A nuptial of love, respect and trust, a marriage is not only a Sunnah to be fulfilled by the Islamic community but a bond that is to be cherished for an eternity. Over the years, wedding celebrations has seen a huge change in the Pakistani society, getting its inspiration from the traditions and cultures of the Indian Sub-continent that has resulted in grand events and increased expenditure to entertain a bunch of folks for a day. And because of this, the brides-to-be too have become conscious of their bridal appearance, settling on nothing less than a designer outfit and expensive jewelry, giving an opportunity to Pakistani designers to open up their Pandora Box and bring out something unique and fashionable for them.
The Auspicious Event of Nikah
An Islamic marriage is incomplete without nikah where the bride and groom accept to be tied in this blissful bond for the rest of their lives in presence of family members who witness the beauty of the moment and capture them in wonderful frames to make it an unforgettable day. In the years gone by, nikah and rukhasti were celebrated on the very same day but with the passage of time, Pakistani people have not only added new events to their long list of wedding celebrations but also separated nikah from rukhsati. Yes, you heard it right, whether it is done for the purpose of some “important paperwork” as the girl is supposed to go to “America” or for other means, a nikah too has become more of a grand and lavish function that is celebrated with full fledge entertainment. And this is why now most brides put in more energy and thought in their nikah look as they wouldn’t want to appear less than any other day.
For brides getting nikahfied in the near future, here is a list of some popular bridal dresses from most known Pakistani Designers that will make you look no less than a princess out of the Mughal Era.
The Electrifying Collection Of Sania Maskatiya
A name that needs no introduction, the house of Sania Maskatiya deals in ladies prêt wear, formals and bridal attires. The lady herself is the master mind behind creating elegance silhouettes that are impressive to the core. So if you’re looking to wear a Sania Maskatiya dress in your nikah, here are some designs you would definitely love to try on:
1. The Phenomenal White and Golden Gharara
For a function that is extravagant and prodigal, you wouldn’t want to compromise on your nikah look. so would further ado, give a quick look at this white gharara adorned with fabulous Indian Dhaka embroidery paired up with a front open short shirt that is completely covered in thread floral patterns, tila and zardozi work and a duppata that is all fancied up with machine embroidery. This dress is perfect for an auspicious event of nikah celebrated in a luxuriant manner so let not slip it out of your hands. Buy Now
2. The Pretty Peach Dress
A front open short shirt with heavy embroidered borders and sprays of pearls contrasted with tila work all over, this peach dress comes along with a jamawar palazzo and equally beautiful duppata to top of your drop-dead gorgeous nikah look. Buy Now
3. The Warm Velvety Look
The best way to battle cold, chilly winds on your nikah day is this velvet outfit by Sania Maskatiya that won’t let you compromise on your bridal look. The blue velvet trouser comes with an organza bordered covered with zardozi work and short tissue shirt adorned with spectacular zardozi floral patterns and a duppata to compliment your elegant nikah look. Buy Now
The Charismatic Tena Durrani
Those living in Pakistan and outside would have definitely come across the name of Tena Durrani couture house while talking about fashion gurus. Her bridal collections are inspired from Mughal architecture and art which can be seen in her royal collection of formal and prêt wear. Because every girl wishes to look like a royalty on her special day then Tena Durrani dresses are what you would love to wear on your nikah ceremony. Here are a few designs that will make you want to get one right away:
4. The French Rose
Tea pink organza meysuri short length shirt with embellished neckline, selves and borders decorated with sequins, crystals, resham work and beads. The shirt has been matched with a blush pink net duppata with Indian border and pale pink brocade pants. The subtle color and intricate detailing is what makes this outfit popular amongst brides-to-be. Buy Now
5. Mint Mulberry
This stylish armoire has been designed with halter cut sleeveless mint green shirt that is laden with tila embroidery on the neckline with addition of sequins and beads. The daman can be seen embellished with resham work contrasted with dabka and naqshi to enhance the beauty of this piece. Baby pink mermaid cut raw silk lehnga and a blue chiffon duppata makes it an ideal choice for a function of nikah where you are the attraction for those gathered there. Buy Now
6. Agra
You guessed it right, this bridal attire has been inspired from the remains of the Mughal Empire which till date are considered surreal and mesmerizing, alluring tourists with its ethereal designs and colors. The Agra has been put together in a musical harmony of an organza lehnga with zari work and an embellished shirt that has a bodice covered in kacha resham and tila work and a net drape falling down with embroidered spirals on it. Buy Now
The Infatuating Creations of Erum Khan
The rising star of Pakistani fashion industry, Erum Khan stepped in this field with a creative mind and determination to make her presence felt which she has successfully done so. Her will to succeed and an eye for creativity and stunning contrasts and cuts has gained her quite a place in this business, with many falling in love with her collections. If you’re looking to wear something girlies, classy and unique on your nikah event then trust Erum Khan with your wardrobe and you’ll be pleased with she has to offer.
