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How to Style Your Sherwani for a Modern Look
14 January, 2025 0 comments

How to Style Your Sherwani for a Modern Look

As the wedding season begins, make a statement by blending tradition with a modern twist on your sherwani. Whether you're the groom, the best man, or a guest, styling your sherwani to exude contemporary charm is easier than ever. With the best sherwani rentals available, looking your best has never been more accessible and stylish. Explore our styling tips to transform your sherwani into a head-turning masterpiece. 

Play with Colours Beyond Traditional Hues

Modern sherwanis are no longer limited to classic shades like maroon, beige, and gold. A bolder palette allows personalization and a trend-forward style. The introduction of these colours gives new possibilities to elegance and festive celebrations.

  • Popular Modern Colours for Sherwanis

In the modern wedding season, Sherwanis come in bright colours such as navy blue for that classy look, emerald green for that royal feel, and pastel pink for that modern touch. All these colours are just right for daytime marriages and lighter settings. Metallic tones like silver gunmetal or soft gold have that refined shine to blend well with both contemporary and old styles. These bright colours capture attention without overbearing the outfit.

  • How to Choose Colour According to Your Tone and Theme

Choose your sherwani colour depending on your skin tone and the theme of the wedding. Navy and emerald shades tend to complement light-skinned people. Pastel and soft shades give a warm feeling. For classical or traditional themes, rich tones such as royal blue or emerald green come in. You can add understated charm when it comes to modern or minimalist settings with pastels or muted metallic shades.

  • Complementing Your Partner’s Outfit for a Cohesive Look

Grooms can create memorable photos by pairing their sherwani colour with their partner's attire. One way to find subtle connections would be in blush pink lehengas, ivory, pastel pink with some blush embroidery, or gold-accented sherwanis with metallic touches. This allows everyone to shine individually but with a shared colour palette.

Add Layers for a Luxurious Touch

Layering techniques will help convert an inexpensive sherwani into one that becomes a pretty regal affair at weddings. Layered nicely, it provides a richness of depth that does wonders in dressing someone suitably in any given fashion to make a rich royal look.

  • Choose the Right Layers

Layers are the essence of maintaining a balanced appearance. One can wear traditional outfits like jackets, shawls, and waistcoats, all giving different characteristics to your outfit. Jackets especially provide a classic touch if these are Nehru or Achkan types of sherwani. Waistcoats add structure and style, while shawls add royal charm but do not bring discomfort and inconvenience. Just pick the right combination to form a unique ensemble.

  • Shawls for a Regal Look

A shawl can make a sherwani more sophisticated and warm, making it a pretty elegant accessory for any time. There are two types of drapes: shoulder or full wrap drape, and draping a shawl elegantly is an art. Choice of fabric is essential because, for winter weddings, it will be velvet, silk, or pashmina, which is the richest one. Colours that can go with the base colour of the sherwani in terms of contrast or harmonious colour should be opted for, such as deep maroon or muted gold. Embroidered shawls can also add design without overpowering it.

  • Waistcoats Styles and Patterns

Sherwanis get a brilliant look if accompanied by waistcoats. They can be used for daytime or semi-formal functions. Many different designs are there, from basic to the latest trendy. It would appear too bright with colours contrastingly, such as dark green. Geometrical patterns will add to the outlook and make it seem contemporary. Plain waistcoats with texture or embroidery can create a cohesive look. 

Experiment With Embroidery and Patterns

Embroidery can transform a sherwani from simple to stunning, adding depth, texture, and character to the outfit.

  • Minimal vs. Detailed Embroidery

Choose a level of detail that suits your style—minimal embroidery gives a sleek, understated look, while intricate designs offer a rich, elaborate appearance.

  • Trending Motifs and Patterns

Experiment with popular designs like paisleys, floral vines, or modern geometric patterns. Each motif brings its own flair; for instance, floral patterns evoke classic elegance, while geometric patterns give a contemporary twist.

  • Choosing Embroidery Based on Occasion and Time of Day

Lighter, subtle embroidery shines in daytime settings, providing a fresh look, while heavier, more intricate embroidery suits evening weddings, adding drama and elegance under ambient lighting.

Accessorise With a Twist

Accessories can transform sherwani ensembles from classic to contemporary, adding personality and style while honouring heritage with thoughtfully chosen pieces.

  • Statement Brooches

Add bold elegance and flair to the sherwani with gemstone or pearl-accented brooches and intricate metalwork. Ruby-studded or plain pearl accent matches the colour of sherwani and embroidery. Wear it on the chest or shoulder.

  • Jewellery that Enhances

Men's jewellery, with incredible styles and character, is gaining popularity for wedding attire. Traditional sherwanis are complemented with royal-looking necklaces, polished bracelets, and refined rings, whereas contemporary designs and beaded designs enhance modern grooms' aesthetics.

