Are you stepping out to meet your respective groom to know whether you are compatible enough to tie nuptial knots? The first and foremost thing that haunts a girl before going out to meet your dream man is picking the right dress for the occasion.

Dressing up for meeting your soulmate in an arranged marriage setup is the most baffling situation a girls face in her life in India as Indian people lay more emphasize on arrange marriages in comparison to love marriages. Though there is a lot of excitement and anxiety in our minds to meet that someone special but there is always room for doubt about what to wear or what to avoid.

As we all know that every girl loves to flaunt herself in western wear but what to wear when you go out to meet someone for marriage prospect is a tricky question. So, in order to help every woman, I at mangal parinay, have tried to compile some ethnic wears. Believe it, these ethnic wears will assist you to pave your way to boy and in-laws heart.

• Saree

Saree- a six-yard wonder is a first and foremost choice which almost every girl prefers to wear while going out to meet a guy for marriage purpose. Go the traditional route as an ethnic saree not only makes you look elegant but also helps you to look classy and comfortable.

Remember to choose the right fabric. Avoid transparent fabrics and go for chiffon and silk if you are a bit heavy as will bless you with comparably lean look. Refrain from wearing net sarees if you are on petite side. Keep your look simple. Avoid heavy makeup and pair your saree with matching earrings or bangles.

• Anarkali and leggings

Belonged to Mughal era, anarkali suit gets a special mention when one talks about Indian ethnic wears. Anarkali is a long frock style suit either knee length or floor length that can be paired with straight pants and leggings. This mesmerizing outfit brings in a lot of charm, poise, beauty, and royalty to the lady wearing it.

• Salwar suit

Don’t you want to look comfortable when the groom and his family arrive to meet you? Salwar suit is a beautiful attire that can solve the riddle of your most panicking question: what to wear. It is not only a comfortable attire but also blesses you with the pleasant look. Choose the suit according to your body type and right colors complementing with your complexion. Glam yourself with right accessories and keep your makeup minimal or nude.

• Patiala suit salwar

Won’t you love a bubble Punjabi girl wearing patiala? You can also accentuate your look with shahi patiala suit. They bless you with a feminine and classy look adding more charm to your personality. It is also an option worth trying if you give comfort the first preference.

• Ethnic gowns

Ethnic gowns come to rescue you when you are not giving a complete traditional attire a thought to wear while going out for the first meeting with the guy. These gowns are an ideal option for the ones who like to drape their body in western outfits. Moreover, they make you look gorgeous at the same time.