By Nandini Iyengar for Femina

In 2026, wedding fashion isn’t simply about the bride and the groom. It is also about their bridesmaids, groomsmen and family. The modern bridesmaids and groomsmen are now dressing in sync to elevate the overall visual spectacle. But it is also important to remember to not outshine the couple. No matter what kind of theme you are planning, it is important to remember to include outfits that reflect the unity and togetherness of both squads:

When it comes to creating a visual harmony, it is important to consider the individual personalities. No one is a clone of the other, so why should their outfits be such? You can choose a variety of outfit styles, and pair them with a color from the vast color spectrum to create a colorful harmony of styles and colors.

When it comes to a South Indian wedding, sarees are an indispensable part of the women’s ensemble. If you want your bride squad to wear sarees, you can pick one fabric and present them with different colors and border patters for each saree. Speaking of the groom squad, a veshti and shirt of silk but in contrasting or similar color to the bride squads’ sarees would also serve as a good play on the styling.

When people come together, their cultures come together. What keep this authenticity further alive is the outfits they wear to celebrate the union of a couple. When thinking about mix-and-match trends, think of fusion pieces like a traditional silk saree paired with Kundan or polki diamond sets. You can also pick pieces from different cultures and bring them together, like a Tamilian hairdo with a lehenga, or even a shervani with a pancha.

When it comes to an outfit, it is also important to figure out what accessories will complement the look. When it comes to your wedding tribe, try and maintain a uniformity in the accessories. Stick to the wedding theme, say floral, and keep jewellery that highlights the theme.

Creating a visual harmony is not limited to just choosing a color or a texture. You can achieve that by also bringing together a best of both old and new styles – a fusion of cultures and traditions. Kaleera is a traditional piece of jewellery that is needed in a North Indian bride’s outfit. You can customize the kaleera by adding charms that hold importance for you. Similarly, in a South Indian bride’s ensemble, the layered necklaces can be customized with some charms embedded throughout, symbolic to the bride carrying her blessings into her new life.

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