The word 'trousseau' comes from the French word 'trousse' meaning 'little bundle'. A trousseau consists of the essentials that a woman may think she will require to set up home for herself. It contains a woman's paraphernalia such as clothes, jewellery, make-up and accessories like shoes and handbags. It may also include household items and tableware.
To gain an idea of how your trousseau is going to look, you can make a list of what you think you will need. It pays to start early and begin collecting items for yourself when you have the time to pick and choose carefully.
Jewellery: Gold, diamonds or Platinum are available to choose from, for your collection of jewellery. Think about what you already have, and what you will need to accessorize your outfits for different ceremonies of the marriage. Remember to co-ordinate the colours well. If you can come up with the money for it, you can wear gold on one occasion, reserve kundan for another occasion and plan Diamonds for the Cocktail party or the reception. Plan well in advance to make sure your jewellery and ensemble is well -coordinated.
Clothes: Clothes are the most vital aspect of the trousseau. You may be relying on this horde to take you through the next year or so when people expect to see you vibrant, glowing and at your best.
You do not have to change your style dramatically, a few modifications from your regular attire might be a pleasant transformation. For salwar kameez go the whole hog with dipping necklines and interesting cuts. You might want a range of nix 'n' match Westerns to suit office as well as party wear in anticipation of all the parties and entertainment that invariably becomes a part of the newly wedded couple's life. Most importantly buy what you think suits you and what you are comfortable in.
Lingerie: Good lingerie is the essence of your trousseau, and should be carefully chosen. Lingerie can dramatically alter your figure. It can add emphasis at all the right areas and give you the desired curves. You can opt from padded, push-up bras or a simple bra with 'invisible' lines. A good choice of underwear for the wedding would be plain, silky undergarments that will not show from under your clothes.. Consider colour carefully. Fawn or flesh coloured lingerie is much less obvious under any dress. Being properly fitted at a bridal specialist ensures that you will not be left with unsightly lines showing on the most important day.
Shoes: For your wedding you may have to match your shoes to your dress. But colours like beige and brown can be worn on most outfits, even later. A basic black is essential, while the trendy transparent shoes go with absolutely anything. This may be an occasion to pamper yourself but it is also judicious to make sure that these shoes are worth the heavy investment. Check shoes for comfort as you do not want to ruin your wedding or the honeymoon with uncomfortable shoes.
Hand Bags: Formal evening bags as well as sequined bags are the reigning trends, go for something that has a classic design and can be used even as trends change. Three to four handbags should keep you going. Draw the limit at six.
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