Destination weddings thrive in the picturesque corners of India. Whether you preferto get hitched on a beach, a palace, on top of a mountain or want to recreate history at a fort, the subcontinent offers that and much more to make sure your day is unforgettable.
We round off the best destinations across the country and break down a few dress codes to go along with it:
A BEACH WEDDING IN THE ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS
The crystal waters beneath a clear blue sky along with a crimson sunset, makes beaches the most sought after venues for a wedding. If that dreamy atmosphere defines your idea of romance, then the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are lined with some of the most pristine beaches. The coastal paradise provides an escape away from the mainland. And the white sand beaches found on the island serve as one of the most charming places to tie the knot.
What to wear: Anita Dongre
Anita Dongre's latest collection includes several options for the bride-to-be, especially to blend with the elements of a beach. This powder blue net gown makes for a refreshing ensemble. The gota patti and resham floral embroidery on the gown is accentuated with the sequin and dori work on it. The gown will not limit movement, making it easy for you to move freely on the beach.
A PALACE WEDDING IN UDAIPUR
The lakes and palaces in Udaipur are perfect for a fairy tale wedding you always read about as a child. The majestic palaces in and around the city are some of the finest settings to host abig fat Indian wedding. With their vintage charm and splendour they make palace weddings a memorable celebration.
What to wear: Sabyasachi Mukherjee
For a royal wedding, a regal Sabyasachi wedding lehenga is a perfect match. The exquisite lehenga has mogra butis embroidered on a tulle base. Ared aari mogra jaal blouse and tulle dupatta with a zardozi border completes the ensemble. The heavy work and intricate detailing on the lehenga will turn your wedding into a royal affair.
A GARDEN WEDDING IN COONOOR
Consider garden weddings if getting hitched amongst roses and daffodils appeals to you. Imagine sparkling fountains, quaint bridges and graceful statuary--garden weddings boast of romance and whimsicality. Coonoor, with its lush greenery and natural beauty, makes for a wonderful setting for a marriage ceremony. Added accents are the stringed tuberoses that fill the air with fragrance, netting the sky in floral lace as you take your vows.
What to wear: Varun Bahl
This pale pink lehenga with floral filigree work on raw silk, is paired with an asymmetrical frilly blouse and dupatta with bugle bead tassels. Any bride would look spectacular in this floral ensemble amidst shading willows and blooming flowers.
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