styled sherwani adds masculinity and sophistication; it is equally vital to accessorise the sherwani with one or two statement pieces to complete the entire look.

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ANGAVASTRAM

The Angavastram is a white piece of cloth that resembles a stole that is draped over the shoulder to cover the torso. It is worn by South Indian men for religious ceremonies and is also a wedding attire for Mangalorean, Bengali and Tamil Brahmin grooms. The Mangalorean grooms wear the Angavastram as a single garment that is bunched loosely and draped around both shoulders to cover the torso as much as possible. On the other hand, the Bengali groom wears the Angavastram over a kurta or cream shirt; it hangs loosely from one shoulder.

The Angavastram originated from South India as a gesture to show respect towards a Hindu god Krishna. The devotees believed that they should be present in clean clothing while worshipping their gods as praying in bright colour clothing was strictly prohibited. Angavastram is worn by grooms to show their devotion to their gods, the priest who officiates the ceremony also wears an Angavastram. Brahmin grooms wear Angavastram to their weddings and pair it with gold accessories as a sign of their status, class and religious devotion.

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JODHPUR SUIT

The Jodhpur suit is more commonly known as a bandhgala suit; it was a formal attire worn by the aristocrats in Jodhpur state in India. It consists of a vest, coat and trousers which gives it a unique appearance and can be recognised instantly. This traditional attire originated Rajasthan but was quickly adopted by people in other states of India as well. You can choose a jodhpur suit that falls below the knee or above it, depending on your preference. A shorter Jodhpur suit makes a classic combination with dhoti while a longer one can be paired with a churidar pyjama. If you want to look royal and magnificent, then opt for luxurious fabrics like velvet or brocade, but if you’re going to keep it contemporary, then cotton or silk would be the best option.

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SEHRA

Sehra is a traditional headdress worn by the groom; it has garlands hanging from it which helps to cover the face. Indian people believe in many superstitions; the sehra is worn to keep the evil eye away from the groom and helps in keep negative energy at bay.

In some cultures, when the groom leaves for the venue, all the elders gather around him and put the sehra on him. The groom keeps the sehra until he meets the bride and then takes it off so that they can be photographed together. In the old days, sehra used to be made entirely of tinsel, but it has evolved with time and has become more sophisticated. It is now made of small flowers stitched together in the form of curtains which fall over the groom’s face. Nowadays, sehras are becoming less visible during weddings as modern Indian grooms don’t like to wear them; however, it is still prominently worn by Sikhs during their weddings.

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DHOTI

The word dhoti is derived from the word dhauti, which means a washed or cleaned garment. Dhoti is a religious attire worn by the majority of the Hindu community in India; they must wear this garment as men are only allowed to worship their gods in clean clothes. Dhoti is known by many other names including panache, Vesti, dhuti, Mardani, Chadra, Dhotar and panchey. It is an unstitched piece of cloth that is draped in a rectangular manner around the waist and legs. Dhotis are worn commonly by Indian men in villages daily, but Indian grooms opt for silk or velvet dhotis dyed in different colours for their wedding ceremony. It is also worn under the sherwani instead of regular churidar pyjamas on weddings by the groom or his cousins and brothers.

The origination of dhoti can be traced back to Southern Nepal where priests wore it in temples while worshipping since Indian people are closely tied to their culture and take pride in sticking to their historical traditions many men still choose to wear a dhoti on their wedding day.