Extravagant weddings over the period of several days, is one of the most exciting features of Indian tradition. Winter months go hand-in-hand with the magnificent marriages all over the country!
The pampering parents go to unbelievable extents to fulfill the happiness of their to-be young bride.
Over a span of three days and atleast four lavish dresses a day, weddings provide ample room to satisfy that craving for shopping! An Indian bride is usually swimming in clothes that cost thousands.
And fashion designers take full advantage of this atmosphere. Today, wedding sarees and lehengas are priced anything between Rs50000 to Rs5 lakhs!!
Some consider spending such out-of-the-world amount for a single dress that can almost be never worn again, a little ridiculous. The dresses are embellished with intricate zari work so heavy that you droop under its weight!
However, many believe that this is the one time when girl can demand anything she wants. So what if it is a bit more expensive, it is sure to make unique day even more special….Well, that's all that matters!!
Experts believe that all the hype surrounding the celebrity weddings and every detail of the ceremony being broadcasted, reinforces the desire to do the same in people's hearts! Viewing the customized wedding outfits of Bollywood actresses, the girls get tempted to get their own designer dress.
When it comes to choosing a designer for lehengas and sarees,the likes of Tarun Tahiliani and Ritu Kumar are the favorites. Raj Shroff and Manav Gangwani are popular fashion hubs for the upper class.