When it comes to weddings, the bride's cousin sisters and female besties are often the life of the party.
From stealing the groom's shoes to managing various bridal-related duties, there's a lot to handle.
The key is to find the perfect balance between being functional and fashionable.
Bollywood celebrities offer endless inspiration with their immaculately styled avatars.
From vibrant lehengas to sassy saris, these stars provide bookmark-worthy references for anyone seeking to shine while complementing the bride on her special day.
IMAGE: Take cues from Nitibha Kaul's mesmerising white ensemble with
pearl accessories which she wore for her bestie's
roka ceremony. It will make everyone stop and stare.
Photograph: Kind courtesy Nitibha Kaul/Instagram
IMAGE: Komal Pandey's corset take on what could be the perfect haldi ceremony outfit is style genius. Just add some bold polki sparklers and you're good to go! Photograph: Kind courtesy Komal Pandey/Instagram
IMAGE: Don't hesitate to be the maximalist bridesmaid. Podcaster Kinjal Mahesh Bhanushali shows us how it is done with her
iridescent eye makeup,
stacked bangles and colourful gemstone jewellery.
Photograph: Kind courtesy Kinjal Mahesh Bhanushali/Instagram
IMAGE: Esha Gupta's strapless black dress with its fringed hemline and heels is perfect for a pre-wedding cocktail party. Photograph: Kind courtesy Esha Gupta/Instagram
IMAGE: Anusha Dandekar channels her inner Marathi mulgi in this deep purple Paithani sari, chandrakor bindi and nath. Photograph: Kind courtesy Anusha Dandekar/Instagram
IMAGE: Sreeleela is a legit princess in her pink
lehenga, diamond jewellery and
kaali micro bindi with a matching black
potli bag.
Photograph: Kind courtesy Sreeleela/Instagram
IMAGE: Punjabi di kudi Shehnaaz Gill glows in a warm-toned suit with minimal jewellery and flowers in her hair. Photograph: Kind courtesy Shehnaaz Gill/Instagram
IMAGE: Artist Abha Ranta revels in magenta magic with her heavily embroidered sharara suit, long earrings and a pretty nose ring; perfect for attending a nikah. Photograph: Kind courtesy Abha Ranta/Instagram
IMAGE: With oceanic blue eyeliner, mint green skirt, boho-inspired bustier and a golden clutch bag, singer-songwriter Sukriti Kakar's outfit will make you stand out at a beach wedding. Photograph: Kind courtesy Sukriti Kakar/Instagram
IMAGE: In a demure white get-up and dewy makeup, Ashnoor Kaur looks like a forest fairy. This attire is perfect for modern minimalist weddings with outdoor settings. Photograph: Kind courtesy Ashnoor Kaur/Instagram
IMAGE: Nikki Tamboli is oozing glam in this blingy green sequinned sari gown with its strappy blouse. Her amazing finishing touches include a swipe of lip gloss and cascading wavy hair. Photograph: Kind courtesy Nikki Tamboli/Instagram
IMAGE: Tara Sutaria shines brightly in this satin sari that she teams with a corset blouse and a sleek chignon; an ideal choice for an ultra-mod cocktail soiree or day weddings. Photograph: Kind courtesy Tara Sutaria/Instagram
IMAGE: Spunky short hairdo, a septum ring and simple, colour blocked ensemble -- Kirti Kulhari is putting the rad in the traditional. Photograph: Kind courtesy Kirti Kulhari/Instagram
IMAGE: Make a grand entry at your best friend's shaadi in a mirror laden lehenga just like Sara's scintillating pink number. Balance out the look by opting for a pastel hue, fresh gajra, a pearl choker and some bangles. Photograph: Kind courtesy Sara Tendulkar/Instagram
IMAGE: Avika Gor's proves 'less is more' in this classy black sari and a gorgeous matha patti. Photograph: Kind courtesy Avika Gor/Instagram
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