8 Common Fashion Mistakes to Avoid In Pakistani Weddings

8 Common Fashion Mistakes to Avoid In Pakistani Weddings

Pakistani Weddings are everything but mediocre. Loud music, colorful attires and detailed embellishments are symbolic of a big fat Pakistani Wedding. While a typical wedding lasts for more than two weeks, its preparations last much longer.

From the perfect Pakistani wedding outfit to matching accessories, everything requires time and energy. It is good to be aware of a few things beforehand so you don't end up making any fashion mistakes at the last minute.

Whether you are a guest from the groom’s or the bride’s side, it is best to be up to date with all the trends and practices so you steer clear of any blunders.


1. NOT Following the dress code

In a Pakistani wedding, there are a bunch of events that follow through. Every event has its own dress code and in order to blend in with the crowd, it is good to follow the dress code. Taking Mehendi function into account, the hues of yellow and orange are seen everywhere. The sleeves are purposefully left short to display the beautiful henna designs.

It is also customary that in the Nikah/ Baraat function, the red color belongs to the bride and bride alone. Avoiding red and maroon is to avoid outshining the bride as it is her big day.

2. Going for dull/bland colors

Pakistani weddings are known for their rich colors and ornamented dresses . The use of dark red, maroon and all shades of pink and yellow is the epitome of a Pakistani Wedding. The colors black and white are mostly avoided due to their association with grief and mourning.

Refrain from wearing extremely dull and bland colors like cream and beige and dull shades of green. Colors that are especially dull in saturation and brightness should be saved for more formal gatherings only.


3. Opting for completely plain dresses

Even as a guest in the wedding, you shouldn’t go completely plain and eschew from embellishments and decorations. Light adornment on the neckline, sleeves and borders with an embroidered dupatta make the perfect guest wedding outfit.

Completely plain dresses don’t go with the aesthetics of a Pakistani Wedding. Being a guest means dressing up according to the vibes of the occasion, and plain dresses just don’t fit the frame of a Pakistani wedding.

4. Prioritizing style over comfort

One common fashion mistake is to prioritize style over comfort. Whatever you are wearing should complement you but should also keep you comfortable. There is no such thing as being uncomfortable and confident at the same time. Confidence roots from being comfortable in who you are and what you are wearing.

Choosing the right fabric according to the season is the key element to being comfortable. Choose light weight fabrics like chiffon and silk for hotter days and velvet and jacquard for colder ones. It is essential to know which textures go with what.


5. NOT Embracing your culture

Modesty is the prime feature of our culture and is practiced all around Pakistan at all occasions. It is customary for both men and women to cover their legs and shoulders and any kind of exposure is destined to raise eyebrows.

Ill-fitted or body hugging clothes or attires should be avoided as loose fitting is worn all over Pakistan. As a Guest attending a Pakistani Wedding, you should confine to certain norms and values.

6. Too light or too heavy accessories

Jewelry is the heart of every outfit and you should go all the way in a Pakistani wedding. Jhumka, Tikka, Matha Patti are fairly common and seen everywhere. But choosing the right colors and the right size according to your outfit and face shape is the key to accessorizing

You can also elevate your look with an ornamental clutch or Potli bag that matches with your outfit .It may not seem like much but it structures your entire outfit.


7. Hair and makeup that just don’t go with your outfit

The right hairstyle can make or break your attire. Knowing what hairstyle suits your face cut is the key to perfecting your look for a Pakistani wedding. When it comes to makeup, bold eyes and lips are the epitome of Asian Makeup and are used almost everywhere.

Wearing makeup that suits your features and compliments your face is the key to elevating any look. When you go for makeup that overshadows rather than accentuate your features, it is hard to feel confident. Makeup is supposed to make your existing features pop, not the other way around.


8. Ignoring the wedding etiquette

Align yourself with the etiquettes of the wedding. Note that you want to pop but not give the idea of being misaligned with the wedding ceremony. Choose outfits that meet the wedding venue and time, pastels look exquisite in day time functions while colors like maroon and darker shades look better at night-time functions. 

Every function has its own etiquette and it’s best to stick with that. Get ready to enter the wedding season with a boom and take charge of how you want to look your best.  

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