If you’re a dusky bride-to-be looking for that perfect coloured outfit to wear for your engagement, then you’ve come to the right place! Although, there aren’t any set rules for which colours you can and cannot wear, so here are 15 engagement outfits for the dusky bride to make sure you look nothing but ah-mazing! Shop on, ladies!
1. Purple Pleasure
The colour purple looks so vibrant on the dusky skin. The embroidered blouse with sheer detail will surely make heads turn at your ring ceremony. Pair it with diamond earrings and lots of arm accessories.
Price: Rs 18,200. Buy it here.
2. Sweet Wine
Time to take the sexy route with this one-shoulder gown in a beautiful pinkish wine red. The embroidery on the shoulder makes a bold statement balancing the overall, muted tones of the outfit. Style your hair in a bun and wear big, bold earrings to look even hotter!
Price: Rs 9,500. Buy it here.
3. Citrus Oranges!
If you like it a little simple, this bright orange anarkali will balance your look really well. The bright colour makes up for the simple silhouette, ensuring you look stunning no matter what! Pair it with pretty chaandbaalis and a beautiful ring to complete the look!
Price: Rs 5,600. Buy it here.
4. Dreamy In Navy
Navy looks extremely radiant on dusky skin tones, and this bell sleeved gown looks right out of a fairytale! We love the embroidery that’s strewn over the garment ever so delicately! Wear a pretty braid and add an evening clutch to complete your look!
Price: Rs 15,950. Buy it here.
5. Earthy Hues
Earthy tones really look beautiful on the dusky skin, and if you want to try something that’s an absolute stunner, go for this one. With all those effortless drapes and the shiny satin fabric, this dress will surely make your fiance ogle at you all evening!
Price: Rs 20,699. Buy it here.
6. Gota-Patti Magic
A dark red is a classic colour that suits all skin tones, and in fact looks much better on dusky skin. This simple, fuss-free red outfit with the most beautiful gota-patti detailing on the bodice will make you look like a princess!
Price: Rs 15,000. Buy it here.
7. Green Glam
A cut-out with cape style sleeves that has the right amount embroidery and the right amount of skin show. You really can’t go wrong with this outfit. Pair it with a cocktail ring, some beautiful bracelets and be prepared to look absolutely amazing!
Price: Rs 21,000. Buy it here.
8. Burgundy Babe!
The right mix of a saree and an evening gown, this burgundy pre-draped saree gown is perfect for the modern bride to be who wants to maintain the balance between tradition and trends. Add lots of golden jewellery and do a pink smokey eye to look absolutely gorgeous!
Price: Rs 13,552. Buy it here.
9. Off-White Serenity
If you like keeping things understated yet want to stand out, this outfit is the one to purchase. Break away from the traditional diktats of not wearing white, and opt for this off-white and golden lehenga that’s every bit beautiful. Add a layered kundan necklace and style your hair in soft curls.
Price: Rs 5,699. Buy it here.
10. Electric Blue
If you’re the girl who wants to look your traditional best, this bright blue silk saree will shine through your complexion. Electric blue suits darker skin tones like a dream. Add some gajra to your hair and rock the traditional look!
Price: Rs 8,999. Buy it here.
11. Blush Pink
This bright, blush pink will make sure you’re the eye candy of the evening! Despite being simple, the intricately embroidered dupatta adds charm to the outfit. Style this outfit with pearl jewellery, minimal makeup and a minaudiere.
Price: Rs 17,940. Buy it here.
12. Rust Browns
This one’s a darker shade that you probably thought won’t suit you, but it will actually make your skin glow! The pleats will make you twirl ready and that golden embroidery looks like a beautiful waist cinching belt that you can’t miss out on! Go for golden eyes and opt for a reddish lipstick to complete the look.
Price: Rs 17,940. Buy it here.
13. The Perfect Pistachio
This pistachio green outfit has the most interesting drape, ever! One side looks like a dhoti and the other side like a dress. It also features a small cut-out in the shoulder area. The outfit might be simple, but pair it with a cocktail ring, danglers and an embellished belt to make it dressy!
Price: Rs 19,985. Buy it here.
14. The Perfect Shade Of Pink!
This brocade blouse with a raw silk lehenga in the most beautiful pink will make you shine all through the evening. This colour is tailor made for all dusky brides-to-be out there, making sure you look stunning!
Price: Rs 5,499. Buy it here.
15. Drape It Like It’s Hot
The sheer cape paired with the most delicately draped gown will make your complexion glow! Grab a pair of high heels, keep your hair in a braided bun and finish the look with tasseled earrings!
Price: Rs 12,500. Buy it here.
Happy shopping, ladies!