South Asian weddings are ‘it’ when it comes to diving into traditions and learning about different cultures. It’s all about vibing with cultural appreciation, not appropriation.
So, if you snagged an invite to a South Asian wedding, you might be thinking, “What’s the dress code?” Don’t stress. Hit up the host for any dos and don’ts, and if you’re still stuck on what to wear, we’ve got you with some inspo from when celebs have got style tips from South Asian lookbooks.
ICYMI: South Asian fashion is all about colour, embroidery and going all out so, don’t be afraid to dopamine dress when attending a South Asian event.
Kate Ferdinand in a pink embroidered lehenga
British media personality Kate Ferdinand was one of the lucky faces who received an invitation to the recent wedding of PLT owner Umar Kumani and Nada Adelle’s wedding in France, she showed her way of embracing another culture by choosing a soft pink lehenga with silver and magenta embroidery. A lovely colour choice for a spring/summer wedding.
Naomi Campbell in a mauve feathered sari
Catwalk queen Naomi Campbell served as a guest at the Kamani wedding and we are def going to be taking inspo for her head-turning ensemble at the next South Asian event we go to. It’s giving look at me with its feathered dupatta (scarf), ombre material and corset bodice. A perfect mix of modern trends paired with a traditional style.
Alia Bhatt in a mint green floral saree
Alia Bhatt got the memo when it came to her outfit for the Met Gala this year as the theme was Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion with the dress code to follow titled The Garden of Time. The actress stunned in a mint green saree with delicate floral details and a gem-encrusted crop top. This is one image to keep in your lookbook.
Zendaya in a glittering navy blue saree with gold top
Remember Zendaya’s Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) opening ceremony fashion moment? Well, it’s been living rent-free in our heads since 2023. The actress gave a clear nod to South Asian style in a navy blue saree featuring shimmering silver and gold star-like needlework alongside intricate floral embroidery. Paired with a gold top with beaded gold birds on, if we can copy this look, we will.
Looking for more fashion inspo? Here’s what fashion girlies are wearing in Dubai rn.