On the wedding day, the spotlight is as much on the groom as it is on the bride. Here’s a selection of designers for the groom’s wardrobe. By Ralan Kithan
5 designers for grooms’ outfit:
Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna
Grooms-wear is elevated to a new level of luxury with Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna. Metallics, embroideries, velvets, and silks, make grooms-wear an indulgence. The label combines a balance of mystery and glitz with subtle muted tones and signature surface ornamentations. The clothes are designed with rich materials with unique embellishments.
Philocaly
If minimalism is your mantra, Philocaly is for you. Featuring beautiful pastel hues and clean designs, Philocaly is for the contemporary man, who wants to experiment. The label is reinventing classic Indian grooms-wear with detailed thread-work and clean tailoring. Blending bright colours with white pants is the label’s quintessential practice. Think kurtas in vibrant hues of lavender and pastel green bandis.
Bohame
Bohame’s menswear combines symmetry and structure, while integrating innovative techniques like tie-and-dye. Bohame is committed to sustainability and all its garments are handwoven using natural fibres like organic cotton, bamboo blends, linen, and khadi. The label features sharp knife-pleated detailing and cross cuts, blending Indian and Western designs and the Indo-Western bandhgalas are proof. Also known for breathable fluid silhouettes, the label draws inspiration from art forms such as yoga and capoeira.
Dhruv Vaish
Dhruv Vaish outfits feature cutting-edge designs and excellent tailoring in both Indian and Western wear. Bold floral prints, side drapes reinvent in the form of hybrid sherwanis. From fine cuts and intricate detailing to flawless finishing, Dhruv Vaish offers current and classic styles fused with regal designs in coats, bandhgalas and sherwanis. The label’s creations for grooms come in bold aesthetics and dark shades make for great statement pieces.
Rajesh Pratap Singh
Rajesh Pratap Singh maintains a deep connection to Indian heritage with a dash of contemporary elements. Solid monotones and bold designs with a traditional feel is what the groom gets. Rajesh Pratap Singh is known for experimenting with Indian traditional techniques like ikat and Benarasi weaves, handloom indigos and chanderi. An artisanal brand with textile innovation and high-end design, Singh’s clothing carries a timeless appeal.
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