The way contemporary Indians marry is evolving along with the times. Nowadays, not every wedding involves mindlessly adhering to the traditional customs and rituals, and some people in society have begun to modify (or even do away with) these conventions in order to make them more practical. Here is a look at these evolving patterns and how they signal a forward-thinking culture –
Love Knows No Boundaries
Be it a love or an arranged one, marriages are beautiful connection when there is so much positive energy to give each other. Many people today choose to get married to the person they love, and many families are happy to embrace this transition, breaking with India’s long-standing tradition. Similarly, people do find love in arranged marriage also. Inter Faith marriages and LGBTQ marriages are being accepted with the same love as arranged marriage.
Brides Say “Less Is More”
Designers are experimenting with pastel colours, gossamer fabrics, and lighter ornaments in addition to creating outfits in classic tones like red and pink. If you want to get married in a traditional red lehngha, go for it! Do you want to wear pastels at your wedding? Try it out. Go ahead and get creative by mixing up the colours of your wedding party’s suits and accessories for a vibrant lineup. Have fun with it because it’s your day and you get to decide the rules.
Walk Down The Aisle with your Mother and Sister
A bride walking down the aisle with her father is one of the favourite wedding trends, but traditionalism does not have to be the norm. So, a mother, sibling, father figure, or close friend can go down the aisle with the bride. A bride or groom being escorted down the aisle represents them preparing to begin their own family. Even with a slight modification, it’s a tradition we all would like to see continue! Even Katrina Kaif at her wedding walked down the aisle with her sisters.
Destination Weddings on the rise
Destination weddings are becoming more popular across all income brackets; they are no longer reserved for the wealthy. More and more families are choosing to leave their hometown and surround themselves with a smaller, more intimate group of friends and family. People prefer having traditional weddings at resorts, lavish ceremonies in mahals, and fun celebrations at the beach.
Intimate Ceremonies For The Win
The majority of weddings experienced a sharp rise toward more intimate and private ceremonies. Yes, for most families who wish to celebrate at least one occasion with everyone, lavish reception still feels important. Depending on how luxurious the event is, costs might soar from renting an expensive location to purchasing pricey attire, indulging in a variety of cuisines, and inviting hundreds of people.
But today, the bride and groom desire to fully enjoy their special day. The main goal of weddings today is not to entertain guests but to have intimate celebrations.
There are cases where both families organize the wedding jointly and the groom’s family splits the costs. This modification is much-needed and appreciated.
Female Wedding Priests Break Down Gender Barriers
A growing number of couples are having their marriages conducted by female priests. It’s a refreshing change. These rites, as they evolve, provide equal honor to both the bride and groom. Diya Mirza’s wedding was also performed by a female priest. It is time for women to claim their individuality, divinity, and power, to redefine what is old and give birth to what is new. What could be more inspiring and motivating than witnessing the sacred fire of a woman’s heart and soul take center stage at a wedding?
Personalisation is the key
Remember when wedding halls and grounds were packed with guests? And now, every couple wishes to keep their wedding day intimate and personal. Personalization has also taken hold. Personalization has grown in importance in wedding preparation. Brides now personalise kaleera for their wedding day to steal the show. Priyanka Chopra chose to tell her love story through her bridal kaleeras, and we adore them. It was full of charming details, such as a symbol from Greece, where Nick proposed to her, a cupid, a cross, and the Trishul.
Age Is Just A Number
Today, young people are less forced into marriage and more consciously choose to do so. Many people put their profession or their passion before marriage and only decide to get married when they have found the “perfect” partner. Having children before turning 30 and the idea of “marriageable age” are not universally accepted.
While some traditions have continued and will most likely continue in some form, each year brings new trends that seem to entirely rule the wedding season.. for a few months at least.
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