With soaring temperatures and clear skies comes the exciting summer wedding season around the globe! There are very few things that bring the same amount of joy as watching your loved ones tying the knot with their partner. The honour of being asked to be a bridesmaid is like icing on the cake!

Being a bridesmaid may come with many responsibilities, but the wedding is also the perfect chance to leave your mark with breathtaking fashion choices. While it’s important that you don’t outshine the Bride, there are no rules when it comes to being the best-dressed BFF!

Wondering how to ace Bridesmaid duties while making a few hearts stop with your sartorial choices? Turn to these Bollywood divas who know how to do it effortlessly! From new-age marvels to cultural classics, these stars sure know how to put together an enchanting look.

Summertime Florals

Regardless of what Miranda Priestly said in the Devil Wears Prada, florals for spring and summer can be groundbreaking, and Alia Bhatt shows us how! Clad in Anushree Reddy, the actor demonstrates how to nail the subliminal look for your best girlfriend’s big day. A summer wedding favourite, nothing says romance like the whimsical prints that add a fun & flirty vibe to your look. Take notes from the Bollywood diva on how to elevate your outfit without complicating it. Add a fuss-free Potli and statement-ring to recreate Bhatt’s enchanting look.

Pastel Dream

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Pretty Pink? Yes, please! If you’re looking to be a minimalist bridesmaid, then the pastel colour palette is the perfect choice. Exuding ethereal charm and beauty, Ananya Panday is the epitome of feminine grace in this whimsical Amit Aggarwal creation! The new-age diva wore a hand-embroidered bustier paired with a plissé pencil skirt for her cousin’s star-studded ceremony. Count on pastel-hued ensembles to make a dreamy statement this season for a beach wedding or an intimate backyard ceremony and everything under the sun. Elevate your look with dainty earrings to match as Panday did, or opt for a dainty necklace to add your own spin to it.

Maximalist Mode

Functional, flattering, and feminine- you can never go wrong with a saree for an Indian wedding! Always in the know of trends, Sobhita Dhulipala wore an eye-catching drape from Papa Don’t Preach by Shubhika for her sister’s reception party, making a case for the “more is more” aesthetic. You can always rely on a Papa Don’t Preach design to turn up the drama with their signature 3D embellishments. If you’re looking to go all-out for your loved one’s wedding, turn to this look for inspiration. The ace actor took the maximalist mood up a notch by teaming it with heavy jewellery, making it a look that’s impossible to ignore or forget.

Royal Reminiscence

Balancing comfort, culture and class while fulfilling your duties- made easy! If there’s anyone who knows how to dress for the occasion, it’s Sonam Kapoor. Take the classic route like Kapoor did for her sister, Rhea Kapoor’s wedding. A mix of classic and ultra-feminine regalia comes together in this opulent Anamika Khanna Anarkali that the fashion savant opted to don for the occasion. Bring out Indian ethos immersed in new-age hues like the fashionista did to give the floor-length wardrobe hero a modern update. Take cues from the star and add a statement Maangtika and neckpiece to the mix to complete the royal look.

Blooming In Blue

Make a splash at summertime nuptials in one of the most popular shades for bridesmaids in the West with an Indian spin! For her sister’s ceremony, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor slipped into a serene blue Lehenga crafted by Anita Dongre. Adorned with subtle cascading prints in similar hues, the asymmetrical select is perfect for twirling around in sunshine-filled daytime weddings. With a fuss-free printed ensemble like this, you’ll be able to master your BFF duties without compromising on style. Take notes from the actor and complete your look with a statement choker necklace and earrings to match.

The Boho BFF

If you’re a bridesmaid who’s not afraid to take the risqué route, then this look is for you! Bhumi Pednekar’s plunging bralette teamed with Qbik’s bandhani Pant Saree is perfect for bridesmaids who are looking to stir up a storm with their sartorial choices. Wearing a contemporary iteration of the classic drape, Pednekar amped up her look by going all out on accessories. Teamed with Kadas, Bangles, Rings and an attention-grabbing choker neckpiece, Bhumi Pednekar’s attire is surely bookmark-worthy for all bridesmaids-to-be!

Whether you’re striving to be a timelessly traditional bridesmaid or a trendsetting one, these star-approved looks are a sure-fire way to get on the best-dressed BFF list!