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Mehendi (Henna Party)
Mehendi (Henna Party)
Fun • Festive • Mehendi-Friendly
Come ready to celebrate! Think colorful, festive, comfortable, and short sleeves or sleeveless to make it easy to get henna done.
Women: Sharara, gharara, salwar/churidar, anarkali, Indo-Western outfits, colorful Western dresses, or dressy pants and a blouse. A lightweight sari is also welcome.
Men: Kurta pajama, kurta with jeans or slacks, or a button-down shirt with slacks. Add a bundi (sleeveless jacket) if you'd like! No suit or tie required.
Wedding
Wedding
Elegant • Dressy • Celebratory
This is the dressier celebration, so feel free to dress up!
Women: Sari, lehenga, sharara, formal Indian outfit, or an elegant Western dress.
Men: Formal kurta pajama, sherwani, or suit and tie.
Think: elegant and festive — this is the time to bring out the dressier outfits and jewelry.
Color note: Please avoid red, maroon, and bright pink, which are typically the bride's colors on the wedding day.
Where to get Indian clothes
Bay Area: University Ave, Berkeley
In Mumbai
When to go: Ideally 24-48 hours in advance. Many say they do same day alterations. Note that time can be a bit less defined in India.
What to say: “I’m attending a wedding as a guest, not family or bridal party. I’m looking for something elegant and festive, not too heavy, and reasonably priced.”
Instagram: Most places show their inventory on Instagram. You can make note of your favorites.
Whatsapp: Whatsapp is used widely in India and merchants are quick to respond. You can even message them before arriving in India and set up a time to try things on.
Rent
Jain Collections Charni Road South Mumbai [map] (Also 2 other locations)
Purchase
Moderate
Manyavar & Mohey [map: Bandra/Santacruz]. [map:Lower Parel] closer to South Bombay.
Designer
For the very adventurous
Buleshwar Market: For an authentic, colorful, crowded and chaotic Mumbai shopping experience, put 'Tanish Textiles - Buleshwar Branch' into Uber and start there. Then walk to Amardeep and Sony Bridals. Then wander the surrounding market for bangles, jewelry, etc. This experience is not for the faint of heart.
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