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Not every bride dreams of walking down the aisle in red. If traditional bridal colours have never felt quite like you, there is no reason to force yourself into a palette simply because it is expected. From muted champagne and antique gold to soft blush and jewel-toned accents, there are plenty of ways to make your bridal look feel personal while still retaining all the grandeur of the occasion. The key is to let the colour, embellishment and styling work together to create a look that feels distinctly bridal without looking predictable. This week, You! shares two stunning looks for the bride who wants to step away from traditional red and embrace a more unconventional bridal palette…
A vision in muted
champagne gold, this
intricately embellished lehenga brings
old-world craftsmanship into a decidedly contemporary bridal look.
The structured choli, lattice-work sleeves
and chevron-inspired embroidery give the
ensemble a regal yet modern character,
making it an elegant choice for a sundowner barat. For the bride who wants all the richness
of traditional bridalwear without the expected red, this muted gold
is a sophisticated
alternative.
Ruby jewellery brings a rich, traditional contrast to the soft tones of this ensemble, with a statement choker and matching earrings adding just the right amount of drama.
Complete the look with soft,
vintage-inspired waves swept to one side, luminous makeup and a defined eye. For a more contemporary finish, opt for a sleek low bun with delicate face-framing waves.
Emeralds make a sophisticated pairing against this muted palette, with a statement emerald choker taking centre stage. Keep the beauty equally polished with sleek, centre-parted straight hair, luminous skin and softly defined eyes, finished with a delicate
embellished headband. For an
understated alternative, swap the headband for a sleek
low bun.
Soft blush, champagne and antique gold come together in this ethereal, heavily worked ensemble, where a dramatic peshwas-inspired shirt meets a voluminous lehenga. Rich with intricate embroidery, pearls, sequins and crystal accents, it brings a romantic, regal feel to the bridal wardrobe and is perfect for a bride who wants grandeur without relying on conventional red.
CREDITS
Text: Wallia Khairi l Designer: Mifrah l Hair & Makeup: The Trio Salon l Styling: Saraphine Andrew
Photography: Hussain Pairt l Jewellery: Kohar Jewellery
Models: Naina Chawlaaa and Syeda Mahnoor l Coordination: Umer Mushtaq
