What to Wear to a Sangeet, Mehendi or Cocktail Night

Wedding functions each have their own mood. A mehendi is bright and relaxed, a sangeet is about dancing, and a cocktail night calls for something sleek. Here is what works for each, with pieces from our store.

Mehendi: bright colours and easy movement

Think yellows, greens and mustard. You will be sitting for henna and moving around, so choose something light: a sharara set, a farshi salwar suit or a floral kurta set. Keep jewellery playful, like floral or pearl jhumkas.

Sangeet: made for dancing

Pick an outfit you can dance in for hours. Palazzo sets and indo-western crop top sets are ideal: no long dupatta to manage, and plenty of shine for photos. A draped skirt set looks glamorous and still lets you move.

Cocktail night: sleek and modern

Go for a structured corset or bustier top with a draped skirt or flared palazzo, in rose gold, blush pink or wine. One statement earring and a sleek bun finish the look.

Pieces for every function

A few simple rules

• Ask the hosts if there is a colour theme for each function.
• Wear shoes you can stand and dance in. Juttis and block heels beat stilettos on lawns.
• Carry a safety pin or two for the dupatta.
• If you are unsure about the fit, try the piece on at our Mohali store before the day, since all sales are final.

Browse all party wear, indo-western sets and sharara and palazzo suits, or read what to wear as a wedding guest.