As a South Indian, I would say the third bride looked so BASIC. C’mon, there are literally SO many kanjivaram sarees that are absolutely breathtaking and none of the sarees they showed did any justice to our tradition.
To the people who are not familiar with Indian weddings, these dresses and sarees are BARE MINIMUM to what a bride usually wears here.. These are beautiful neverthless
There is a reality show in Canada called Bollywed about an Indian bridal shop in Toronto. They are also queer-friendly and they feature custom Indian fashion for LGBTQ+ Indian folx. It's more about the fam who runs the shop. You will love it!
@@Jane-ow7sr well why not? To me, it means that there might be episodes in which they hunt for two brides or grooms gowns, and that in many cases they will be exploring non-traditional options maybe in terms of construction, colours, styles, etc. in the Indian tradition or even Western traditions sense. So... I would say it does expand on info about wedding clothes
HauteLeMode is such a truly nice human being. While bringing a deep background of informed, educated, and obvious love of fashion, he is so approachable, balanced and human in his response. Being a good human is the first, most important quality that anyone has, in any subject, whom I respect and want to follow. Well done!!!
Yes she is a beautiful queen but I did not like the way that man judged her for not liking that dress showing cleavage. She was branded backward. It’s her choice.
For the cotton candy sari, as an Indian, I agree that it's not the typical bridal color palette. Generally speaking, brides traditionally like to wear brighter and bolder colors for their wedding and pastel shades are a bit unconventional. Not only that, but I felt like the lighter shades were washing her out.
That green dress was otherworldly. And I blubbered when the second bride emerged in the ice queen look - before they presented her with the shawl. I am obviously a mess.
Oh wow I teared up when they gave the second girl a dupatta with her dead brother's and dad's name embroidered on it. That was so sweet. I did not expect to be in tears from a video about fashion lol 🥹🙈
Context for Luke: Sarees (especially nice ones like this) usually come as a set, so she couldn't just swap out the blouse on the gold one. Traditionally, sarees are sold as one long piece of fabric. There's a bit on the end that you cut off and have custom made into a blouse in the style of your choice (having that kind of custom blouse made is actually pretty affordable in India). If you go into a traditional saree shop, it's just racks of fabric. You buy the fabric and then have the blouse fashioned on your own later. These are designer sarees, so the blouses are pre-made, but that's not how it's traditionally done. So yeah, she couldn't really just swap out the blouse. Nowadays you do see some mix-and-match options, but it's usually for more casual sarees
No, you can wear any blouse with any saree. Especially south brides, they get so much customisation on the blouse done it changes the whole vibe. I haven’t seen the show and this bride also could hv done that too. But that’s just how it goes. And here she is not wearing the traditional blouse which could be with the saree also, she is wearing just a generic silver/gold blouse only.
What are you saying? Pre-made blouses hardly ever fit well. In South India, the shopping for saree is done taking into consideration the time needed for stitching the blouse to perfection and doing custom embroidery, because that is were most time is taken. And you can definitely, purchase separate material for the blouse. Also, I think in this case she just wore one blouse that she already had because they couldn't realistically be prepared with different fitted blouses to try with different sarees
Its sooooo heartwarming to see luke reviewing indian outfits and not saying patronizing shit i hv heard others say like..ooohhhh i loveeee the traditional cultural heritage
I love when cultures take traditional clothes and put different spins on them. I think it's so fun and such a lovely way to keep traditional wear alive.
Hahahahahaha my biggest takeaway from this video is that a sundowner is such a Bombay (nobody really calls it Mumbai) thing! Providing more context for anyone who needs it - It's not really a wedding-specific thing, it's just what people here call parties that start around 5 pm and go until 9-ish pm. Sudnwoners are preferred around here because it's too hot in the daytime, and this way people can also get photos during golden hour and during sunset!
about the Bombay/Mumbaï thing, I was told that Bombay is a "colonial" name (but it is more suitable for the Bollywood expression) and that Mumbaï is more "respectful" for modern India ??? what do you think ? I've been 4 times in India (3 times in Bombay/MumbaÏ) before going to Hampi, Goa and Kerala and also in Kolkotta, Varanasi, Puri, etc ... I love India, it is more than a country it is so rich and diverse !
The plain gold feels almost like a neutral color, I really like the jewel tones more and even the pink and blue pastels. more vibrant colors will pop more in photographs.
I'm surprised the mom supported it - it totally washed her out. She probably found the gold embroidery old fashioned in the third but the best compromise would have been to go for a solid jewel tone with maybe some minimal embroidery.
i love to watch Indian outfits, all that embroidery, it's peace of art. I remember there was other one show similar to Say yes to the dress, Naazranaa diaries, just there are outfits for men too.
I literally just came back from India for a wedding, I can’t believe you’re making a video on this, how crazy. I wore my first lengha & the custom alterations they do over there really blew my mind. Incredible, beautiful culture. Would love to see more videos like this!
