With the onset of winter, fashion gradually calls for heavier textures and exquisite fabrics. This year, however, velvet is the one to take center stage, especially in the Pakistani wedding industry. Velvet remains the fabric of choice for it is not only elegant but warm as well. The Regal Legacy of Velvet, throughout centuries, has been draped over the royals as a symbol of magnificence; adornment is defined. Its warm and stunning texture appeals to anyone who wishes to enhance their look with grandeur. For Pakistani weddings, which are all about exquisite grandeur fused with age-old customs and traditions, velvet is the quintessential fabric. Let’s explore the reasons why velvet is best suited for this time of the year, how it is to be worn as part of the bridal attire, and how you can use it to be the sparkling jewel at any function.
How Does Velvet Bring a Luxurious Feel To Clothing?
Velvet is always associated with luxury and richness because of the fabric’s soft texture as well as smooth and lustrous. It is this textured fabric that boasts a smooth, cut, and lofty pile that shimmers whenever it captures light, making it look more sophisticated and unique. Velvet is a common design in women’s evening clothes’ in large volumes as it aids in giving a soft and classy touch to clothes meant for special occasions like weddings. The fact that velvets were associated with and mostly worn by the high-class members of the society and elites, gives it that rich luxury appeal when used in clothing.
Why Velvet for Pakistani Weddings
Velvet is not only a design in vogue, rather it is a classic fabric that has always been suitable for adding allure to virtually every occasion. This wedding season, be it a bride, groom or a relative, velvet is a go-to fabric as it’s classy and warm while making you look classy.
Rich Texture
Intricate Pakistani embroideries such as zardozi or threadwork elevate their appeal when gilt velvet is used and it always looks good for bridal wear or other festive occasions.
Versatility
The lehenga for the bride, the sherwani for the groom, or for that matter the dupatta or the clutch, velvet is equally useful for all. Its versatility makes it suitable for all functions, starting from the Mehendi to the reception.
Warmth with Style
Velvets offer warm comfort while still having the opulent look that is desired on a wintry wedding night. Velvet for the Pakistani Wedding Season The rich and stunning Pakistani wedding festivities can only be heightened by the rich plush of velvet.
Ways To Incorporate Velvet Into Your Wedding Season Wardrobe
There are several ways in which one could integrate velvet into the wedding season wardrobe:
Velvet Lehengas or Anarkalis
Examples of jewel shades that look good in lehengas made of velvet include maroon, emerald green, or a deeper blue which would look good on the bride as well as her bridesmaids. Go for heavy Zari, sequins, or beadwork to enrich the already rich fabric. A heavier velvet blouse can also be teamed with a simpler flowing lehenga skirt to get the best of both worlds.
Velvet Sarees & Blouses
Try a velvet saree blouse teamed with either a silk or a chiffon drape for an understated but powerful appearance. Drape velvet sarees with pallu also seem to be the temper of the day as they add to the elegance of the entire outfit without deviating from the traditional aspect of the dressing.
Velvet Dupattas
A velvet dupatta can be worn in a lehenga or even on a salwar-kameez to convert the entire appearance instantly. The brides can wear their wedding outfits with flamboyantly embroidered velvet dupattas to give a rich impression.
Velvet Sherwanis for Grooms
The groom can be dressed in a beautifully embroidered sherwani and men will wear velvet well. Plenty of ornate accessories like turbans and embroidery shoes go well with velvet giving a grand royal impression which is what bridegrooms want.
Mehandi & Mayoun Velvet Outfits
If you thought wearing velvet is restricted to just one main event of the wedding, you are mistaken. Infuse velvet dupattas or jackets for any mehandi functions or Mayoun pre-wedding functions. A velvet kurta worn over dhoti pants forms a stylish outfit and a practical one as well for you in these glamorous celebrations.
Wedding Accessories Made Of Velvet
If you prefer using velvet fabric lightly, float a few pieces of accessories to add a class to your outfit. Velvet juttis or chappals for the bride and groom, velvet clutches, or maybe some embroidered velvet shawls will work together with your ensemble and add a class without being overbearing.
Draped Softer Velvet Fabrics
Use velvet with chiffon or silk to give a layered look to the outfit and add variety and texture to the look. A velvet coat over a lehenga or palazzo pants adds a contemporary feel but maintains the impression of being royal.
Velvet Capes and Jackets
Adding a velvet cape or folded over a jacket covering a gown, worn by either the bridal party or guests is a modern interpretation but yet keeping to the beauty of the classic style of clothes. Such pieces can come in any degree of enrichment with embroidery and other decorations to increase their bulk, thus providing a dramatic alternative to the classic shawls or dupatta.
Velvet Co-ord Sets
For anyone who likes fusion wear, a great set of coordinating tops and bottoms in velvet fabric is a great range. These coordinating sets take a step forward with their modern shapes to create a statement look that makes it possible to combine adorable velvet texture with a contemporary feel making it perfect for weddings and other celebrations.