A Telugu bride is usually a vision in bright saris, heavy jewelry and makeup that compliments the look. The bride and her complete wedding look is given a lot of significance. The bridal trousseau is put together after weeks of planning and hunting for the most beautiful pieces. There are various ceremonies such as Nischitartham, Mangala Snaanam, reception etc. which requires the bride to wear different types of outfits. Sari is the most popular choice for most of the occasions.

Here is a look at the different types of clothes and jewelry worn by a Telugu bride for all the ceremonies:

Bridal Outfits

The traditional Telugu bridal sari would be off white with red zari border. Brides these days choose to wear a grander versions of this sari with ornate blouses. Bright Dharmavaram saris with heavily embroidered saris are also a favorite with these brides. Venkatagiri, Gadwal, Pochampally etc. are also popular amongst this community.

Telugu brides in some regions choose to wear a bright colored veil over their head to complete the look. The veil, the sari and blouse is usually adorned with embellishments such as stones, sequins, embroidery etc. to make it stand out.

From the mangalasnanam to the main wedding reception, these brides change from bright Dharmavaram saris to their traditional white and red sari for the ceremonies.

Jewelry

Layering various pieces of gold jewelry is how most brides wear their ornaments for the wedding. From exquisite chokers to long necklaces these brides layer their jewelry in style. Addigai, a choker styled necklace, Kasu mala, peacock styled waistband, arm band which signifies goddesses, Jumkhas etc. are also worn as her bridal jewelry.Maangtikkas, gold and glass bangles, rings etc. are also important jewelry pieces. Temple jewelry with antique finishing is the current favorite amongst the crowd.

Makeup

Makeup is essential in completing any bridal look. Telugu opt for simple and natural makeup and elaborate hairdos for the reception. Hair is usually braided and adorned with embellishments, flowers, hair accessories etc. These brides also wear ‘mundavalya’, a string with embellishment tied across the forehead.

A traditional bride enters the mandap in a basket carried by her uncles. While this was earlier a basic bamboo basket, these days, this basket is also customized according to the bride’s outfit.