My god that green dress is stunning. That last gold dress still didn't work - it just didn't flatter her skin tone. That's why the green dress stood out so much was it complimented the first brides skin and hair colors so beautifully.
Hi Luke! Wanted to comment on the yardage for the saree’s typical length is 6 metres with 5.5 for the saree itself and half metre for the blouse bit which is part of the running fabric. But nowadays most people opt for separate blouses and use the 6 metre saree as is and the extra yardage gives more flexibility for beautiful pleating. While I live outside of India, I am an avid collector and wear a saree once every couple of months and dazzle people in my office :). Wedding sarees tend to go up to 9 yards and that’s only for a specific type of silk known as kanjeevaram , made in a township of the same name and a specific community tends to buy these 9 yard sarees to wear it in a style called the madisaar. Interesting most South Indians tend to opt for kancheevarams, but North Indians tend to opt for banarasi sarees, again namesake of the town they are made in. The traditional colours of a South Indian saree is usually Red, maroon, deep pink, marigold, dark green with gold or other colour woven in borders as they are considered auspicious colours. Though we are seeing a wave of pastels take the centre stage every now and then. While of course it’s the brides choice, I felt that the pink one would have been a good choice if it was a simple court marriage and the good one was fine but more suited for one of the many functions within the wedding ceremony, and not the main event, but understand that bride wanted a more contemporary look. But agree with you on the blouse, it was too casual for a wedding outfit, usually half or quarter sleeves with a lot of gold work or even a full sleeve is typical. Phew long note, sorry!
what I love most is you just be as the way you are, not trying to impress the whole world with loosing weight and body, best skin or surgery stuff. Two families accept the groom and bride as happy couple and embrace them for eternity.
I am a retired dressmaker. I have made for several Indian weddings. Depending on what religious sect they are from depends on how many garments they need. Aside from the bridal gown, there would be 2-3 garments for pre and post wedding receptions. And bridesmaids usually had at least 2 garments. For me it was fantastic to get 10 or so makes from 1 client.
The gold reminded me of a table cloth or drapes. I too liked the pink/blue. Not that I'm an Indian wedding efficinado, and of course as long as the bride is happy
Luke......it would be lovely to have a tour of your bookcases behind you. So many books about art and fashion! Please would you consider giving us a grand tour?? ❤
Indian wedding festivities tend to go on for days and have several different events with different vibes for each. Presumably the sundowner is the more partying event. The actual vows would be a diffent event. Then maybe another for meeting the - maybe hundreds - of guests and another for feeding guests. Obviously the wealth of the family affects how complicated the wedding celebration is and how many events are held. But the traditional structure certainly makes it easier for the bride to have a dress for partying in and another for the ritual/vows part than western brides who are often trying to combine both aspects in the one dress.
Thank you so much for doing this video! I love ALL your videos and commentary but as an Indian I truly do appreciate your genuine interest in the Indian craft.. however what you are seeing here is gorgeous but perhaps bear in mind it does not necessarily encompass the very traditional craftsmanship which is truly unbelievable magical
The pink and blue saree looked so good on her; her friends are haters! 😤 Also, the gold saree would've popped more with a benarasi blue, red/pink or green blouse.
It did look good, but it just wasn't bridal. I can guarantee that the guests at the wedding would've worn something grander than that. We can't have the bride be overshadowed by the guests. And none of the sarees really complemented her skin tone. She would've looked gorgeous in some deep reds or dark greens.
@@elithluxe7568 Nah, the guests usually come decked to the nines. In a saree that simple, it would be quite easy to upstage the bride. We don't have fixed colours for the bride to wear in South Indian weddings, so there's no colours off-limits for the guests either (except black or white, both are considered inauspicious). So the bride just won't "pop" as much in the blue-pink saree or something similar to that pastel colour palette. Did you know people wear sarees weaved with gold thread to other people's weddings? Like at least leave that to the bride.
As an Indian myself this outfits is no where close to real thing we're more extravagant especially for wedding outfits. It's more silk based in the south with emphasis on gold jewellery while red dominating the northern part with more details like embroidery and sequins, beads etc with Kundan motifs jewellery or diamond/mock diamond sets. Although Bollywood brides have influenced the new pastel/white situation but yeah I wonder how you'd react to the real thing that actually goes around here. Bdw love your take on fashion weeks 😘
I was thinking the same thing, i find the dresses kind of bland compared to the usual thing. Why do you think that is? Why aren’t the showing dresses with a “bridal” amount of work?
@@valf156115 the stylists who work on these have no actual exposure to real life trends they're mostly NRIs themselves so the first hand experience they have is either from the immigrant families they grew up in or the Indian boutiques operating there who put out trends based of the western fashion weeks or textile availability there. So they look chalky and outdated especially with mix-match theory. It's ingrained in the headset that fusion is the way to go with everything. But it doesn't quite translate well with Indian Bridal Wear. It needs a lot of work to balance fusion here due regional complexities that exist just within one state of India let alone four corners of the subcontinent.
