What to wear to a July wedding in Jaipur?

denean · Apr 5th, 2007, 05:44

Hello,

I have been invited to a dear friend's wedding in early July.

I hope that someone could advise me on what to wear and how many outfits I should bring?

And hopefully, a few ideas as to great gifts.

Am I asking for too much?

I am going with my best friend and his family from New Delhi to Jaipur. Best friend is an amazing person, but he is a bit of a last-minute kind of guy and I want to make sure that I have time to make the best decisions (especially because I do not want to look like a fish out of water).

Because we are flying in from NYC and going straight to Jaipur, I'll have minimal time to go shopping/have anything tailored. So my questions for you are:
1.) What should I wear and how many outfits should I purchase for the wedding festivities.
2.) Can anyone suggest great companies where I can order online and ship to U.S.?
3). Any ideas on fashion magazines or websites that can shed light on latest summer fashions -- just incase I need to shop here in NYC so that I'll have some idea what I am looking for?

Thank you so much for any suggestions you can provide. I am so excited!!! This will be my first trip to India and going for a friend's wedding is such a treat.

Thank you again.

Denean

ranjan154 · Apr 5th, 2007, 08:19

Sorry but i need to ask you .. are you looking for a ladies or mens wear

we have couple early post on IM just make search.. i remember replying to this query..

Aishah · Apr 5th, 2007, 08:41

I checked your profile and found you were female so -if you have a day or two before the wedding actually starts I would get somebody from your friend's family or group of friends to help you to buy a classy salwar kameez - in fact buy several because I think there will be quite a few functions over a series of days to go to. Jaipur has some very modern styles, you could wear them to dinner parties back in your own home town and stun friends! Get a mix of lightweight cotton ones with great embroidery, 'jewellery' designs and wear them while you are there. They range from very inexpensive to over the top for heavily embroidered, bejewelled creations. I am sure there will be someone to meet and greet you when you arrive so ask them - Indians are very,very hospitable and will enjoy helping you. Also they willl really appreciate the fact that you have gone to this trouble to wear one of their 'traditional' styles of dress. Salwar kameez is much easier to wear than a sari, cool and comfortable. Basically a short dress with splits up the side over loose, baggy at the top tapering to the ankle trousers.

denean · Apr 5th, 2007, 08:44

Hehe, sorry, I know my name is unique - and does not indicate gender. I am a woman in her mid-twenties - so I am looking for something that is charming and age appropriate. I figured it would be apparent by the over-obsessing on what to wear. Bad assumption. Clearly.

I did see a few postings regarding dress for wedding, but I was unsure if the postings varied from region to region.

Thank you for looking into this!

Denean

denean · Apr 5th, 2007, 08:48

Aishah, you are the best!!! I was just worried about asking my friend's family to take me shopping since they haven't seen him for six months and we will only be there for two weeks. I wanted to make sure that he had time to spend with everyone before we headed down to Jaipur.

But thank you, thank you, thank you for your thoughtful advice.

One quick follow-up question, what's a great gift for the to-be-married couple?

Denean

Aishah · Apr 5th, 2007, 08:54

Generally people give money and/or something for the house - maybe a brand new American note of dollars up to you (no need to be over the top!) and some nice house item from where you live would go down very well. I remember from where I used to live and had an American friend she rated some glass stuff by a famous company - vases, bowls etc.--as well prized. Something like that would be good - I think the company was Stuben? but not sure!

denean · Apr 5th, 2007, 09:32

Thank you so much. I am so happy and no longer worried.

India - here I come... WOO HOO!

Aishah · Apr 5th, 2007, 17:39

Just a quick reply - I forgot to tell you about a great place for buying modern versions of salwar kameez or kurta/pants outfits called Anokhi. It is on Tilak Marg near the Secretariat, and it also has a great cafe. The prices are a little dearer but the quality of the cottons etc. is superb. Check this out as well! And enjoy yourself and have a lovely time at the wedding!

Ann · Apr 5th, 2007, 18:29

Hi denean,

Usually in Indian wedding, we Indian girls either prefer to wear beautiful lengha Chunri or Saree.... wondering y not salwar kameez... as we daily wears it...

