Sabysachi Mukherjee gives us bridal trousseau tips

He’s the man every woman lusts to have at their wedding. And we’re not talking about the groom. As he plays mentor to 13 brides-to-be on the latest, sixth season of TV show Band Baaja Bride, designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee gives us his biggest advice for trousseau shopping.

FEMINA: What is the current biggest trend in bridal fashion?
SABYASACHI: A return to our roots, as well the emergence of monochrome in the wedding scenario. In all, it's a very purist movement we'll see. On the other side people will also look at the emergence of cocktail wear which is inspired by the 1920s.

FEMINA: One item every bride needs in her trousseau?
SABYASACHI: Beautiful shawls, sarees and classic accessories which can stand the test of time. Because if you are going to incorporate a lot of fashion in your trousseau, you must remember that what you buy for your trousseau, you may not get a chance to wear it again.

FEMINA: What is the most important accessory for every bride?
SABYASACHI: I don’t think there’s one important accessory for a bride, it’s the entire ensemble. However, the shoes are definitely very important as they can make or break an outfit.

FEMINA: A piece of advice you give to every bride on the show Band Baaja Bride?
SABYASACHI: I tell all bride's that to be really beautiful they should keep everything simple and classy: be it their make-up, jewellery, attire. In your quest to become a gorgeous bride, do not try to overdo the wedding look and let it overpower your personality.
I tell the same thing to our grooms. We design understated clothing for the groom because the woman is dressed in complete bridal finery, the groom should step backward a little to complement her. It is not an ego battle but I think that when two people are trying to outdo each other, two positives in fashion can create a huge negative. One has to realize that on the wedding day, the bride and groom should also look good as a couple and it not of primary importance for them to look great individually.

Band Baajaa Bride will air every Friday at 10:00 PM on NDTV Good Times.