Try Nazranaa Diaries. The owners of that shop design their lehengas and even the men's sherwanis. They often show both the bride and the groom choosing outfits along with pictures from weddings.
You just nail it with your reactions. When you are overjoyed with a dress and look, it shows on your face in earnest. It is also genuine. Keep that. xoxo
not gonna lie, as a south indian, the third video was... disappointing. im not usually this harsh about fashion but we have such incredible gorgeous breathtaking silk saris while these were so plain and the draping could have been SO much better
I agree 100%. The draping of the gold and the gold+pink saree wasn't right. While the pink+blue pastel saree was not the right one for the occassion, but it was so beautifully draped around her figure. I wonder if it's the type of silk in the saree. I grew up in the south, so I know my silk sarees and these were just not IT.
@@implodingstar1649 especially for wedding saris? i understand if these were for a guest but even casual saris i see around me are of better... quality? maybe the designer wasnt south indian coz i dont know a single south indian who grew up here and wouldnt think these were disappointing 😭
The first girl, all three dresses looked great or maybe she looked great in all three dresses. The second girl, the last dress she tried was definitely the best. And the last girl, I liked the pink and blue better though the gold was definitely more regal.
I absolutely do wish for you to react to Nigerian Wedding Dress, both the white and traditional wedding, because we honestly have fantastic and creative designer, I can name you few who I considered to be amazing such as VeekeJames, Prudential Style, and Idionupo, or go on Bella Naija Wedding, because they have a wide range. It would be nice for you to reach to Nigerian dresses.
Sweetie, never apologize for showing us your gorgeous full-on smile! I think you are adorable anyway (spoken like a Mom or Grandma, I know…. but I AM both of those) and that smile just made your face glow… in the good way, not a sweaty mess way. I absolute looooooove watching you react to the ‘Say Yes to the Dress’ episodes; I actually learn a lot from you as you describe WHY you like or dislike something. TTYL❣️❣️❣️🇨🇦
I'm obsessed with this content Luke! More Indian fashion for the people! Stunning colors! It's so fun to see other culture's fashion than only the classic western fashion(which is mostly typically Brittish, US, French and Italian anyway).
oooof that green dress!!! The color, the fit, the DRAMA!! Amazing. I didn't understand how they had a blue veil ready made for the second bride? I mean, what if she would have gone for the red polka dot dress?
So fun seeing your reactions and attempting to understand all the different cultures... Would love for you to have like zoom meeting with desi fashion content creators who can speak to different regions and the different religions. Would be se cool to see your reaction first and then what you think after getting some context!
Don't be disappointed about the "blouse" of the sari. In India blouse isn't a ready made garment. Traditionally the blouse piece comes attached to the sari and after you buy a sari, you got to your tailor with the blouse piece and give your measurements and design for the blouse and they make it for you. no body has the same measurements and same ratios hence you can't buy off the rack blouse like that .. like that is not a thing. subsequently if you want a contrast blouse or something different, you go to a fabric store, buy whatever you like and then go to the tailor and get a blouse made and lot of people do this even for example when the sari didn't come with a blouse piece or if they're wearing someone else's sari like a friend or mother or something heirloom and need a blouse made for them. Even if you do buy a blouse let's say a very one of a kind embellished piece, those are very popular nowadays.. it is usually free size and you then go to the tailor and get it fitted. That is the beauty of India. It's not.... one size fits all. Everything is so bespoke and unique.
That pink-blue saree wasn't really traditional bridal colours.. like pastel colours saree aren't the first choice of colours. I am Bengali and Bengali brides were banarasi silk sarees, red is traditionally the preferred colour most. Though bright blue, pink and green are also popular these days.
What?? how does no one like the south indian bride's sari, its soooo elegant and unique! Not everyone wants to wear heavily embellished outfits. And she looked so happy, good for her
So what I have learned today is that Indians are so fashionable. Like there's fashionable people everywhere but even the men in these parties knew what the were talking about. And they were all so supportive and it was just lovely. So rip me, I'm going to Binge this entire show. K bye.
I love watching this! It's so interesting to see different cultures takes on weddings, and really interesting to see western influences in India- I've seen so many ways that Indian culture has influenced the west and it's interesting to see the reverse too :)
Great timing, I’m currently visiting India for the first time from Ireland. A good friend of mine is Indian and I went to his wedding last week. The dresses are spectacular! But the men’s suits also, they are just as bedazzled and impressive. (Indian weddings are amazing by the way, had so much fun)
Would love to see you do Nazranaa Diaries Season 5. The sister and brother designer duo have their own shop in NJ and they do incredible custom wedding lehengas and attire for the culturally diverse. They did some same sex episodes which turned out stunningly gorgeous. I think you would be very impressed with the work craftsmanship of their outfits. Unbelievable ❤❤❤
This may be an unpopular opinion, but I would be completely OK if Luke switched up his channel and exclusively covered Indian fashion. That's how much I love it!🤗
Honestly, one of the best parts about our weddings! I also love how Indian brides always encourage their friends to show up & show out. I've seen that this isn't a common sentiment in many cultures. Brides tend to want to look "the best" or be the centre of attention. Which is absolutely valid btw! But all the weddings I've been to in India, the bride wants her friends and family to dress just as beautifully as her. It's seen as a collective celebration. I personally absolutely love that about our weddings. Although, as I said, the other alternative of wanting tje wedding to be more about yourself is just as valid & there is absolutely nothing wrong with that! Different strokes for different folks.
