The Garhwali people are considered as the most simple and sophisticated one and they have deep believe in their traditions and customs. Though the traditional wedding costume of the groom in Uttarakhand or Garhwal is the Dhoti-Kurta along with the traditional headgear but acknowledging the fact that everyone wants to look magnificent on their wedding day, Pahadi groom also want to get styled by the same. Many of the Pahadi people are now fusing their traditional ethnic wear with Rajput or Punjabi styles which gives them an eye catching appearance. Hence we are going to tell you about the essential wedding attire tips for grooms for a Garhwali wedding.
Dhoti
Basically, the bridegrooms of the Pahadi and Garhwali wedding performs the wedding ceremony by wearing Dhoti which is a must have attire as a symbol of culture and tradition in pahadis. Go for silk dhoti to make you look more glamorised. Silk Dhoti can give a groom more stylish and decent look on his wedding day.As a groom you can go with bright colors and delicate embroideries at the borders.You can paired your dhoti with Mojaris, gold chain watches, rings and bracelets and you as a groom in a simple outfit looks magnificient.
Sherwani
Undoubtedly, sherwanis gives the real essence of royalty. Who doesn’t want a prince look on his d-day? Sherwani provides a groom a royal king look blessing them with charm and smartness. These are generally long coats which can be adorn on dhoti. Inspite of opting for traditional wear (dhoti-kurta) for Garhwali wedding, pair up your dhoti with sherwani. Sherwanis with heavy embroidery will go well with dhoti having less work or else choose a simple sherwani.
Pearl Malas
Have you ever seen the portrays of kings wearing pearl malas or motihaar? It used to give them remarkable look on daily basis. Then why don’t you as a groom opt for wearing pearl malas in Garhwali wedding. It will definitely give you dazzling look and you will be amazed how a piece of jewellery on wedding attire can turn your whole personality more charismatic.
Pagdi/Safa
Turban known as pagdi is a headgear which is worn around the head. Though the colour, pattern and style of padgi varies in accordance with the state, you being a groom in garhwali wedding can go for safa as well as it will enhance your overall personality.
Sehra
Grooms in Garhwali wedding can opt for sehra. Besides the fact that sehra protects you from evil eyes, it also helps you to cover up your face with garlands so that you can see the excitement of your bride to have an eye contact with you amidst everyone.
Mojaris
How can a traditional wedding groom lacks mojaris? Mojaris or juti is a footwear worn by Indian grooms on sherwani or dhoti kurta. These are leather flats curling at your toes in the centre. Encrust your mojaris with gems, stones or mirrors to look regal from top to bottom.