If its Rajasthani marriage then the wedding function will start three days before marriage & will continue till 2 days after marriage, so try to plan your program accordingly...

In lehga Chunri, u can try bandhage Lenhga. Its look awesome. And rest of the days go for salwar kameez.

Regarding the gift, go for some meenakari gift items but i.e. very common in Jaipur... what else... let me think & will soon reply.

npjai · Apr 5th, 2007, 21:26

If you have time to shop in Jaipur, go to the Ganpati Plaza and check out Ranas, the best Ghaghra/Cholis in town.

Merchant · Apr 5th, 2007, 21:52

Most popular wedding gift in India is an envelope of cash or a check, and not a round number (unlucky).

Aishah · Apr 5th, 2007, 22:12

A lengha or gaghra is a long skirt much decorated and beaded - really beautiful but can be expensive. On top you wear a matching decorated blouse. You won't be out of place in either outfit - kurta/ pants or skirt/blouse - for the main event get out all your good jewellery and have a highly decorated outfit and you will look gorgeous! Be guided by the friend who will help you choose your clothes and keep within your budget! Enjoy!

Aishah · Apr 6th, 2007, 15:49

Denean - take a look at a post by Barbara Martyn just on today about 'First trip to India'. She gives a good idea about clothes for a wedding in Jaipur!

shailesh77 · Apr 9th, 2007, 02:50

Hi Denean we are also from upstate NY and in Jaipur on a long assignment. I can undertsand where you are coming from...if you may prefer we can take care of the whole thing for you...your dress, gifts etc. Please let me know if you may be interested. Thanks

Shailesh

Apr 5th, 2007, 05:44	#1
denean Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 4	What to wear to a July wedding in Jaipur? Hello, I have been invited to a dear friend's wedding in early July. I hope that someone could advise me on what to wear and how many outfits I should bring? And hopefully, a few ideas as to great gifts. Am I asking for too much? I am going with my best friend and his family from New Delhi to Jaipur. Best friend is an amazing person, but he is a bit of a last-minute kind of guy and I want to make sure that I have time to make the best decisions (especially because I do not want to look like a fish out of water). Because we are flying in from NYC and going straight to Jaipur, I'll have minimal time to go shopping/have anything tailored. So my questions for you are: 1.) What should I wear and how many outfits should I purchase for the wedding festivities. 2.) Can anyone suggest great companies where I can order online and ship to U.S.? 3). Any ideas on fashion magazines or websites that can shed light on latest summer fashions -- just incase I need to shop here in NYC so that I'll have some idea what I am looking for? Thank you so much for any suggestions you can provide. I am so excited!!! This will be my first trip to India and going for a friend's wedding is such a treat. Thank you again. Denean

Apr 5th, 2007, 08:19	#2
ranjan154 Amateur Photographer Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Greater Noida (India) Posts: 848	Sorry but i need to ask you .. are you looking for a ladies or mens wear we have couple early post on IM just make search.. i remember replying to this query.. __________________ Rakesh Ranjan -------------- http://www.flickr.com/photos/travinfoindia/

Apr 5th, 2007, 18:29	#9
Ann A long way to go... Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Kol, India Posts: 105	Hi denean, Usually in Indian wedding, we Indian girls either prefer to wear beautiful lengha Chunri or Saree.... wondering y not salwar kameez... as we daily wears it... If its Rajasthani marriage then the wedding function will start three days before marriage & will continue till 2 days after marriage, so try to plan your program accordingly... In lehga Chunri, u can try bandhage Lenhga. Its look awesome. And rest of the days go for salwar kameez. Regarding the gift, go for some meenakari gift items but i.e. very common in Jaipur... what else... let me think & will soon reply. __________________ Love traveling & Indian Food.

Apr 5th, 2007, 21:26	#10
npjai Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: New Delhi, India Posts: 167	If you have time to shop in Jaipur, go to the Ganpati Plaza and check out Ranas, the best Ghaghra/Cholis in town. __________________ Pax Vobiscum - May you go in peace!