I mean say yes to the dress is ok but my all time favourite will be band baaja baarat with sabyasachi for sure I like how he helps in every step of the wedding like from outfits to jewellery to makeup to videography and they show how the wedding turn out I just love i mean I am sure all can relate how everyone wanted to be a sabyasachi bride at one point you should definitely try out
The pastel pink and blue sari was the best, she looked beautiful in it, I do think the gold bra top could have been changed to red, royal blue or indigo to make the gold pop.
As a South Indian, I would say the third bride looked so BASIC. C’mon, there are literally SO many kanjivaram sarees that are absolutely breathtaking and none of the sarees they showed did any justice to our tradition.
I agree, the sarees were the type that I've seen older guests wear. Too plain for an Indian bride.
I swear
I disagree. I think the gold looked absolutely stunning.
At least she can wear it again. I do agree, they don't look bridal.
I agree lol these weee all basic asf
To the people who are not familiar with Indian weddings, these dresses and sarees are BARE MINIMUM to what a bride usually wears here.. These are beautiful neverthless
Exactly! I'm Christian but man is it so cool to see Indian wedding photos and how everyone just goes all out! Honestly love it
I like the video, but his reactions are annoying. Can anyone tell me what show is that (one about the dresses)
There is a reality show in Canada called Bollywed about an Indian bridal shop in Toronto. They are also queer-friendly and they feature custom Indian fashion for LGBTQ+ Indian folx. It's more about the fam who runs the shop. You will love it!
90% of that has nothing to do with the clothes of focus.
I'm going to look for that one. Thanks. 🇨🇦
Also Nazranaa Diaries from NJ.
Where when what channel. I know l will love it!🇨🇦❤️
@@Jane-ow7sr well why not? To me, it means that there might be episodes in which they hunt for two brides or grooms gowns, and that in many cases they will be exploring non-traditional options maybe in terms of construction, colours, styles, etc. in the Indian tradition or even Western traditions sense. So... I would say it does expand on info about wedding clothes
HauteLeMode is such a truly nice human being. While bringing a deep background of informed, educated, and obvious love of fashion, he is so approachable, balanced and human in his response. Being a good human is the first, most important quality that anyone has, in any subject, whom I respect and want to follow. Well done!!!
The pastel pink and blue really looked so good on her.🥲
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That kinda saree would probably be worn by attending guests, so may not be a good choice for the bride... though it looks really good 😅
@@kiranirkal ah I see. I hope she bought the pastel one for another occasion because it really was a perfect match.🤧
In total agreement the pastel was divine! I was disappointed, even to the point that the gold one she chose was a bit, dare I say, curtainish… 🫣
@@Happincto me it didn’t have any contrast, it would be so much better with some red accents.
The first girlie pulling off all those colours; purple, deep red, green, and looking expensive and beautiful. I'm jealous 💖
Yes she is a beautiful queen but I did not like the way that man judged her for not liking that dress showing cleavage. She was branded backward. It’s her choice.
She looked beautiful in all of them.
For the cotton candy sari, as an Indian, I agree that it's not the typical bridal color palette. Generally speaking, brides traditionally like to wear brighter and bolder colors for their wedding and pastel shades are a bit unconventional. Not only that, but I felt like the lighter shades were washing her out.
the plain gold just blended with her skin to much
Absolutely. If you can get away with string colors go for it. You are only young once
That green dress was otherworldly. And I blubbered when the second bride emerged in the ice queen look - before they presented her with the shawl. I am obviously a mess.
Oh wow I teared up when they gave the second girl a dupatta with her dead brother's and dad's name embroidered on it. That was so sweet. I did not expect to be in tears from a video about fashion lol 🥹🙈
Lol💖 Same here! It was such a touching moment!💝
oh god I'm so glad I'm not alone in this! it was so beautiful
Same! 😭😭
Context for Luke: Sarees (especially nice ones like this) usually come as a set, so she couldn't just swap out the blouse on the gold one. Traditionally, sarees are sold as one long piece of fabric. There's a bit on the end that you cut off and have custom made into a blouse in the style of your choice (having that kind of custom blouse made is actually pretty affordable in India). If you go into a traditional saree shop, it's just racks of fabric. You buy the fabric and then have the blouse fashioned on your own later. These are designer sarees, so the blouses are pre-made, but that's not how it's traditionally done. So yeah, she couldn't really just swap out the blouse. Nowadays you do see some mix-and-match options, but it's usually for more casual sarees
i have a lot of brocade blouses that go with a variety of zari/kanjeevaram sarees
If a bride wanted to, she could of course mix match the blouse. Theres not really any rules.