7. The Silver Stunner
In a confusion and hassle of making it all go smooth; the bride may end up with a dress that may be opposite of who she really is. Be wise and stun in this silver maxi laden with tila and zardozi work, golden Capri pants with machine work borders and a duppata to be draped over your head and be ready to kill a few with your charm. Buy Now
8. The White Gharara
Capturing the serenity and purity of an event like nikah, nothing can look prettier than a bride dressed in all white dress. This outfit includes a short shirt all fancied up with golden zari and dabka work while the plain gharara has been sprayed with polka-dot print and duppata with embroidered borders, making this armoire a great choice for your special day. Buy Now
The House of Karma
Operating since early 2000’s, Karma entered the fashion world like wild fire, ready to burn those down that came in its way success. This couture house started off with prêt and formals and just recently launched its bridal collection that is breathtakingly beautiful, consisting of aesthetic designs and ethereal creations. Seems exciting? Here is a sneak peak at their bridal collection that might have something hidden for you to be worn on your nikah day:
9. The Moonlit Night
As the moonlight lits everything that comes in its, brightening up the surrounding, dazzle in this fabulous aqua self printed organza shirt with silver naqshi work on the neckline and sleeves and embroidered patch on the daman, raw silk plain trouser and a chiffon duppata with fabricated border. The tassels hanging down the daman simply add to the beauty of this dress. Buy Now
10. Vanilla Cream
An attire speaking volumes of modish and girlie, this vanilla cream has been has designed with a wonderful organza shirt covered in floral thread work and embroidery at the neckline with detailing of beads at the hemline. Matched with it is chicken gharara pants and aqua pale blue chiffon duppata that makes this dress unique to the very core of it. Buy Now
11. Barish Begum
Capturing the essence of “barish”, the sweet smell of wet mud and the sight of rainbow pushing between the clouds to spread colors everywhere, start your new journey with joy and happiness by wearing this colorful dress on your special day. The short aqua organza shirt is wonderfully patterend with floral embroidery and mirror work while the coral plain trouser has hints of sequins sprayed over it and a yellow duppata to complete the look. Buy Now
The Artistic Asim Jofa
An accomplished player of the fashion industry, Asim Jofa is a man of his words who promises to deliver quality and creative designs to his esteemed customers. From luxury to bridal collection, every clothing line that he introduces is a depiction of elegance and grace that will spell-bound you with its cuts and contrasts. So get ready to be mesmerized by a few extraordinary pieces chosen from Asim Jofa’s collection that will make you fall in love with them:
12. The Indistinct Pink
Even if you’re having your nikah done in a mosque or home with fewer guests, still you’ll want to look superb in the pictures. A short tea pink shirt covered with jaal of gotta and sequence at the front and back and colorful thread work on sleeves, daman and neckline is perfectly matched with gold jamawar pants with loop buttons and a duppata made to choice, this ensemble is just what will make you shine bright! Buy Now
13. The Classic Off-White Garb
A unique blend of pearls chun and embroidery, this garb is what will make you the prettiest nikah bride ever. The off-white organza shirt enriched with turquoise and white machine work and complimented with silver jamawar pants is a classic take on traditional wear for Pakistani weddings. Buy Now
14. The Entrancing Beige
All set to make a lasting impact? Shine in this raw silk shirt dipped in luxurious dori work and sequins with straight pants and a red chunri adorned with embroidered borders, adding the right elements to steal the hearts. Buy Now
