Imagine having your heart set on a saree for your Indian wedding. You wanted to go full traditional but are too confused given the infinite number of choices and unfamiliarity with Indian culture.

Eventually, you cannot find a dress in time and have to go with an ordinary readymade lehenga. To ensure this situation is not yours, we have created a list of the top 10 wedding saree designs for an Indian wedding in the UK that you can conveniently buy online. 

1. Kanjivaram Sarees 

Among the latest wedding saree collections are Kanjivaram sarees. Also known as Kanchipuram sarees, these are traditionally woven from 100% pure mulberry silk thread, sourced from south India. With embellishments like Zari, sequin and beads, this saree is well-loved across the world and is always admired for its rich sheen and texture. 

In India these sarees are still made with the traditional technique where one weaver works on the right side and the other weaver works on the left side, creating intricate patterns and designs.

2. Banarasi Silk Saree

Originating from Varanasi, this handwoven saree is made from high-quality pure silk and is the perfect saree for a wedding guest at a UK wedding. Often celebrated for their intricate brocade work, Banarasi sarees have been the staple wedding saree design of Indian brides for centuries in India. 

This wedding saree dress comes with a wide variety of designs for you to choose from. The silk is not only smooth in texture, but it radiates a royal opulence. Celebrities like Nita Ambani and Malaika Arora often wear these sarees on special occasions.

3. Embroidered Sarees 

This traditional Indian wedding saree is defined by its use of intricate variations of embroidery in the design. It makes use of zari (thin gold or silver threads), Reshamm (thick heavy threads), chikankari (white or cream-coloured threads), or mirror work, embroidered sarees have taken the world by storm with their elegant charm.

4. Net Sarees

Made from a lightweight semi-transparent fabric, this is the perfect designer saree for a wedding which you can buy at a reasonable price. Its breathable fabric makes it a good choice for a summer wedding, and it comes in several variations (Scalloped, Embellished or Bridal). 

Its semi-transparent quality allows for the gorgeous blouse or petticoat to be visible. Embellished with embroidery, sequins or lace work, net sarees have a huge visual appeal.

5. Pastel Pallet

Shifting from the traditional red wedding saree designs often worn by brides at weddings, pastel sarees have recently emerged as a bride favourite! This saree design is often worn by guests to wedding parties as well. It is characterised by its soft, calm and subtle colour pallet. 

This wedding saree’s modern colours allow them to be gracefully paired with jackets of similar design. These colours include – Pink, Peach, Lavender, Mint Green, etc. It is mostly paired with sequin embellishments to give it a grand look.

6. Organza Sarees 

Organza fabric is typically known for its light weight and crispiness. Organza fabric offers a subtle sheen throughout the look giving it a royal look.

It is often chosen because the plain weave or organza makes it easy to drape across the body in any manner, allowing for a variety of styles for a wedding party.

7. Cocktail Sarees 

No need to shy away from wedding photography when wearing this stunning, modern, fusion-inspired variation of traditional sarees. Unlike age-old sarees, cocktail sarees are mostly stitched with blouses, making them much easier and more comfortable to wear. Cocktail Sarees often feature modern designs like asymmetric edges or ruffles. 

8. Sequin Sarees

Embellished with gorgeous sequins (small shiny beads sewn into the fabric to create patterns and designs), these sarees are one of the easiest ways to dress in a grand style. 

The most preferred fabric options for sequin sarees are mesh, georgette or sometimes even silk. These are available in the classic golden and silver hue and even vibrant hues like red and blue.

9. Chiffon Sarees 

Crafted from lightweight and soft Chiffon fabric, this simple wedding saree design often features bold and vibrant prints. Soft pastel shades are the most popular colours in this fabric which enhance its texture. 

Unlike silk sarees, chiffon sarees offer a more affordable option and ensure that you don’t have to compromise on your look.

10. Lehenga Sarees

Lehenga sarees are one of the favourites of Asian wedding photographers because of their extravagant silhouette. Combining the elegance of a traditional saree with the sensational flair of a lehenga, lehenga Sarees are a fusion that you just can’t overlook.

If you want to give a stunning appearance to the guests, this is also the perfect wedding saree for the bride’s mother. The top half resembles a traditional saree with a flowing drape and a pallu that can be worn in various styles. The bottom half, like a lehenga, is a flared skirt. This hybrid combination offers you a ton of variety to choose from.

Marriage Saree Blouse Designs

Here are some gorgeous marriage saree blouse designs you can pair with traditional Indian sarees. 

1. A Leheriya Style Blouse Design

This V-neck Blouse design is adorned with a Leheriya print that can be worn with sarees of matching hues. 

2. Gold Saree Blouse Design With A Deep Neck

In one of the top wedding guest outfit hues, this golden saree blouse with a deep neck can make you shine brighter than a diamond. 

3. Lipstick Red Blouse In Raw Silk

Made from raw silk, this blouse, in the traditional red colour, comes with a scoop neckline. With puffed shoulders and half sleeves, this blouse gives your saree a truly elegant look. 

4. Peach skin Blouse In Organza 

With a plunging V neckline and three-quarter balloon sleeves, this organza blouse will pair perfectly with your organza saree.