No, you can wear any blouse with any saree. Especially south brides, they get so much customisation on the blouse done it changes the whole vibe. I haven’t seen the show and this bride also could hv done that too. But that’s just how it goes. And here she is not wearing the traditional blouse which could be with the saree also, she is wearing just a generic silver/gold blouse only.
It's true when you're buying the whole saree & getting your own blouse stitched. Doesn't apply here.
What are you saying? Pre-made blouses hardly ever fit well. In South India, the shopping for saree is done taking into consideration the time needed for stitching the blouse to perfection and doing custom embroidery, because that is were most time is taken. And you can definitely, purchase separate material for the blouse.
Also, I think in this case she just wore one blouse that she already had because they couldn't realistically be prepared with different fitted blouses to try with different sarees
Did he just call a saree pallu- a one shoulder moment omg I can’t it’s cute 😭
I thought it was ignorant. He should have done a little research about Indian wedding ceremonies and typical attire before commenting.
That green dress with the cape is incredible.
not even done but that green dress the first bride got is SOOOO STUNNING i want that in black so bad
not me building an Indian marriage venu on the sims for two of my Indian sims who just got engaged lol perfect timing for inspo for her dress!!
I love how when she came out in the green dress , everyone immediately knew that was the one. 😊 she was stunningggggggg 💅✨️
Its sooooo heartwarming to see luke reviewing indian outfits and not saying patronizing shit i hv heard others say like..ooohhhh i loveeee the traditional cultural heritage
The second girl's final dress made me cry it was so perfect and I don't cry over these shows at all. And then they bring out that sari, I'm a mess. 😢😊
That lehenga of the second bride! Absolutely gorgeous, Indian dresses always leave me speechless
@@roshnipatra3616 Apologies, I already edited it
The second one, with the ice queen theme, had me in tear such a beautiful dress
I love when cultures take traditional clothes and put different spins on them. I think it's so fun and such a lovely way to keep traditional wear alive.
I loved the green dress, the way it moved was amazing, the color popped on her, and the cape accent was wow.
Hahahahahaha my biggest takeaway from this video is that a sundowner is such a Bombay (nobody really calls it Mumbai) thing! Providing more context for anyone who needs it - It's not really a wedding-specific thing, it's just what people here call parties that start around 5 pm and go until 9-ish pm. Sudnwoners are preferred around here because it's too hot in the daytime, and this way people can also get photos during golden hour and during sunset!
I rarely hear people call it Bombay anymore idk
about the Bombay/Mumbaï thing, I was told that Bombay is a "colonial" name (but it is more suitable for the Bollywood expression) and that Mumbaï is more "respectful" for modern India ??? what do you think ?
I've been 4 times in India (3 times in Bombay/MumbaÏ) before going to Hampi, Goa and Kerala and also in Kolkotta, Varanasi, Puri, etc ... I love India, it is more than a country it is so rich and diverse !
We have sundowners in South Africa too
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@@musamoshe8643 We do Sundowners in New Zealand as well, probably a former British Empire thing.
Love how honest but still very supportive the third mother is.
I burst into tears when I saw those embroidered names! I can't imagine how meaningful that was to the bride and her family. GORGEOUSNESS!
Luke talking about Indian "fashhhunn" is a whole ass mood and I'm living for it ❤
The plain gold feels almost like a neutral color, I really like the jewel tones more and even the pink and blue pastels. more vibrant colors will pop more in photographs.
I'm surprised the mom supported it - it totally washed her out. She probably found the gold embroidery old fashioned in the third but the best compromise would have been to go for a solid jewel tone with maybe some minimal embroidery.
I love how your face lights up when you love a look.
i love to watch Indian outfits, all that embroidery, it's peace of art. I remember there was other one show similar to Say yes to the dress, Naazranaa diaries, just there are outfits for men too.
I love Naazranaa Diaries - the designs are amazing!
I literally just came back from India for a wedding, I can’t believe you’re making a video on this, how crazy. I wore my first lengha & the custom alterations they do over there really blew my mind. Incredible, beautiful culture. Would love to see more videos like this!
My god that green dress is stunning. That last gold dress still didn't work - it just didn't flatter her skin tone. That's why the green dress stood out so much was it complimented the first brides skin and hair colors so beautifully.