Zainab Chottani: Agile and Ingenious
Mastering the art of creating master pieces, this fashion guru has proven her dexterous skills by launching clothing collections that are applause worthy. Zainab Chottani is known name to the world of fashion and so wearing an outfit designed by this magnetic personality is sure to enhance your persona. If you’re ready to delight people by your killer looks, here are some ideas to steal from her collection for your nikah day:
15. Lemon Yellow
A lemon yellow peplum amplified with silver gotta kinari, kundan and kora dabka work paired up with a gharara covered in gotta motifs and a net duppata is enough to elevate your look for an event that is a starting chapter of your new life.
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16. Golden Shadow Cascade
This angrakha styled short frock strikes the perfect balance between a beige base and bright, colorful floral patterns on the damaan. The neckline is decked with kora work while the rest is sprayed with sequins. It comes along with jamawar pant and hot pink duppata. Match it up with traditional jewelry and a striking hairdo to create the perfect look for the nikah event. Buy Now
17. Beige Gold and Coral
Zainab Chottani has always succeeded in creating looks that are meant to be remembered for the years to come by and so if you too want to spruce up in an ensemble whose beauty is beyond words than this bridal dress is something you wouldn’t want to miss. A beige straight shirt with kora dabka jaal at the sides, thread embroidery and pearl detailing with embellished bell bottom and soft coral duppata is nothing short of extraordinary. Buy Now
The Dynamic Duo: Saira and Shakira
An unmistakable style where every piece is designed with a unique approach, amalgamating individuality with classism, Saira Shakira have most definitely embraced a new idea of bringing extraordinary silhouettes which are not only modish and graceful but go back to the roots of Pakistani tradition and culture. Girls getting nikahfied in the months to come by, here is a surprise by Saira Shakira that will please you for sure:
18. Gulab
This outstanding silhouette has been assembled with white gown enriched with cut work, pearls, silver kora dabka, floral thread embroidery and naqshi jaal spread all over the front and back. Complimenting this heavy floor length front open gown is a tea pink flared, printed lehnga and a duppata decked with fabulous machine work which is prepared once the order is placed. Buy Now
19. Garland Glaze
Because the nikah event is all set around the bride, you would want to look ravishing in an outfit that speaks loud of your fashion choices and taste, fitting your personality perfectly. So doll up in this aqua organza shirt ornamented with colorful dhaga work and embellishments including kora dabka, pearls, crystals and tila work covering the front paired up with a net pink trouser that has been designed with heavily embellished border and stone detailing going down the front in lines. It comes along with a simple net duppata which can be matched with a fantastic matha pati or bindia and a trendy hairdo to complete your nikah bridal look. Buy Now
20. Bonita Affairs
Majestic and magnificent, this team pink armoire is a harmonious synchronization of a long shirt emblazed with scattered pearls, thread embroidery on the damaan and tila work at the front, a matching straight trouser and net duppata showcasing intricate floral dhaga work. Buy Now
The Turning Point
The sea of emotions that a girl goes through when signing the nikah papers wishing to get another day to be spend with her parents cannot be put into words. As much as that moment is filled with pain and tears, a girl still dreams to look her best so that her new chapter is filled with only joy and happiness. Treat yourself with the most spectacular bridal dress on your nikah day that fits best your personality to bring that “bridal glow” and look drop-dead gorgeous.
