Wedding trends move in cycles. One season, every bride is dreaming in classic reds; the next, soft vintage tones take over our feeds. Then a celebrity steps out in a pastel lehenga, and suddenly peach, rose, and amber become the new uniform for brides and their bridesmaids. And just like that, the cycle resets; ready for the next big wave to capture everyone’s imagination.
But trends aside, the look you choose for your wedding should feel like you, a natural extension of your personality. From mehendi to haldi, sunset sundowners, welcome dinners, and every ceremony in between, each outfit deserves its own moment. The trick is thoughtful planning so your looks feel distinct without repeating silhouettes, moods, or motifs.
With the wedding season right around the corner, we’ve rounded up the key trends set to define the celebrations this year, and how to style each one, the Ekaya way.
Corsets: The Comeback Star of the Season
Corsets have been the breakout silhouette of the year, and they’re showing no signs of slowing down this wedding season. Brides and bridesmaids are styling them with everything. From Kanjivaram and Banarasi sarees to full lehengas, shararas, and tailored trousers. What makes them so powerful is their versatility: a corset sculpts the body beautifully, works across sizes, and instantly adds a modern edge to even the most traditional look. Whether you’re cinching a vintage weave or pairing it with contemporary separates, this is one trend that brings drama, and a touch of couture to the celebrations.
Butter Yellow: The Shade of the Season
Butter yellow has been ruling international runways—and it has officially entered the Indian wedding moodboard. Soft, easy on the eye, and universally flattering, this shade has become a favourite for haldis, welcome dinners, and intimate sundowner weddings. A butter yellow drape, like the polka-dotted version from Palak X Ekaya, feels playful yet polished. Style it with pearl belts and accessories from Ekaya X Anaash, experiment with bralette-style blouses, and you’ve got a look that feels current, delicate, and very bridesmaid-coded. Expect to see this shade everywhere this season.
Hands-Free Drapes & Fuss-Free Silhouettes
The new-age wedding guest wants beauty and ease, and hands-free draping has become the answer. Pre-pleated and pre-draped sarees are having a moment because they eliminate the fuss without compromising on elegance. They’re perfect for anyone who wants the look of a saree but the convenience of slipping into a skirt. Easy to wear, easier to style, and perfect for dancing your heart out, these silhouettes are redefining what an Indian festive wardrobe can feel like.
Waistcoats & Pantsuits: Power Dressing for the Wedding Season
Power shoulders, clean tailoring, and structured separates have made their way into the wedding arena, and they’re here to stay. Think Banarasi waistcoats paired with tailored pants, corsets styled with balloon trousers, or full pantsuits crafted in rich festive weaves. These silhouettes strike that sweet spot between modern chic and traditional craftsmanship, giving women an elevated, hands-free option for cocktails, mehendi afternoons, and intimate pre-wedding celebrations. It’s functional fashion, but with edge and character.
