Many Indian bridal dresses are red.  The symbolism of colors in Indian culture are very significant and red is considered a scared color and is associated with many important events. The lively color is the choice of garment for Indian brides as it symbolizes auspiciousness, passion, love and life – the start of a new journey.

Leaving the Parents

When a bride is married, she leaves her parents to begin her new life which is a noteworthy transformation for a traditional Indian woman. It is only appropriate that an Indian bride would wear red as the color marks the ceremony with holiness for the bridge and the groom. The vibrant color of the Indian bridal dresses compliments their beauty and exquisiteness and can also be seen in the bride’s jewelry, shoes and accessories.