Hi Luke! Wanted to comment on the yardage for the saree’s typical length is 6 metres with 5.5 for the saree itself and half metre for the blouse bit which is part of the running fabric. But nowadays most people opt for separate blouses and use the 6 metre saree as is and the extra yardage gives more flexibility for beautiful pleating. While I live outside of India, I am an avid collector and wear a saree once every couple of months and dazzle people in my office :). Wedding sarees tend to go up to 9 yards and that’s only for a specific type of silk known as kanjeevaram , made in a township of the same name and a specific community tends to buy these 9 yard sarees to wear it in a style called the madisaar. Interesting most South Indians tend to opt for kancheevarams, but North Indians tend to opt for banarasi sarees, again namesake of the town they are made in. The traditional colours of a South Indian saree is usually Red, maroon, deep pink, marigold, dark green with gold or other colour woven in borders as they are considered auspicious colours. Though we are seeing a wave of pastels take the centre stage every now and then. While of course it’s the brides choice, I felt that the pink one would have been a good choice if it was a simple court marriage and the good one was fine but more suited for one of the many functions within the wedding ceremony, and not the main event, but understand that bride wanted a more contemporary look. But agree with you on the blouse, it was too casual for a wedding outfit, usually half or quarter sleeves with a lot of gold work or even a full sleeve is typical. Phew long note, sorry!
what I love most is you just be as the way you are, not trying to impress the whole world with loosing weight and body, best skin or surgery stuff. Two families accept the groom and bride as happy couple and embrace them for eternity.
Indian bridal gowns are in a stratosphere all their own. So stunning.
Indian wedding dresses are a experience…
I am a retired dressmaker. I have made for several Indian weddings. Depending on what religious sect they are from depends on how many garments they need. Aside from the bridal gown, there would be 2-3 garments for pre and post wedding receptions. And bridesmaids usually had at least 2 garments.
For me it was fantastic to get 10 or so makes from 1 client.
i would have loved to see a deep toned blouse with the gold saari 😮❤️🔥
Wow the hand embroidered names were in such beautiful calligraphy! If this was the US it would just be in like times new roman
The gold reminded me of a table cloth or drapes. I too liked the pink/blue. Not that I'm an Indian wedding efficinado, and of course as long as the bride is happy
That pink and blue are mostly worn by the guests
It's not even close to the real thing we're more extravagant that blouse we'll not even wedding guests would wear it.
Luke......it would be lovely to have a tour of your bookcases behind you. So many books about art and fashion! Please would you consider giving us a grand tour?? ❤
i second this! I've been looking for some art and fashion book recs
I second this! I always want to know what's on someone's bookshelf!
me too. i was thinking that specifically during this video
Hopefully Luke might favour us with a little look at his library. ☺️ Also, I would *love* to know what his favourite book is in his collection!!
Yes, please! I stop the video and zoom to read the titles of your books. I would love a book tour!
Indian wedding festivities tend to go on for days and have several different events with different vibes for each. Presumably the sundowner is the more partying event. The actual vows would be a diffent event. Then maybe another for meeting the - maybe hundreds - of guests and another for feeding guests. Obviously the wealth of the family affects how complicated the wedding celebration is and how many events are held. But the traditional structure certainly makes it easier for the bride to have a dress for partying in and another for the ritual/vows part than western brides who are often trying to combine both aspects in the one dress.
Green is my favorite color and I lOVE folliage as a pattern. The first dress is perfect for my taste. And she looked stunning in it too.
Thank you so much for doing this video! I love ALL your videos and commentary but as an Indian I truly do appreciate your genuine interest in the Indian craft..
however what you are seeing here is gorgeous but perhaps bear in mind it does not necessarily encompass the very traditional craftsmanship which is truly unbelievable magical
4:11 "I love a little one shouldered moment" LIES!
The pink and blue saree looked so good on her; her friends are haters! 😤
Also, the gold saree would've popped more with a benarasi blue, red/pink or green blouse.
It did look good, but it just wasn't bridal. I can guarantee that the guests at the wedding would've worn something grander than that. We can't have the bride be overshadowed by the guests. And none of the sarees really complemented her skin tone. She would've looked gorgeous in some deep reds or dark greens.
@@sushmitaraodesaraju6330but I heard it is impossible to upstage an Indian bride since you’ll always know who it is
@@elithluxe7568 Nah, the guests usually come decked to the nines. In a saree that simple, it would be quite easy to upstage the bride. We don't have fixed colours for the bride to wear in South Indian weddings, so there's no colours off-limits for the guests either (except black or white, both are considered inauspicious). So the bride just won't "pop" as much in the blue-pink saree or something similar to that pastel colour palette. Did you know people wear sarees weaved with gold thread to other people's weddings? Like at least leave that to the bride.
I am loving your reactions to these dresses and these families! Love your channel and I totally respect your knowledge about fashion and designers!
