The Ultimate Day Wedding Guide To Bookmark This Shaadi Season

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Day weddings have recently become the go-to choice for exchanging garlands, and honestly, I'm all for this shift! I remember watching the movie Aisha and admiring all the weddings that took place during the day, especially in one that featured the Gal Mitthi Mitthi Bol song.

Needless to say, it is then that the trend for day weddings began and was pretty much set in stone when one of the first glam weddings — Anushka and Virat's took place. Timeshift and a transition from night to day wasn't the only trend that the wedding brought, Anushka's pastel pink lehenga, utterly opposite from the traditional red, became so huge, now everybody is wearing everything but reds. 

If you're someone who has to attend a day wedding this season, here is the ultimate day wedding guide to help you make the checklist of all the inspiration and recommendations you need all in one place. 

Overview

 
  1. 1Makeup
  2. 2Hair
  3. 3Fashion
  4. 4Accessories

Makeup

Getting the makeup right when attending a wedding is top priority. Sure, there are plenty of talented MUAs out there who can make your vision come to life, but having a clear idea of what suits you best is priceless. We honestly have our hearts set on Kay for Day for wedding makeup needs, so get prepped to be bombarded by all the suggestions from Kay Beauty (sorry, not sorry)!

Primer: First things first, apply your primer so that your makeup remains fresh all day long. We love Kay Beauty Illuminating Strobe Priming Drops as it's a multi-tasker. It'll make up a smooth base while giving a natural glow. 

Foundation: To even out skin tone and conceal blemishes perfectly, we recommend Kay Beauty Hydrating Foundation. Trust us, you won't be getting a cakey feel after applying this one. 

Blush: Day wedding and pink go hand in hand, and what better way to get a rosy glow than with a blush from Kay Beauty Velvet Creme Multi-Use Blush? There are four velvety, highly pigmented shades available to suit all Indian skin tones.

Highlighter: Again, the best part about a day wedding is that it would be sunlit, and having the sunlight blend with your highlighter will look bomb. This Kay Beauty Illuminating Liquid Luminizer will have you sorted with its pearlescent finish. There are three shades available — champagne, sparkling, and rose.

Eyeshadow: Like blush blindness, even eyeshadow blindness is real. To save you from that mess-up, we suggest you get Kay Beauty Multi Texture Eyeshadow Palette - Sunkissed. From metallics to textured glitters, everything is available in this palette to keep you starry amidst sunlight.  

Lipstick: No makeup look is complete without lipstick. The choice of pigment on your lips can make or break the feel of how you look. Having Kay Beauty Signature Creme Lipstick or Kay Beauty Matte Liquid Lipstick in your makeup arsenal will absolutely help. Even a single stroke will do wonders!

Pro tip: Don't forget to keep your base in place with these best setting powders!

Kay Beauty Illuminating Strobe Priming Drops - Rosey Twirl

Kay Beauty Illuminating Strobe Priming Drops - Rosey Twirl

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Kay Beauty Hydrating Foundation

Kay Beauty Hydrating Foundation

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Kay Beauty Velvet Creme Multi-Use Blush

Kay Beauty Velvet Creme Multi-Use Blush

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Kay Beauty Illuminating Liquid Luminizer Enriched With Carrot Oil Rose

Kay Beauty Illuminating Liquid Luminizer Enriched With Carrot Oil Rose

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Kay Beauty Multi Texture Eyeshadow Palette - Sunkissed

Kay Beauty Multi Texture Eyeshadow Palette - Sunkissed

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Kay Beauty Signature Creme Lipstick Panache

Kay Beauty Signature Creme Lipstick Panache

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Kay Beauty Matte Liquid Lipstick

Kay Beauty Matte Liquid Lipstick

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Hair

When you have to attend a close one's wedding, there’s no room for compromise, especially when it comes to your hair! While having your hair styled is great, letting hair flow freely is just as good, and we have Alia Bhatt to thank for the trend. So, here’s a lineup of main-character hairstyles perfect for day weddings:

Loose Braid: If you’ve got long locks, a loose braid is a stunning choice. We absolutely loved how Aditi Rao Hydari styled hers, adding extra charm with those gajras hanging from the braid.

Half Up, Half Down: Athiya's hairstyle during her Haldi was absolutely inspirational. She got her hair braided and tucked at the back and kept the other hair loose, even better, turned them into cute mermaid waves. 

Simple All The Way: See how Kat didn't do anything extra to her hair but rather just left them straight and sleek, very demure, very mindful. If you want to take a minimal approach, there you go!

Pro tip: Types of hair accessories to have on your vanity

Fashion

The level of importance you give to your makeup and hair, we suggest you multiply that by a 100 when it comes to choosing a wedding outfit. Getting your wedding fit right is literally everyone's dream. It is the most fun and tedious task which every woman looks forward to. 

Lehengas: For a day wedding, the first few hues that come to mind are pastel pinks and whites, but recently we've started seeing more reds and royal blues too, since everyone wants to make a statement in their own unique way. Getting to the cuts, lehengas are meant for dreamy twirls, so the more flared the better! This lehenga from Masaba is something I can't recommend enough, especially to bridesmaids. The golden embroidery over a light beige base will shine bright during the day, while the heavy, multi-coloured lehenga border gives a vibrant touch. 

Saree: Saree, the 6 (or even more) yards of sheer beauty, can be draped in any way you are comfortable with. Of course, the conventional nivi drape is timeless, but you can also try out lehenga-style drape, double pallu drape, or even something traditional like Rajasthani!

Suits: The kind of suits you can pick for day weddings without giving a second thought are anarkalis and gharara sets. I absolutely love this one from Gahan. It has a beautiful floral embroidered work, 10/10 recommended for day weddings and the georgette material will keep you cool!

Masaba Cream Bombay Barfi Lehenga with Blouse and Dupatta (Set of 3)

Masaba Cream Bombay Barfi Lehenga with Blouse and Dupatta (Set of 3)

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Pritika Vora Pastel Pink Pre Draped Saree with Blouse with Stitched

Pritika Vora Pastel Pink Pre Draped Saree with Blouse with Stitched

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Gahan Georgette Heavy Floral Embroidered Semi-Stitched Off White Sharara with Dupatta (Set Of 3)

Gahan Georgette Heavy Floral Embroidered Semi-Stitched Off White Sharara with Dupatta (Set Of 3)

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Accessories

Once your outfit is sorted, elevating it graciously is just as important. The golden rule is balance; keep accessories light with heavy outfits and go bold when your outfit’s minimal. Here’s what to keep in mind:

Jewellery: Since broader necklines are super-in, investing in heavy, statement-making jewellery like multi-layered necklaces and maang tikka, and pairing it with smaller earrings is the best bet. For closer necklines, an embellished choker or long necklaces would do the trick.

Footwear: Comfort is king when it comes to wedding footwear (seriously, no compromise here). That’s why wedding sneakers have become a fun trend, although I'd rather steer clear of it. If you’d prefer something classic, go for trusted juttis or heels, like these embroidered wedges from Glam Story are easy on the feet and a breeze to slip on and off.

Bags: Goes without saying that potlis, are still going huge for weddings. Even clutches, like this one from the 'The Tan Clan' can work amazingly. 

Karatcart Gold-Plated Green Beads Studded Handcrafted Kundan Bridal Jewellery Set (Set of 4)

Karatcart Gold-Plated Green Beads Studded Handcrafted Kundan Bridal Jewellery Set (Set of 4)

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GLAM STORY Gold Embroidered Ethnic Heeled Wedges (UK 8)

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The Tan Clan Pink Embellished Clutch Bag with Detachable Handle

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