7 stylish mehendi outfit ideas inspired by celebs like Alia Bhatt, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna for brides to take style inspo from

Do you have a mehendi ceremony coming up and don’t have an outfit decided yet? Worry not as here are 7 mehendi outfits ideas inspired by Alia Bhatt, Kriti Sanon and more celebs to look your best.

Updated on Jul 03, 2024  |  04:08 PM IST |  205.5K
Mehendi outfit ideas inspired by celebs
Mehendi outfit ideas inspired by celebs ( PC: Celeb insta)

Before a wedding, pre-wedding rituals like haldi and mehendi ceremonies hold special significance. For the mehendi function, in particular, the excitement is unparalleled. Whether you are the bride or bridesmaid, choosing the perfect outfit that balances tradition with trend can be challenging. Drawing inspiration from Bollywood celebrities, here are some stunning mehendi outfit ideas to ensure you shine bright on this special occasion.

7 Mehendi outfit ideas  for bride and bridesmaid inspired by celebs

 

Lungi skirt and bustier

Rakul Preet in lungi skirt outfit

Brides can opt for lungi skirts and bustiers like Rakul Preet has for their mehendi ceremony. The color orange is traditionally associated with festivities and joy in Indian culture, making it perfect for the mehendi celebration. 

You can opt for a lungi skirt or lehenga and pair it with a matching blouse or bustier. You can also pair sharara pants with a bustier, which can allow for ease of movement, making it easier for you to dance. You can complement your outfit with statement earrings, jhumkas, along with bangles and bracelets.making it a perfect mehendi outfit for brides.

Minimal kurta set

Alia Bhatt in minimal kurta set

If you are a bridesmaid, a minimal kurta set like Alia Bhatt’s is a great mehendi outfit idea. You can pick a kurta set in a solid color or subtle embellishments like delicate embroidery or mirror work. 

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You can go for pastel shades like powder blue, mint green, soft pink, or ivory for a minimalistic look. Pair the kurta with straight-fit pants or palazzo trousers in complementary or contrasting colors. Also, casually drape a dupatta over one shoulder or skip it. Keep your accessories minimal and elegant or any hair accessory if desired.

Multicolored lehenga set

Katrina Kaif in multicolored lehenga

A multi-colored lehenga set like Katrina Kaif's can be a great mehendi outfit for brides. You can choose a lehenga adorned with colorful panels, intricate embroidery, or playful prints. Multi-colored lehengas often feature a mix of bright hues like pink, orange, green and yellow, creating a dynamic and celebratory vibe. 

You can pair your lehenga with a blouse that complements a skirt or in a solid color that matches one of the hues of the lehenga. Multi-colored lehengas give a lot of room for jewelry choices. You can wear statement earrings, stackable bangles or maang tikka.

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Anarkali set to twirl and swirl

Rashmika Mandanna in green anarkali

Anarkali set like Rashmika Mandanna is a graceful choice for a mehendi function. You can choose an Anarkali in a color that matches the festive ambience. You can opt for embellishments like zari work, sequins or thread embroidery which make the outfit look elegant. 

You can pair your Anarkali with churidar or leggings in matching or contrasting bottoms. Enhance your Anarkali set with embellished juttis, mojaris or sandals without compromising on your comfort. This look is perfect for both brides and bridesmaids.

A saree for mehendi ceremony

Tamannaah Bhatia in green saree

If you want a beautiful and traditional mehendi outfit idea, a saree like Tamannaah Bhatia’s can be the one. You can opt for a saree in a lightweight fabric like georgette, chiffon, or silk which allows easy movement. 

Opt for vibrant colors such as yellow, orange, pink and green, or choose a saree adorned with floral prints, embroidery or subtle embellishments that reflect festive spirit. Select a blouse that complements that saree's color and design. You can wear traditional chandbalis, jhumkas or stacked bangles to accessorize the look.

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Monochrome lehenga set

Kriti Sanon in monochrome lehenga

A monochrome lehenga set can be an easy and suitable choice for a mehendi function. You can choose a lehenga skirt or blouse in a similar solid color. Popular shades you can pick from  are red, pink, royal blue, green, or colors like lavender or mint green. 

You can choose a blouse like Kriti Sanon with embroidery, sequins or threadwork. You can opt for or skip the dupatta. For hair and make-up, you can choose a sleek bun with flowers and for footwear, you can pick sandals or heels.

Churidar suit set

sara ali khan in churidar

If you are looking for a mehendi outfit that is easy to wear, opt for a tailored kurta in vibrant color or with intricate embroidery like Sara Ali Khan’s. Churidar bottoms are known for their fitted style that ruches at the ankles, and gives a sleek and traditional look. 

Select the churidar in a matching color or contrasting shade to complement the kurta. You can drape the kurta elegantly over one shoulder or let it flow freely. Enhance your look with jhumkas, chandbalis, or nose rings to give a more traditional touch.

So, if you are the bride-to-be, pin these mehendi  outfit ideas on your mehendi moodboard, which sums up tradition and modernity in one look and will make you look amazing.

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FAQs

What should I wear for my mehendi?
Lehenga for your mehndi ceremony can be the green, yellow or orange as these colors are happy colors. To make it festive you should go for pretty embroidery or mirror work on the lehenga. Go with a chic blouse which should also be of the same colour and wear a light shade dupatta hence being comfy. For an opulent touch, one can include big earrings, bangles, and a maang tikka. As for most makeup, put on simple makeup with glowing skin, shiny lips, bindi and fresh flowers in your hair, to complete the beautiful traditional look.

What to wear to a Mehndi as a guest?
As a guest at a mehendi ceremony, one should wear comfortable Clothes that are ideal for festive occasions. A bright and lively traditional outfit like a salwar kameez, anarkali, or a lehenga in hues of yellow, green, or pink is apt. It is also advisable to avoid heavy embroidery or mirroring, keeping the ensembles as light and joyful as the celebrations themselves. Accessorize with bold earrings, silver bangles and a clutch bag of similar color as the shoes. Choose comfortable shoe wear like juttis or sandals. Maintain a dewy complexion and apply a sheer lip tint, along with a bindi. So do not forget to stylise yourself with some flowers or a small mehendi design on your hand as a symbol of the occasion.

Which colours are best to wear on Mehndi?
As for a mehendi ceremony, bright and cheerful colors are preferred as the concept implies joy and fun. Green has always been preferred, as it represents fresh starts in life and blends in well with mehendi. Yellow therefore is lively, favourable or rather lucky, and is ideal for use during the day. Orange is another good recommendation that adds vibrancy and liveliness to the celebrations. Nice and gentle pink is like an elegance and charming color, that is why many people like it. Turquoise or teal gives a refreshing contemporary feel of the colors which can really stand out. These colours not only add to the festivity of the occasion but also look fabulous in the flash, ideal for memorable mehendi.

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