Putting Together the Perfect Bridal Trousseau

Marriage is one of the biggest events for humankind… the beginning of a magnificent journey…. a true turning point of life! And before the D-day, every to-be bride has a long list of wedding preparations to look into. One of the most important aspects for a bride is putting together a complete bridal trousseau. And we, at Secret Wardrobe, are happy to help you get it absolutely right! Listed below are some of tips for all prospective brides:

Outfits: Make sure you have a balance of outfits which can work for different occasions… You need a mix of heavy and light outfits (formals and casuals), as well as Indian and western. Make sure you have a variety of colours in your trousseau – beautiful reds, pinks, yellows, greens, blues, orange and gold are some of the colours which work well for a new bride, as you would need new clothes at every junction, atleast for the first couple of months. Do make individual sets of each outfit and pack them neatly so that they don’t get tussled and wrinkled by the time you need to wear them.  

Nightwear: Fresh lingerie deserves special importance in a bride’s trousseau. Do pack a handful of variety, a balanced mix of comfort and sensuality, an assortment of appealing colors, and some quirky stuff to blow your husband's mind away! And don’t forget to pack some fresh pajama sets and a nightgown with a house coat so that you are presentable at all times in front of other family members.  

Jewellery: A bridal trousseau can never be complete till it holds some precious jewels within it. Some heirloom pieces, your favorite ring, the maangtika, those pretty anklets, the majestic kundan-meena set, the subtle pearl set, the pair of diamond solitaires... yes, all these and some more...! Make sure you have a sufficient variety of bangles, earrings and light costume jewellery for different occasions as well. Pack your jewellery in boxes or cases, and store your bangles in a good bangle box to keep from breaking.

Footwear and Handbags: Your trousseau should have all the basic sets of footwear – silver and golden heels, a flat pair of sandals, black pumps, bathroom slippers and a comfortable walking shoe. Make sure you also buy a good roomy handbag, a spacious wallet, and an assortment of clutch purses for different occasions.   

Make-up: No woman considers herself complete until she has her make-up in place. One of the most vital essentials for a bride is of course, her entire make-up kit, packed to the tiniest detail. Buy good brands, with enough shades of eyeshadow and lipsticks to match all your new outfits. 

Linen & Toiletries:  Do buy a clean set of towels (bath towel, hand towel, face towel), along with a fresh set of sheets and pillow cases to add to your trousseau as well. And don’t forget to buy a set of new toiletries as well!

For personal shopping assistance or getting customized outfits designed for your trousseau, do give us a call at 9821178804/ 65293067 or mail us mail@secretwardrobe.in

How To Make Your Bridal Outfits Last Longer!

Wedding season is on in full swing, and our May calendar is full of bridal outfit bookings!  Being in the rental business, one of our primary goals is trying to keep all our bridal outfits (incl. wedding gowns, lehengas, sarees and shervanis) looking absolutely fresh. We take it as a personal challenge to maintain them with utmost care, and find innovative solutions to rectify even the most minor kind of damage! Listed below are a few tips we have shared for those brides who wish to cherish and preserve their bridal outfits for the longest possible time…

• Send your outfits for dry cleaning as soon as possible! We know you will be busy with post-wedding rituals and your honeymoon, but do assign a friend or family member to make sure your outfit is dry cleaned immediately after the wedding. The longer sweat and dirt remains on a fabric, the higher the chance of permanent damage to the outfit.
• Wrap heavily embroidered garments in a thin cotton/muslin cloth before storing. Keep them in a dark part of your cupboard to prevent discolouration, away from dust, sunlight and moisture.
• Make sure you fold and re-fold these garments once a month so that the silk/zari doesn’t get damaged along the crease lines. On removal of the garment, expose it to air before storing it again.
• Avoid hanging extremely heavy sarees, keep them folded in a saree pouch instead. Saree pouches are readily available in marketplaces (in Mumbai you can find these in the Santacruz Station Road Market, Manish Market or Bhuleshwar)
• If you see a coloured stain on your white wedding gown (which might have been left from coloured confetti or makeup or anything else) that doesn’t go even after dry cleaning, you can try soaking the damaged portion in fabric whitener (as per the instructions on the product package). We have had excellent luck removing stains like this from satin, taffeta and net fabrics.
• Never use water on a heavily embroidered or silk fabric as water leaves permanent marks on these easily.
• Always use professional drycleaners for steam pressing and dry cleaning your heavy garments. Trying methods like ironing them at home with a cloth on top are usually ineffective and can often lead to disaster!

Why Rent an Outfit instead of Buying One?

What if you could have access to an entire range of Designer clothes and accessories without having to buy a single one? What if there was a one stop-shop where Designer Wear would be available for hire, and you would no longer have to worry about spending a fortune for something you want to wear only once... What if those shopaholic guilt pangs could be over forever??!! This is exactly what Secret Wardrobe is all about... Welcome to India's first online rental service for Designer Wear - www.secretwardrobe.in! Experience the joy and luxury of wearing gorgeous garments designed by some of India's most famous designers, without buying a single one! Dress like a superstar! Flaunt a new look on every occasion! Wear the same outfits as your favourite celebrities! Enjoy the experience of wearing a fabulous outfit at a fraction of the actual price!

• There are tonnes of reasons to rent an outfit/accessory! Renting from Secret Wardrobe empowers you to choose from dozens of gorgeous Designer outfits at a fraction of the actual price.
• Secret Wardrobe ensures that you never have to be seen in the same outfit twice. This way you can flaunt a new look for every occasion without blowing up a fortune and feeling guilty...!
• Everyone dreams of looking awesome on their wedding day, but not everyone can afford to buy the bridal outfit of their dreams.Renting a bridal outfit or bridal jewellery can help fulfill this dream without making a deep hole in your pocket! Besides, the chance of you wearing your bridal outfit again after your own wedding is very very low!
• You can also save a whole lot of cupboard space! Fancy outfits aren't just expensive to buy, they also take a lot of space to store and need to be regularly aired or maintained....