More brides are choosing earth-friendly, ethical, and minimal designs.
Bollywood celebrities are inspiring this shift with meaningful, low-waste choices.
Repurposing heirloom outfits blends tradition, emotion, and sustainability.
Bollywood brides who embraced heirlooms
Yami Gautam wore a saree from her mother’s wardrobe, honoring sentiment while lowering her wedding’s carbon footprint.
Kareena Kapoor Khan chose her mother-in-law Sharmila Tagore’s bridal sharara—tissue rust-orange kurta, gold-embroidered dupatta, and a sharara with a mint-green border.
The Pataudi family has a long tradition of reusing bridal heirlooms.
Sharmila Tagore herself wore her mother-in-law Sajida Sultan, Begum of Bhopal’s wedding outfit.
Gul Panag married in her mother’s wedding dress and wore her mother-in-law’s outfit for the sangeet.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas incorporated a piece of her mother-in-law Denise Miller-Jonas’ wedding dress into her veil.
Dia Mirza highlighted sustainability with an eco-friendly Banarasi saree and a celebration planned with no plastic waste.
More than a trend—an environmental responsibility
Reusing full ensembles or mixing heirloom pieces reduces waste and preserves legacy.
Minimalist styling and ethical craftsmanship keep the focus on quality over excess.
These celebrity choices show that elegance and sustainability go hand in hand.
Inspired for your wedding
Explore your family’s wardrobes for heirloom sarees, lehengas, and dupattas.
Mix vintage pieces with contemporary tailoring to refresh classic looks.
Choose eco-conscious fabrics and low-waste decor for a thoughtful celebration.
by Bollywood Wedding Show
