Everything you need to include in your bridal trousseau

Bridal trousseaus are an age-old tradition, a tradition that even the most modern brides abide by. In the simplest terms, a collection of items such as clothing, jewellery and makeup, that a bride puts together for her new home is a trousseau.

We got in touch with Meha Bhargava, the founder of Styl Inc to help with a list of everything that should be a part of your wedding trousseau.

Meha emphasises on the importance of assembling an efficient trousseau. She believes that a hassle free trousseau is the unsung hero of a hassle free transition for a bride into her new role.

Rule of thumb is to identify your budgets for each outfit, your lifestyle i.e. occasions and events in your new life, and of course understanding silhouettes that flatter your body type, along with a wide range of colors that suit you best as per your personal coloration. Once you have these in place, it is a must streamlined process of assembling your trousseau.

Here’s a compilation of all the must-haves in a bridal trousseau-


Traditional:

• Silk Sari: No matter what era your trousseau is being set at, a silk sari is an essential we can’t place enough emphasis on. You can have a range from Benarasis to Kanjeevarams depending on the weather conditions of your new home/city.
• Pashmina: A shawl is an investment. Much like a Birkin, it’ll not only always be luxurious but also something that you’ll be able to carry for decades.
• Chikankari: Chikankari is the most elegant answer to all your what-to-wear questions. It’s available in countless silhouettes and there’s a chikankari suit for every occasion.
• Silhouettes : A wide range of silhouettes from the ever flattering anarkali, to shararas, ghararas, long kurta with palazzos the options are endless, however knowing your body shape and what suits you best is where the challenge would lie.
• Jewllery: Unlike your wedding week,it’s best to have some imitation jewellery at hand besides the heirlooms that can be best paired with your Indian wear. Some interesting pieces of earrings, fun neckpieces etc can do the trick.
• Shoes: Juttis being the most fashionable and comfortable accessory for your Indian wear, you can also work with gold/silver/copper platforms if you belong to the 5.3′ and under club.
• Clutch/Potli: You are either a clutch person or a potli person. No matter who, always invest in at least one of them. They are the perfect finishing touch to all your Indian wear.

Western/Casual:

• Smart Casuals: Including smart casuals in your wardrobe are a smart choice to make. Post your wedding, there will be a string of dinners that you obviously will want to look your best on.
• Cluster: it’s not easy to transport your entire closet in one day. Hence, it’s better to create a cluster of clothes for yourself that are interchangeable and versatile.

Selfcare and grooming:


Start building your skin care kit from the scratch, first comes your CTM, then add extras like oils and masks.

You’ll be needing makeup for all the last minute dinner plans. Hence, always keep your holy grail makeup products as a priority for your trousseau.