The Reddys are historically and continue to be among the most influential class of people in the South Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. They were initially the warrior class of the state and later became the wealthy class of the ruling landlords during the colonial era. Today, they are mostly in business or high positions and command a lot of respect as well as influence over the society that they live in. It is only natural that all their ceremonies are going to be attached with elaborate celebrations.
The typical wedding ceremonies of the Reddy matrimony commence with the finalization of the proposal that the elders of the family bring. It was the tradition earlier for the groom to ride an elephant and arrive at the wedding venue. The present day weddings can last for about four to five days with the several ceremonies given importance according to the time and the financial status of the families involved.
Adding some flavors
The formal confirmation of the marriage takes place with the engagement ceremony where there is an exchange of rings, and the couple is blessed by the elders of the two families. This is the first place where you can give the event a twist by adding some interesting elements like having an elaborate theme arranged for the event.
Many people prefer adding an interesting element to the Reddy matrimony by arranging for a Sangeet Ceremony that is a typical North Indian culture before the marriage. It is a time for all to participate in the song and dance that is accompanied by some modern and electric music. While it is traditionally hosted by the bride’s family in the North, it is not uncommon among the Reddys groom families to host it.
The application of the Mehendi is another interesting event that takes place just before the wedding ceremony and is hosted by the bridal party. Making this a part of your Reddy matrimony will ensure that your offbeat outfit also has the complementing look to make it stand out.
The settings and the accessories
For the wedding day, you can follow all the traditional steps of the community and yet give the sacred venue a plush and contemporary look by doing it up with seasonal flowers and props that will brighten the place as well as the mood of the onlookers.
The choice of attire for both of you will naturally look good when it complements the plush setting of the wedding venue. You can opt for the fusion look that most high-scale marriage these days go in for. The traditional colors of the Reddy wedding attire are white and red. You can stick to them using them deftly in your fusion attires of Sherwani and the sari or chose a lehenga for a bolder look.
The jewelry and the accessories are best kept to minimal for the traditional weddings with a contemporary twist. It is the wedding of the two of you, and so it is best to team up together and decide on the colors of your outfits as well as the accessories so that you really look the made for each other couple.
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