Millennials, Plan A Minimalist Wedding Just Like Alia Bhatt And Ranbir Kapoor With This Guide

The global pandemic ruled out large gatherings and made the couples switch to micro celebrations. In the last two years, as 'less is more' took over, we got to witness some creative wedding settings. Couples had found a way to rework their celebrations, make them different and memorable.

However, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor's out of choice minimalist wedding recently has set an example for many couples. Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor's wedding-style scene was minimal and refreshing. When it comes to weddings, the concept of minimalism is quite basic - an intimate setting, no clutter, and a lot of personalisation among others.

Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor's minimal wedding is just the perfect example for any couple who wishes to take the simple route while also ensuring that their big day reflects their personalities and core values.

If you are a bride or groom to be who wishes to take inspiration from Alia and Ranbir's wedding for their own D-day, this guide is for you.

Keep It Intimate

Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor kept their wedding an intimate affair by having only their close family and friends in attendance for all their ceremonies. You too can keep it intimate by having just your close ones by your side on your special day. However, if that would be an issue for you, you can go the virtual way by streaming your wedding online so that more family and friends can join the celebrations virtually.

Opt For Less Hefty Decor

If you have seen Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor's wedding pictures closely, you must have spotted the classic decor, it was so simple yet elegant. We spotted strings of flowers on the ceiling, a lot of greens - big home plants, fairy lights, all of which made added to their beautiful pictures.

If you plan for an interior, intimate setting, opt for similar decor which is soft on the eyes and adds to the minimal vibe.

Cut Out The Clutter

Ahead of your D-day, ask yourself a few questions. How do you want your wedding day to look like? Do you really need all those leafy runners across the tables or the big flower arrangement at the entrance or an oversized cake? If the answer is no, ditch all the extras right away. To meet the minimal aesthetic, it is crucial you cut out the clutter and stick to details that are meaningful to you and your partner. This will also help you cut down on your wedding cost.

Have The Menu Under Check

Just like all the small details of their D-day, this too was carefully kept in check. The wedding menu for Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor's wedding was curated keeping in mind the likes of the bride and groom and all the guests. The delicious food spread included the North Indian cuisine which items like Dal Makhani, Tandoor Chicken.

For the bride and groom, special stalls were put up. Alia Bhatt is a big fan of vegan burgers and the wedding had a vegan burger stall. Also, a sushi stall was installed for Ranbir Kapoor's love for sushi.

Does anyone really care for the variety of breads the menu has to offer? Instead of going big on the menu, get a food menu that caters to the food choices of all your guests.

Think About Upcycled Clothes

Alia Bhatt is a sustainability advocate and to make her mehendi outfit special, she got her lehenga stitched using old textile patches, approximately 180 of them. 3000-hour intricate handwork of #Mijwan women led to the making of Alia Bhatt's stunning fuchsia pink lehenga. The handwoven silk ensemble by Manish Malhotra carried Banarasi brocades, jacquard, bandhani, Kachha Resham knots, and some scraps from brides.

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Just like Alia Bhatt, you too can think about upcycled clothes. Hunt for some pieces in your mother or grandmother's closet. You might find some treasure, maybe a classic saree or lehenga which can be transformed into a new style statement.

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Host A Wedding At Home

What made Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor's wedding all the more special was that all the wedding events took place at the latter's home in Mumbai. Yes, be it the mehendi ceremony or wedding after-party, all the wedding functions were hosted at Ranbir Kapoor's home, Vastu.

Hosting a wedding at home is quite special because the place holds meaning to you and it is far less expensive than planning a destination wedding or one at a lavish banquet hall.

Add A Personal Touch

There is no better way of making your D-day special than adding a personal touch. Alia Bhatt made her wedding day special in many ways.

Personalised Saree

Alia Bhatt wore a hand-dyed ivory organza sari embroidered with fine tilla work and an embroidered handwoven tissue veil from the house of Sabyasachi Mukherjee. What was special about her wedding saree was the text inscribed on it. As per a report by Diet Sabya, Alia Bhatt got her wedding date written on the saree. It read, 'Fourteenth of April 2022'.

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Personalised Kalire And Mangalsutra

Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor have a deep connection with the number 8 and the infinity sign. The same infinity sign was seen on Alia Bhatt's kalire. Not only that, but Alia Bhatt's kalire also featured stars, clouds, butterflies, and flying birds. The mangalsutra too, a very simple one, had a single diamond and an infinity sign or number 8.

Go For Cozy Candids

Gone are the days when couples wanted to keep their wedding album strictly traditional with a lot of cliche poses by the bride and groom and the guests. Today, for your wedding album, you would want to create a lifetime of memories and that's possible only when the photographer captures you candid.

Just like Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor, take the candid route and let the photographer know the same. As you sing, dance, and cherish those little moments, your photographer will capture them all, making your wedding album a lot more special.

Guide To Bride's Minimalist Look

Alia Bhatt Ditches The Traditional Red

Not only did Alia Bhatt ditch the traditional lehenga but also the red. She went for a simple saree in ivory.

Alia Bhatt's No-Makeup Look

Instead of going for a heavy, multi-layered look, Alia Bhatt opted for a natural, simple makeup look that was completely in sync with the vibe of her minimal wedding. Loads of mascara, some colour on the cheeks and a nude lip shade - brides getting married in this hot and humid season should take note.

Alia Bhatt's Soft Hairdo

Alia Bhatt also ditched the traditional hair bun style and kept her hair open in soft waves resting on her shoulder.

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