Apart from being a ceremony, a wedding is a celebration of love, the coming together of two families, and the convergence of culture and style. One of the most anticipated aspects of Indian weddings is the attire of the bride and groom, the family and the guests. While sarees or lehengas hold a special place, the blouse plays a pivotal role in enhancing your look. Several trends have been set in wedding blouse neck and back designs that have captured the imagination of every woman across the country. We have curated a list of 7 wedding blouses’ back and neck designs along with some styling tips to make your ensemble truly unforgettable.
Deepika Padukone’s Sensational Backless Blouse
Let’s take inspiration from Deepika Padukone who is the epitome of grace and poise. She made waves with her sultry blouse paired with a saree for the promotion of her latest movie. Her backless blouse has a knot on top near the neck and the lower back. To replicate this look, opt for a halter neck blouse and make it backless with dainty details like a knot or a bow. To achieve a more glamorous look, opt for an embroidered variant with detailed eye-catching patches. Go for sequins for some shine and glitter. Pair this blouse with a high sleek bun and chic earrings to complete the regal look. Contrasting coloured stones and diamond studs would go well too. Complement the hairdo with minimal makeup and bold eyes. This outfit would be perfect for cocktail parties and receptions.
Priyanka Chopra’s Low-Neck Blouse
Priyanka Chopra’s ethnic looks are nothing short of a fairytale. One of her ethnic looks featured a monochromatic white, cream lehenga with a matching low-neck full-sleeves blouse. To emulate this look, choose a blouse with a V-neck or a sweetheart neckline. Anything from intricate embroidery and sequins to textured fabric and net would look good with such a design. The back could be a deep V-neck too, as worn by Priyanka Chopra herself, or could be covered all the way to the neck with heavy hangings and embellishments for a statement look. If you’re going for a similar monochromatic look, go for a matching lehenga and dupatta and accessorise with gold or silver depending on the accents of the fit. Otherwise, go for a contrasting saree or skirt and add minimal jewellery to let the neckline stand out.
Alia Bhatt’s Contemporary Off-shoulder Blouse
If you want to go for a more contemporary style of blouse, opt for off-shoulder, one-shoulder or tube silhouettes. Alia Bhatt wore an off-shoulder blouse, heavily embellished with silver floral embellishments and tied in multiple layers at the back. To get this look, pick a blouse with a high neckline adorned with intricate thread work or sequins. Instead of the tiny sleeves, you can opt for full sleeves or short sleeves for added glam. This blouse can go with sarees, lehengas and gowns (as a bodice). Pair it with a traditional silk saree for an ethnic touch or an embellished organza saree for a modern touch. Throw on a pair of high heels either strappy or ethnic. Let your hair down in loose beach waves to give the off-shoulder design a backdrop for focus. This outfit would look great when worn for evening events and reception parties.
Sonam Kapoor’s Simple Top-like Blouse
Sonam Kapoor Ahuja always startles us with her unique silhouettes and designs. Here, she has chosen a top kind of blouse with a V-neck and loose sleeves and a delicate button detail at the front. She has paired it with a traditional silk saree in a Bengali drape. You can also wear your saree or lehenga with a crop top that is similar to this style. Add embellishments or lace for a touch of glamour. Pull the limelight to the front of the blouse by choosing statement earrings and minimal necklaces. This look would be perfect for haldi or mehendi ceremonies in yellow and green respectively.
Anushka Sharma’s Classic Sleeveless Blouse
If you are a basic kind of gal, then go for Anushka Sharma’s classic shimmery sleeveless blouse. This design will go with anything and everything and be reused to wear with several other outfits of yours. To get this look, choose any blouse in a versatile colour like gold or silver, adorned with intricate embroidery and detailing. Opt for a blouse with ties or tassels for added charm. Sweep your hair into a romantic updo to add to the dreamy ambiance. Accessorise heavily with matching colour stone jewellery sets to complete the look. Wear this on the wedding day or to cocktail parties.
Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Statement Back Blouse
Kareena Kapoor Khan is known for her impeccable style and her blouse designs are no exception. She wore a red ensemble with an absolute statement bow-like dupatta. Her blouse was simple at the front, with no sleeves and lots of shimmer. But the back had a unique cut to it – a ribbon with hangings at the top, a window in between, and a plain closure below. You can go ahead with this or play with contrasting colours of fabric to make it stand out. Tie your hair up in a bun or a ponytail and keep the accessories limited to statement complementary earrings. Keep the rest of your ensemble minimal to let the bow-back steal the spotlight. You can wear such a look to cocktail parties and sangeet nights.
Katrina Kaif’s ‘Sheer’ Elegance
Katrina Kaif’s wedding blouse was blush pink featuring sheer sleeves with delicate pastel-coloured floral embroidery. She wore it with a matching saree and a long flowy veil to bring out the delicate elegance even more. To achieve this elegant look, select a blouse with sheer sleeves, full sleeves are even better and detailed floral embroidery. Sheer fabric adds a touch of romance, and floral motifs bring out a natural charm. Make sure you complete the look by opting for a delicate floral hair accessory, either a bun crescent or some real flowers to complement the blouse design. Go for this look if you are a bride-to-be and have your dream princess moment.
Whether you opt for Deepika’s backless blouse or Priyanka’s low-neck blouse, these designs can help you make a memorable fashion statement on your or someone else’s special day. Remember, the key to nailing your wedding ensemble is not just the design but also the way you carry it with confidence and style. So, go ahead, and create your own fashion fairytale.