  • Traditional and Modern Footwear Options

Footwear can complement a traditional look, offering classic styles like mojaris and juttis or a contemporary twist with sleek loafers or minimal leather shoes. Black or brown leather adds a Western-inspired finish for fusion-themed weddings.

The Perfect Fit: Tailored to Perfection

A well-fitted sherwani looks good, feels comfortable and exudes confidence, making it a polished, contemporary appearance for both grooms and guests. 

  • Why Fit Matters More Than Ever

Fit is crucial in modern style, and a perfectly fitted sherwani adds sophistication and modernity. Look for custom fitting or alterations options when renting, as many services offer these.

  • What to Check in the Fit Before Renting

The shoulder seams are perfectly aligned, the sleeves end at the wrist without bunching up, and the torso is fitted without tightness. Slits fall nicely without gapping for a sleek silhouette.

  • Options for Tall, Petite, and Plus-size Builds

Sherwanis come in all cuts to fit any body type: the longer one for tall individuals, a slim fit for the petite one, and a defined waist and shoulder cut for those with plus-size builds, creating a balanced silhouette and enhanced natural shape.

Consider Modern Fabrics and Textures

This modern adaptation of the traditional silk and brocade in shawls is added with new fabrics and textures to the sherwanis in men's wedding fashion. These new materials are combined to introduce newness to the traditional sherwani look, which, apart from being aesthetically pleasing, is also comfortable to wear.

  • Fabric Choices that Stand Out

The Sherwanis can be made from different materials in different styles and feature velvet for elegance, linen for a light feel, satin for subtle glamour, and blended materials like silk-linen or wool that combine style, durability, and comfort and are suitable for special occasions.

  • Why Texture Matters

Texture adds beauty to the sherwani. One achieves depth and dimension in one's design without adding many heavy embellishments. Velvets and satin give a soft, plush touch, creating grandeur and elegance. Richness is achieved with distinctive textures of fabrics, providing a subtle touch of elegance or creating lavish charm.

  • Lightweight Options for Destination Wedding

Lightweight fabric, such as linen or cotton, is best suited for warmer destinations because it's comfortable and gives a breezy feel, which is ideal for beach or tropical settings.

Opt for Customised Element for Stand Out

You can give unique personal touches to your sherwani so that the whole outfit reflects style and personality and lend an element of visual charm to the outfit that makes it memorable or meaningful, really yours.

  • Monograms and Initials

Small embroidered initials or monograms will make the sherwani personalised, adding a subtle yet powerful touch. Simple or complicated designs of monograms can even be made, and these are popular with grooms because these styles give them a personal identity and grace without too many flashy overtures.

  • Unique Embellishments

To create a work of art, your sherwani can be highly customised with unique embellishments, including beads, gemstones, or contrasting piping. You may add coloured gemstones according to your wedding colours or the outfit you have in mind, as well as beads and pearls for a sophisticated look.

  • Choosing a Sash or Belt for a Trendy Edge

For instance, belts or sashes can structure an outfit by breaking convention and playing out textures and themes. Sashes are available in various fabrics, patterns, and colours, while belts offer a more defined look for grooms. A modern touch can be added with a sash that complements the sherwani colour.

Complete Your Look With Modern Grooming

A well-groomed look completes the polished modern look for an ensemble, fusing the attire with a touch of personality. Even more detail involves hairstyle and beard styles to perfect a gleam that complements proper skin care.

  • Choosing the HairstyleThat Suits the Look

The hair must complement the tone of the sherwani. The styles can be either traditional, fusion, or contemporary. Classic side-partings and combed-back styles provide elegance, textured styles offer modernity, and a swept-back style or a low ponytail is recommended for longer hair.

  • Beard or No Beard

Faculties of facial hair complete dressing up a sherwani and add personality to the character of the look. A well-groomed beard adds depth and manliness, while classic full or short beards look good with formal wear. Refined contemporary and minimalist styles look young. It would be wise to trim and shape your beard before the day of the event.

  • Final Touches

The Skincare Routine that will work for the type: Moisturising, exfoliating and cleaning. Day: Apply light moisturiser for the skin; use hydrating cream under the eye to present at the big wedding with a classy appearance. Fragrances: make the perfume very elegant, and groom up your fingernails and hands while keeping other places clean of dirt.


This wedding season, rent a sherwani to transform your sherwani style with a blend of tradition and modern elegance. Choose bold statements, timeless elegance, or a refined look. Select a quality sherwani rental to explore vibrant colours, intricate patterns, and unique accessories. Enjoy the opportunity to express your personality and celebrate in style, creating an unforgettable look. 




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