Nowadays, trends come and go like fog before strong winds in the mountains. It must be recognized that men’s wedding suits have legendary status. Even as silhouettes come and go and fabrics get a little luxurious with each passing season, the quintessential traditional men’s wedding wear hangs supreme at shaadi, reception or directly inside the society’s “Kar lo log kya kahenge” look-book.
Whether it’s your wedding wardrobe or the next outfit to draw inspiration from, here’s your timeless style guide for men’s ethnic clothing—style that is here to stay until eternity, perhaps synthetic but surely long after wedding hashtags have become obsolete.
- The Bandhgala: for when royalty refuses to retire
Some consider the bandhgala to be the symbol of male royalty without all the kilos of grandiose ethical responsibility. The bandhgala is structured to convey authority and be graceful with effortless aristocratic elegance. The suit is the perfect epitome of old money minus the money part.
Bandhgala, which has traditionally been adorned by royals and congressmen, now comes in rich navy, wine, ivory, emerald and charcoal colors. Add a touch of embroidery, metal buttons or even a brooch if you want to liven things up tonight – even a worn bandhgala fascinates.
Perfect for: Engagements and cocktail nights at someone’s wedding where you need to look powerful but approachable at the same time. (Think CEO vibes, not boardroom vibes.)
- The Sherwani: the main character of Indian weddings
If weddings had a Hero Mode dress code, then the sherwani would be perfect. Long, majestic and uniquely festive, the sherwani rightly writes its page in the history of the groomsman’s boat.
Today’s sherwani explores various textures such as silk blends, jacquard, raw silk and brocade and allows for new embroidery possibilities combined with classic styles such as zari, thread work and handwork. Please note that the matching meridian, beech, gold and pastel shades mentioned above are still in fashion in such classic color patterns. It surely secures the first place compared to other trends in subtlety considering its status as a hot seller for its purity.
Style Tip: Grandeur should be balanced with minimal embellishments or fully embrace Bollywood style with turban, stole and mojris.
- Kurta Pajama Sets: Comfort That Will Never Fail You
Not all wedding functions guarantee full royal armour. Next came the kurta pajama set; The unsung hero of men’s fashion! As comfortable as it is versatile and capable of complementing haldi ceremonies as well as evening dance sessions, this sartorial classic has been time-tested.
The key thing about dhoti pants, embroidery, a straight-cut kurta or an Angrakha-style kurta-pyjama is that subtle change from good to sensational – just add a Nehru jacket and you’re way ahead of the game.
Pro Tip: Feel. Eat. Dance. No wardrobe malfunctions are allowed.
- Nehru Jackets: small layer, big impact
If there was one easy tip for dressing a groom it would be this: just opt for a nehru jacket. Throw it over your kurta, a nice shirt or even a short kurta and you’re good to go! You’ve already seasoned enough.
You can never go wrong with a classic Nehru jacket that falls somewhere on the color spectrum, has pretty stylish motifs, or is made from textured fabric. These are the preferred options for men who love sophistication without trying too hard.
Career move: Keep at least one jacket in a neutral color spectrum and another in a bold one. You’ll thank yourself once all those holiday invitations start arriving.
- VElvet stoles: drama, but keep it elegant
Velvet stoles were meant to be those rare wardrobe pieces that made a bold statement without saying a word, draped over sherwanis or bandhgalas, adding instant depth and richness to any outfit.
Since classic jewel tones like maroon, forest green, midnight blue, and black are rarely worn forever, their minimal embroidery and simple embellished edges infuse true luxury without looking ostentatious.
Velvet stoles are the icing on the cake: a party fragrance, so to speak, for clothing.
- Classic fabrics and colors: because trends are tiring
The beauty of a man’s traditional wedding dress lies in the fabric and colors that remain embellished over time. Silks, velvets, brocades and similar handwoven textiles have always been out of use along with colorful legacies, while delicate garments of ivory, gold, black, navy, maroon and muted pales never fail to appear.
These fabrics, like the photographs in wedding albums, never go out of style.
Read more – The Sherwani that celebrates the story of each groom
Final word: style that survives the wedding album
Men’s wedding fashion does not require constant change. Sometimes, all it takes is a well-tailored bandhgala, a luxurious sherwani or a perfectly draped velvet stole to create a lasting impression.
Because while there are trends with an expiration date, good old classic clothing never expires and remains. The memories of both the delicious main course and the popular wedding songs remain forever.
So go modern, go classic, but remember, when in doubt, velvet always wins!
