Within South Asian heritage, every element related to weddings carry meaning. The shades and silhouettes we often associate with the big day are no exception. Among the kaleidoscope of hues, there’s no palette more classic and quintessential than red to mark this milestone moment. From crimson and cherry to sindoori and strawberry, the colour and its many shades echo cultural and emotional significance. According to Hindu religious beliefs, the colour is considered to be auspicious and connected to Goddess Durga. It also symbolises new beginnings, love, commitment, fertility and strength—all virtues a bride-to-be desires. Whether a red Punjabi suit set, a red Gujarati gharchola, a Bengali lal paar sari or a red Kanjeevaram silk, the seasonless shade is immortalised as the go-to for a traditional bridal attire.
In the realm of modern-day bridal trousseaux, a firm favourite is the red lehenga. What makes a red lehenga so alluring? It is versatile—you can wear it for daytime pheras just as effortlessly as you can for a cocktail party. It is transcends trends—when a bride dons a red lehenga that was in most likelihood the same choice adopted by her mother and grandmother for their wedding ceremony, she not only wears a beautiful item, but adorns a piece of family legacy. Whether you’re light skin toned or deep, there’s a flattering shade of red for you. Season after season, designers introduce a new range of red lehengas to suit every taste and preference. When elevated with time-honoured crafts, it has the potential to become an heirloom that can be passed down for generations.
For brides putting their wedding wardrobes together, we present the best red lehengas from Monga’s that were exclusively shot by Khush Wedding. With a stunning mix of rich tones and intricate crafts, the latest bridal collection is made for various settings, whether you are looking for an exquisite creation for your walk down the aisle in your hometown or at a lavish destination affair. The customisation options ensure that the bridal wear ensemble is as unique as the bride wearing it.
There are a plethora of lehengas in Monga’s collection, but a classic red, like this one, arguably stands out the most. Since the zardozi embroidery and sequin work glisten when they catch light, in this lehenga, you won’t stop sparkling on your big day. With the traditional blouse and voluminous skirt, it’s the perfect look for a royal wedding.
On this rich velvet lehenga, intricate crafts like aari, applique and zardozi, become the primary focus. Considering its gorgeous scarlet shade combined with maroon tones, the look is a winning choice for the classic bride, while its geometric motifs teamed with florals showcases its modern flair.
If you’re a fan of fresh and flirty florals, this garnet lehenga will surely find a place on your big-day getup. The jewel toned velvet canvas is elevated with embroidered blooms in contrasting shades of blush, coral and powder blue. Its corset blouse and ballgown skirt further adds to its romance.
If you’re tying the knot at an exotic destination, such as a beach, a vineyard or a garden, a lehenga like this Monga’s look will not look out of place. The highlight of this set is the ornate blue and deep red border, featuring jaali designs interspersed with flora and fauna motifs that draws even more attention to it. A heavily embroidered red blouse completes the set.
Want to take baby steps? Go for a lehenga with hints of red. This burnt orange and blue lehenga is accented with maroon paisleys and a border. A regal red blouse and a tulle dupatta rounds it off. The entire lehenga is lavishly embroidered. We love this look for a palace wedding ceremony.
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