The complete trousseau checklist — outfits, jewellery, beauty and the little things everyone forgets — so nothing is left to last-minute panic.
The outfits
- The bridal look: lehenga or sharara in your chosen palette, with two dupatta draping options.
- 2–3 festive suits: one heavy (reception/sangeet), one medium (dholki/mehndi), one light.
- 1–2 casual-luxe sets: for daytime family functions — chic but comfortable.
- A reception gown or saree: for the final farewell look.
The jewellery box
A polki or kundan bridal set, a versatile gold set for repeat wear, and pearls for daytime events. Add a maang tikka, nath and bangles to complete the bridal trio.
Beauty & essentials
Your makeup kit (base, red lip, kajal), hairpins and extensions if needed, perfume, and comfortable juttis broken in before the week begins.
The forgotten five
Safety pins, fashion tape, stain remover pen, blister balm, and a small sewing kit. Future you says thank you.
Stylist tip: pack outfits by event in labelled garment bags with a photo of the full look (including jewellery) pinned to each. Decision fatigue: eliminated.