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What to Wear to a Bangladeshi Wedding as a Guest (Holud, Wedding & Walima)

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At a Bangladeshi wedding, female guests usually wear a saree, a salwar kameez, an Anarkali or a sharara in rich jewel tones, with shoulders and arms covered.

What are the functions at a Bangladeshi wedding?

A Bangladeshi wedding is usually a series of events spread over several days. Families differ, but these are the most common:

What should you wear to a gaye holud?

The gaye holud is the turmeric ceremony – the most colourful and playful event. Turmeric paste is applied to the bride or groom, and guests often get a little on them too.

What should you wear to the main wedding (biye)?

This is the grandest event, usually held in the evening at a banqueting hall. Guests dress up: think rich colour, embroidery and shine.

What should you wear to the nikah?

The nikah (also called akht or aqd) is the religious marriage ceremony. If it is held in a mosque, cover your hair with a dupatta or scarf, keep your arms and legs covered, and expect to…

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What to wear to a Bangladeshi wedding as a female guest: outfits for the gaye holud, nikah, wedding and walima, modest and hijabi options, and the…

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