As an Indian myself this outfits is no where close to real thing we're more extravagant especially for wedding outfits. It's more silk based in the south with emphasis on gold jewellery while red dominating the northern part with more details like embroidery and sequins, beads etc with Kundan motifs jewellery or diamond/mock diamond sets. Although Bollywood brides have influenced the new pastel/white situation but yeah I wonder how you'd react to the real thing that actually goes around here. Bdw love your take on fashion weeks 😘
I was thinking the same thing, i find the dresses kind of bland compared to the usual thing. Why do you think that is? Why aren’t the showing dresses with a “bridal” amount of work?
@@valf156115 the stylists who work on these have no actual exposure to real life trends they're mostly NRIs themselves so the first hand experience they have is either from the immigrant families they grew up in or the Indian boutiques operating there who put out trends based of the western fashion weeks or textile availability there.
So they look chalky and outdated especially with mix-match theory. It's ingrained in the headset that fusion is the way to go with everything. But it doesn't quite translate well with Indian Bridal Wear. It needs a lot of work to balance fusion here due regional complexities that exist just within one state of India let alone four corners of the subcontinent.
I love this version of the show so much. Everything is gorgeous!
honestly our bridal outfits are way WAYYY more out there than whats shown here.
That green dress was so beautiful!
Try Nazranaa Diaries. The owners of that shop design their lehengas and even the men's sherwanis. They often show both the bride and the groom choosing outfits along with pictures from weddings.
I just shared this too
the second bride's dress was so gorgeous and sweet 🥺
The iced queen dress made me cry with how perfect it was.
The pastel blue and pink saree was nice.
With a better blouse and better styling the gold saree might look nice
Do more of these
I am literally In love with these videos 💗💗💗
You just nail it with your reactions. When you are overjoyed with a dress and look, it shows on your face in earnest. It is also genuine. Keep that. xoxo
I love that you are covering Indian design. In the US, bridal is a little boring imo. I love color, so this makes me so happy. More, more!
not gonna lie, as a south indian, the third video was... disappointing. im not usually this harsh about fashion but we have such incredible gorgeous breathtaking silk saris while these were so plain and the draping could have been SO much better
I agree 100%. The draping of the gold and the gold+pink saree wasn't right. While the pink+blue pastel saree was not the right one for the occassion, but it was so beautifully draped around her figure. I wonder if it's the type of silk in the saree. I grew up in the south, so I know my silk sarees and these were just not IT.
@@implodingstar1649 especially for wedding saris? i understand if these were for a guest but even casual saris i see around me are of better... quality? maybe the designer wasnt south indian coz i dont know a single south indian who grew up here and wouldnt think these were disappointing 😭
@@namjooniejoon6814 completely agree with you. And secondly, Hey fellow Army!
The frozen dress was beautiful 😍 and it also made me cry like....
The first girl, all three dresses looked great or maybe she looked great in all three dresses. The second girl, the last dress she tried was definitely the best. And the last girl, I liked the pink and blue better though the gold was definitely more regal.
The Elsa icy dress was gorgeous
Please do more of SYTTD -India. I love the colours, the saris, and that the gowns are beautiful and different from our western brides gowns.
You are so sweet when you do wedding videos!! Love seeing you smile!
I absolutely do wish for you to react to Nigerian Wedding Dress, both the white and traditional wedding, because we honestly have fantastic and creative designer, I can name you few who I considered to be amazing such as VeekeJames, Prudential Style, and Idionupo, or go on Bella Naija Wedding, because they have a wide range. It would be nice for you to reach to Nigerian dresses.
This was so wholesome and beautiful to watch with you!❤❤❤ MORE PLEEAAASE❤❤❤
Sweetie, never apologize for showing us your gorgeous full-on smile! I think you are adorable anyway (spoken like a Mom or Grandma, I know…. but I AM both of those) and that smile just made your face glow… in the good way, not a sweaty mess way. I absolute looooooove watching you react to the ‘Say Yes to the Dress’ episodes; I actually learn a lot from you as you describe WHY you like or dislike something. TTYL❣️❣️❣️🇨🇦
I'm obsessed with this content Luke! More Indian fashion for the people! Stunning colors! It's so fun to see other culture's fashion than only the classic western fashion(which is mostly typically Brittish, US, French and Italian anyway).
I am a total fabric-by-the-yard girl and all of these Sari’s and dresses were amazing! Thanks for showing!
oooof that green dress!!! The color, the fit, the DRAMA!! Amazing. I didn't understand how they had a blue veil ready made for the second bride? I mean, what if she would have gone for the red polka dot dress?
So fun seeing your reactions and attempting to understand all the different cultures... Would love for you to have like zoom meeting with desi fashion content creators who can speak to different regions and the different religions. Would be se cool to see your reaction first and then what you think after getting some context!
