How to Select Silk Sarees for a Wedding?

Selecting the perfect bridal saree is one of the most important parts of wedding planning. With multiple options like Kanchipuram silk sarees, Banaras designer sarees, etc., it's easy to get overwhelmed. But your bridal silk saree should not be chosen based only on the saree type. You should consider certain aspects like wedding tradition, fabric, comfort, body type, and beyond-use. 

Whether you're purchasing sarees online or visiting showrooms, consider following these 5 tips, as a bridal saree is not just a one-day attire but a decade-old heirloom.

5 Best Tips to Select  Silk Saree For Your Wedding: 

Here are RmKV’s 5 best expert tips to select the perfect silk saree for your wedding.

1. Choose a Bridal Saree Type that Match Your Wedding Vibe: 

The first step in selecting your bridal saree is choosing which type of saree is perfect for your wedding tradition. Whether you're from the north or south of India, every region has a beautiful and authentic traditional way of performing weddings. Sometimes the saree type can also be a part of the tradition.

Let's say, as a part of the wedding tradition, some South Indian brides wear a red Koorainadu saree at the time of the wedding muhurtham, whereas the brides of Gujarat wear only their traditional wedding saree, Bandhani Gharchola, representing love, blessings, and tradition. The name "Gharchola" blends “ghar” (in-laws' home) and “chola” (attire), symbolizing a bride’s journey to her new home. So, it is important to understand whether the saree type is tied to the ritual, and you should decide on the bridal saree accordingly. If you don't have any obligation like that, you can choose your dream wedding saree or the saree that best suits you.

2. Choose Bridal Saree according to Your Body Type:

Everybody is different, and Understanding your body type will help you choose a saree that perfectly complements your shape. 

If your body is pear-shaped, opt for a readymade designer saree with an A-line or flared style to highlight your hip  beautifully. If you have a slim body type, go for a heavily worked silk saree—like Kanchipuram jacquards, heavy embroidery, or intricate  prints to add a more voluptuous appeal. Likewise, if you have an hourglass figure, choose sarees with tightened waistlines or pair them with intricately embroidered belts to enhance your structure and silhouette gracefully.

3. Choose Bridal Saree Material that keep you Comfy and Classy: 

Next, the fabric of your wedding saree matters the most when selecting a wedding silk saree. For a wedding morning, you can choose an elite and enthralling saree made of silk fabric. Though silk sarees are expensive, they give you an effortlessly regal look, as most of them are crafted from pure silk and adorned with gleaming zari and jacquard designs. Some of the best wedding sarees include Kanchipuram jacquard silk sarees, Kanchipuram tissue silk sarees, and Banarasi jacquard silk sarees. For reception nights, you can opt for designer sarees made of georgette or chiffon, offering a grander look and easier mobility—unlike extremely heavy lehengas. Always ensure maximum comfort in both your bridal saree and blouse. 

4. Choose Your Best Suitable Bridal Saree Color Combo:

When you think of the getti melam, the color that instantly comes to mind is the traditional red (sivappu). However, the current wedding saree color trends go beyond the traditional shades like Sivappu (Red), Manjal (Yellow), and Maragatha Pachai (Emerald Green). Brides today are embracing both traditional hues and contemporary color combinations. Hope you remember our previous blog  “7 Best Bridal Saree Color Combos for 2025” discussing the trending and most loved colors of modern brides. Remember while choosing the perfect color, you need to concentrate on other aspects like your  skin tone, the overall wedding theme, groom’s attire, and the bridesmaids' saree colors. Choose wisely because the  right saree color will highlight your features while the wrong one may dull your overall appeal. 

5. Choose a Saree Beyond the Wedding Day:   

Usually, wedding sarees, frocks, or lehengas are expensive and grand, making them less suitable for other functions. So, consider investing in a bridal saree that you can re-wear for other occasions as well. A slightly lightweight saree can help you stay comfortable throughout the day and is perfect for other events, festivals, family functions, or even your anniversary. Still, some people may hesitate to wear the saree again simply because of the heavy or overdone blouse. Most bridal blouses are heavier than the sarees because of heavy embroidery featuring stones and charms to complement the overall bridal saree. In that case, you can stitch a more subtle blouse or mix and match it with a different one, as it allows you to style the same saree for other events—without it feeling repetitive or “old.”

Conclusion: 

Voila! Hope now you know how to select the best silk saree for your wedding.

As said earlier, your wedding silk saree is not just a one-day outfit—it's a decade-old heirloom, a reflection of your story, tradition, and personality. So take your time, explore different options, and enjoy the process.

No matter what type of saree it is, choose the one that makes you feel confident, comfortable, and truly yourself!