Shop 15+ Designer Salwar Suits for Wedding Party

Wedding season is here, and with it a long list of events, each needing a different outfit. A salwar suit is usually the easiest way to look put together without the weight or drape work a sari requires. If you’re looking for designer salwar suits for a wedding party, this guide covers the styles to consider and which one fits each event on the calendar.

Indian ethnic wear store Saaisneh, based in Auckland, offers a range of salwar suits, from everyday cotton to embroidered formal sets, in styles such as Anarkali, sharara, straight-cut, palazzo, and cotton angrakha. Below, we break these down into 15+ style ideas you can shop for for different wedding functions.

Why a Salwar Suit Works So Well for Wedding Season

A salwar suit gives you three pieces (kameez, bottom, and dupatta) which move easily and don’t need constant adjusting through a long function. It takes less time to get into than a saree, and that is crucial when you have back-to-back events like mehndi, sangeet, and reception in the same week. It also comes in enough styles and fabrics so you can dress it up for the main ceremony or down for a daytime lunch.

15+ Salwar Suit Styles to Shop for a Wedding Party

Anarkali Suits

1. Wedding reception embroidered Anarkali suit. The embroidered bodice and flared silhouette are great for the main event, where you want a more full and formal look.

2. Mehendi Function Cotton Anarkali Suit. A lighter cotton Anarkali will keep you cosy through a long, often outdoor event.

3. Anarkali was heavily embroidered for the wedding ceremony itself. Saaisneh’s formal Anarkali range is more embroidery-heavy for the main day.

4. Cotton Anarkali for a casual family gathering before a wedding. The pre-wedding parties need something casual but still festive.

Sharara Suits

5. Sharara set embroidered for Sangeet night. And if it comes with dancing, the flared pants and fitted kameez give you room to dance.

6. Sharara suit with lighter embroidery for daytime events. For lunch or afternoon functions, a more subdued version is acceptable.

7. Sharara suit reception. If you want a fuller look but don’t want to wear a full lehenga, try a sharara set with heavy embroidery to use in place of the gown.

Straight-Cut Suits

8. A straight-cut embroidered suit for a ceremony. The silhouette is body-hugging and designed for guests who prefer a slightly more fitted than flared look.

9. A straight-cut cotton suit for an informal pre-wedding lunch. Cotton makes it breathable for daytime gatherings.

10. Anarkali hybrid cut for reception wear. The traditional shape is given a modern touch with a straight-cut kameez with a flare at the hem in the Anarkali style.

Palazzo Suits

11. Palazzo suit for a cocktail evening. Pair the wide-leg pants with a shorter kameez for a more modern look.

12. Palazzo suit with a long kameez for Sangeet. The combo gives comfort, but with a dressier finish.

13. Palazzo embroidered suit for evening functions. Add embroidery work on the kameez to add elegance to a palazzo set for a reception or a formal dinner.

Angrakha and Everyday Styles

14. Cotton angrakha suit for the Haldi function. The wrap-style kameez keeps it breathable for daytime, colour-heavy events.

15. Cotton angrakha suit for travelling to an outstation wedding. Cotton suits pack well and don’t wrinkle as badly as heavier fabrics, which is great if you're travelling between wedding cities.

16. Cotton day dress for brunch the next day. A simple cotton suit will do for the closing events of a wedding week, and a few days into heavier outfits.

How to Pick the Right Salwar Suit for Each Wedding Event

Here is a quick way to pair the suit with the occasion.

• Mehndi and haldi: Opt for cotton Anarkali or angrakha styles in lighter shades. Comfort is key here, as these events tend to be long and outside.

• Sangeet: Opt for an embroidered sharara or palazzo suit. You'll want to move around easily to dance.

• Wedding ceremony: For the main event, wear a formal, embroidered Anarkali or straight-cut suit.

• Reception: Sharara sets or embroidered palazzo suits have a more dressed-up feel with less bulk than a full lehenga.

• Daylight or travel days: Choose cotton straight-cut or angrakha suits for comfort and easy packing.

Fabric and Price Range to Expect

Saaisneh’s salwar suit collection starts at around NZD $65 for cotton day suits and goes up to NZD $285 and above for embroidered formal sets. Free shipping on orders over $150 NZD. The store also has an alteration service, which is worth taking advantage of if you need the kameez length or bottom fit adjusted before a wedding date.

Styling Tips for Wedding-Ready Salwar Suits

• The neckline is generally simple, so go for statement earrings with the embroidered anarkali and sharara suits.

• Pair straight-cut and palazzo suits with light jewellery so that the outfit doesn’t look overdone for day events.

• Go for a contrast dupatta colour for your sangeet and reception looks to add some visual interest to your kameez.

• Save the cotton angrakha and cotton day suits for mehndi, haldi, or travel days, and graduate to the embroidered pieces as the wedding events get more formal.

Final Thoughts

There’s rarely a time in wedding week when you’ll only need one outfit. Several are needed, each for a different function, pace, and dress code. You can go through Saaisneh's salwar suit range by style, from cotton Anarkali and angrakha for daytime events to embroidered sharara and palazzo sets for sangeet and the reception, to give you a full week of outfits without repeating an outfit. When you know what function you’re dressing for, it’s much easier to choose the right suit style.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What type of salwar suit is best for a wedding reception? 

An embroidered Anarkali or sharara suit is good for a reception, as the fuller silhouette and detailed embroidery are suited to a formal evening setting without the weight of a full lehenga.

2. Can I wear a cotton salwar suit to a wedding function? 

Yes, cotton suits are just right for daytime events such as mehndi, haldi, or a pre-wedding lunch. They are breathable and easier to manage at long, often outdoor events.

3. What's the difference between a sharara suit and a palazzo suit? 

A sharara suit has flared pants that are progressively wider from the knee down, while a palazzo suit has straight, wide-leg pants from the waist. Both are great for sangeet or evening wedding functions.

4. How do I choose a salwar suit for a daytime wedding event? 

Opt for lighter fabrics like cotton in a straight cut or angrakha style and keep the embroidery on the minimal side. This keeps you looking festive and comfortable.

5. Does Saaisneh offer alterations for salwar suits? 

Yes, Saaisneh has a service of alteration of its salwar suits, which is useful if you want to change the length of the kameez or the fit of the bottom before a wedding date.