Interestingly, most succinct brides want to reuse their mother’s wedding outfits making minor alterations. Thus vintage has made a pronounced entry in the trousseau rule book without losing the fulcrum which remains individuality. It is time to begin a new chapter on heirlooms and how beautifully they communicate emotions as she embarks on a new journey.

From maximalism to being a minimalist, what has become the norm in bridal dressing is functionality, giving rise to pockets in lehengas. All she needs is her cellphone and she can dance the night away, hands-free without being bogged down by “clutching on” to a bag!

Restraint and refined are the two buzzwords for a woman, who values her freedom and wants to tie the knot with a partner, who is more of a fellow traveller. Hints of gold, swaths of sequins and a bit of drama with femininity are cool now. The catchphrase is ‘be a woman’ as girly loses steam paving the way for sheer layering, a boho gypsy vibe, shimmering necklines and a heady blend of artsy prints. There is finally a robust bridge between tradition and modernity making pragmatism the mainstay even though it isn’t the end of the road for romantic sleeves and botanical prints, voluminous skirts as well as puffy one-shoulders. The message is clear—texture and movement.

Capes, T-shirt blouses, button-downs, kurtas, tunics and even crop tops as well as nifty bomber jackets have created space for unpredictability making the new-age bride an experimental one. Trumpet sleeves, asymmetry, appliqué, and cowl necks are being preferred over sparkle, as complements have taken over the landscape. The play is between fabrics and techniques that give a feeling of empowerment as she aspires to be her authentic self with trends becoming more global.