Apr 9th, 2007, 02:50	#14
shailesh77 Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: NY Posts: 2	We are also in Jaipur.. can take care of everything.. Hi Denean we are also from upstate NY and in Jaipur on a long assignment. I can undertsand where you are coming from...if you may prefer we can take care of the whole thing for you...your dress, gifts etc. Please let me know if you may be interested. Thanks Shailesh

Apr 5th, 2007, 08:41	#3
Aishah She-who-must-be-obeyed! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jaisalmer Posts: 5,046	I checked your profile and found you were female so -if you have a day or two before the wedding actually starts I would get somebody from your friend's family or group of friends to help you to buy a classy salwar kameez - in fact buy several because I think there will be quite a few functions over a series of days to go to. Jaipur has some very modern styles, you could wear them to dinner parties back in your own home town and stun friends! Get a mix of lightweight cotton ones with great embroidery, 'jewellery' designs and wear them while you are there. They range from very inexpensive to over the top for heavily embroidered, bejewelled creations. I am sure there will be someone to meet and greet you when you arrive so ask them - Indians are very,very hospitable and will enjoy helping you. Also they willl really appreciate the fact that you have gone to this trouble to wear one of their 'traditional' styles of dress. Salwar kameez is much easier to wear than a sari, cool and comfortable. Basically a short dress with splits up the side over loose, baggy at the top tapering to the ankle trousers.

Apr 5th, 2007, 08:44	#4
denean Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 4	Hehe, sorry, I know my name is unique - and does not indicate gender. I am a woman in her mid-twenties - so I am looking for something that is charming and age appropriate. I figured it would be apparent by the over-obsessing on what to wear. Bad assumption. Clearly. I did see a few postings regarding dress for wedding, but I was unsure if the postings varied from region to region. Thank you for looking into this! Denean

Apr 5th, 2007, 08:48	#5
denean Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 4	Aishah, you are the best!!! I was just worried about asking my friend's family to take me shopping since they haven't seen him for six months and we will only be there for two weeks. I wanted to make sure that he had time to spend with everyone before we headed down to Jaipur. But thank you, thank you, thank you for your thoughtful advice. One quick follow-up question, what's a great gift for the to-be-married couple? Denean

Apr 5th, 2007, 08:54	#6
Aishah She-who-must-be-obeyed! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jaisalmer Posts: 5,046	Generally people give money and/or something for the house - maybe a brand new American note of dollars up to you (no need to be over the top!) and some nice house item from where you live would go down very well. I remember from where I used to live and had an American friend she rated some glass stuff by a famous company - vases, bowls etc.--as well prized. Something like that would be good - I think the company was Stuben? but not sure!

Apr 5th, 2007, 09:32	#7
denean Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 4	Thank you so much. I am so happy and no longer worried. India - here I come... WOO HOO!

Apr 5th, 2007, 17:39	#8
Aishah She-who-must-be-obeyed! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jaisalmer Posts: 5,046	Just a quick reply - I forgot to tell you about a great place for buying modern versions of salwar kameez or kurta/pants outfits called Anokhi. It is on Tilak Marg near the Secretariat, and it also has a great cafe. The prices are a little dearer but the quality of the cottons etc. is superb. Check this out as well! And enjoy yourself and have a lovely time at the wedding!

Apr 5th, 2007, 21:52	#11
Merchant Maha Guru Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: New York Posts: 2,096	Most popular wedding gift in India is an envelope of cash or a check, and not a round number (unlucky).

Apr 5th, 2007, 22:12	#12
Aishah She-who-must-be-obeyed! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jaisalmer Posts: 5,046	A lengha or gaghra is a long skirt much decorated and beaded - really beautiful but can be expensive. On top you wear a matching decorated blouse. You won't be out of place in either outfit - kurta/ pants or skirt/blouse - for the main event get out all your good jewellery and have a highly decorated outfit and you will look gorgeous! Be guided by the friend who will help you choose your clothes and keep within your budget! Enjoy!

Apr 6th, 2007, 15:49	#13
Aishah She-who-must-be-obeyed! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jaisalmer Posts: 5,046	Denean - take a look at a post by Barbara Martyn just on today about 'First trip to India'. She gives a good idea about clothes for a wedding in Jaipur!

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