You reviewing SYTtD India is my favorite ❤ I love your happy/joy face ❤
Don't be disappointed about the "blouse" of the sari. In India blouse isn't a ready made garment. Traditionally the blouse piece comes attached to the sari and after you buy a sari, you got to your tailor with the blouse piece and give your measurements and design for the blouse and they make it for you. no body has the same measurements and same ratios hence you can't buy off the rack blouse like that .. like that is not a thing. subsequently if you want a contrast blouse or something different, you go to a fabric store, buy whatever you like and then go to the tailor and get a blouse made and lot of people do this even for example when the sari didn't come with a blouse piece or if they're wearing someone else's sari like a friend or mother or something heirloom and need a blouse made for them. Even if you do buy a blouse let's say a very one of a kind embellished piece, those are very popular nowadays.. it is usually free size and you then go to the tailor and get it fitted. That is the beauty of India. It's not.... one size fits all. Everything is so bespoke and unique.
That pink-blue saree wasn't really traditional bridal colours.. like pastel colours saree aren't the first choice of colours. I am Bengali and Bengali brides were banarasi silk sarees, red is traditionally the preferred colour most. Though bright blue, pink and green are also popular these days.
What?? how does no one like the south indian bride's sari, its soooo elegant and unique! Not everyone wants to wear heavily embellished outfits. And she looked so happy, good for her
So what I have learned today is that Indians are so fashionable. Like there's fashionable people everywhere but even the men in these parties knew what the were talking about. And they were all so supportive and it was just lovely. So rip me, I'm going to Binge this entire show. K bye.
I love watching this! It's so interesting to see different cultures takes on weddings, and really interesting to see western influences in India- I've seen so many ways that Indian culture has influenced the west and it's interesting to see the reverse too :)
That pink and blue sari is giving "Hi Barbie!" Super cute, and cute on her, but I get it not being for a wedding, especially an Indian wedding
Luke, I'm loving watching these episodes with you !
The pink and blue saree was my fave of em all. So pretty but yeah it’s not glam enough for a bride
love hearing your take on it, thank you!
Great timing, I’m currently visiting India for the first time from Ireland. A good friend of mine is Indian and I went to his wedding last week. The dresses are spectacular! But the men’s suits also, they are just as bedazzled and impressive. (Indian weddings are amazing by the way, had so much fun)
These Indian wedding dresses are so beautiful. I agree with Luke on the golden sari, change out the blouse to a different shade maybe a metallic one.
The blue ice princess one made me cry. 😭😭💙💙💙
I could not love these videos more. Made my day ❤️
Would love to see you do Nazranaa Diaries Season 5. The sister and brother designer duo have their own shop in NJ and they do incredible custom wedding lehengas and attire for the culturally diverse. They did some same sex episodes which turned out stunningly gorgeous. I think you would be very impressed with the work craftsmanship of their outfits. Unbelievable ❤❤❤
Oh I loved the blue and pink one...
I'm an Indian and knowing how extravagant Indian wedding dresses are.. These are underwhelming.
This may be an unpopular opinion, but I would be completely OK if
Luke switched up his channel and exclusively covered Indian fashion. That's how much I love it!🤗
Aw your reactions are so cute, you’re fun to watch, new sub!
Thank you for this Indian wedding dress video, otherwise I wouldn't see these beautiful saris. You're a lot of fun Luke! 😊
You're so cute the way you're enoying this!!!
yes to the dress in india is just next level the colors the shapes all of it its so beautyfull show...
also the naked part of skin, the femininity, all of it. love it..
Honestly, one of the best parts about our weddings! I also love how Indian brides always encourage their friends to show up & show out. I've seen that this isn't a common sentiment in many cultures. Brides tend to want to look "the best" or be the centre of attention. Which is absolutely valid btw! But all the weddings I've been to in India, the bride wants her friends and family to dress just as beautifully as her. It's seen as a collective celebration. I personally absolutely love that about our weddings. Although, as I said, the other alternative of wanting tje wedding to be more about yourself is just as valid & there is absolutely nothing wrong with that! Different strokes for different folks.
The golden Sari was IT!
So statuesque!
I can also imagine a Greco Roman drape version of that on a white woman for the Oscars!
I love the variety and the craftsmenship its absolutely stunning, so much more varied and interesting than western SYTTD. Keep them coming!
YEEEES BEEN WAITING FOR MROE OF THIIIS
I mean say yes to the dress is ok but my all time favourite will be band baaja baarat with sabyasachi for sure I like how he helps in every step of the wedding like from outfits to jewellery to makeup to videography and they show how the wedding turn out I just love i mean I am sure all can relate how everyone wanted to be a sabyasachi bride at one point you should definitely try out
Watching drama vid after drama vid… it’s lovely to watch the smiling and the happy and all of that ❤
Need more episodes of this
You might enjoy Also Nazranaa Diaries--a similar format show--Indian wedding dress salon in New Jersey. Lots of chic Lahengas
Yay finally our wish has come true. Absolutely loved this episode. Please never stop doing these! ❤❤❤
The pastel pink and blue sari was the best, she looked beautiful in it, I do think the gold bra top could have been changed to red, royal blue or indigo to make the gold pop.