How to Style a Mirror Work Dress: Fashion Guide
This year, weddings and festivals bring out new energy. The reflection of cultural styles and antique embroidery. You heard me right, chikankari, mirror work, long flares, sarees with long pallu are all back. We have spotted many celebrities, along with Jhanvi Kapoor, wearing mirror work at Ambani's wedding. Mirror Work can be worn in any style, making it glamorous and reversing your age.
Historical Information
Mirror work is also called sheesha work in Urdu bazaars; it is a common fabric embellishment when you go to local bazaars. It was oriented in the 17th century in Gujarat and Rajasthan. As its admirers got divided with division, it is a common dress in India and Pakistan. It involves Mirrors to make intricate designs. This was used on walls first after seeing it in ceremonial and festive attires. It is not used globally; it has a unique way of sparkling the fabric without adding much cost.
Must have a mirror dress
Summer fashion trend 2024 won't let go unless you add a mirror dress or a Gen Z piece to your wardrobe. It can be a dress or a salwar kameez. Jacket. Jeans or dupatta. You will never fail to raise glances with a mirror work dress.
You will see many designers using mirror work on chiffon, organza, lawn and net. Everyone remembers Maya Ali slaying the Nomi Ansari mirror work dress. Jeem has also launched its women's festive dresses with many articles of mirror work.
Ultimate Guide to Styling a Mirror Work Dress for Every Occasion
Mirror word dresses have beautiful designs and vibrant appeal. This style has been used in Pakistan for decades. Still, some areas like Sindh wear mirror work throughout the season, just as Lahori wear lawn. It is a skill, and women make a decent livelihood from it. These dresses can be worn casually, occasionally, or formally.
Wear a long kurta with mirror work for casual outings, and pair it with your Bell Bottom jeans. Wear light jhumkas and a messy bun.
For occasions, wear a full dress, shalwar kameez, saree or lehenga in monochrome, wear chokers and bangles and let your hair fall on your shoulders.
For formals, you can carry heavy mirror work dresses with fully embellished dupattas and light work on kurti. This will make heads turn, and no matter if someone is wearing an HSY, your dress will shine brighter.
Wear high heels and go with big statement jewellery.
Tips and Tricks
Don't forget your personality and style. For a day, Choose a lighter colour and fabric, and go for natural makeup and tied-up hair. You can go over the border for evenings, wearing heavier work with open hair and darker makeup. You can either wear heels or flats according to the location and event. Women's silk dresses with mirror work will look bomb at night dinners.
Seasonal Styling Tips for Mirror Work Dresses
Seasonal accommodations can make something high in demand. Mirror Work dresses can be worn in different seasons depending on the fabric used. In hot summers, use lighter fabric with vibrant colours to stay cool. In winter, rich fabrics like velvet, khadar, raw silk, etc, can be worn with intricate mirror work. Layer it wearing shawls for women. This will give you warmth and elegance. You can also wear GenZ-styled jackets to pop the style.
Mirror work dresses in weddings
You can carry a mirror work dress at a wedding without paying much. Choose strong fabric and have a detailed mirror work with threads and other embellishments. If you are confused about the colour, go for monochromes. Make the lower side of the lehenga heavier with either triangular or cubic glass, reducing the work on the kurti and drape cornered by mirrors.
You can wear a shalwar kameez or even a saree in mirror work. Try choosing lighter colours but harder fabrics. You can style these with Kundan sets or crystal jewels. Having a sleek updo will be a cherry on top.
Colour trends with Mirror work dresses
In 2024, Pakistan's summer embraces bold, vibrant colours like royal blue, emerald green, and deep maroon. You will also see black colour in every store, especially around Muharram. Pastel colours are also in top trends, providing soft, elegant looks. At a wedding, Mahira Khan was spotted wearing a beautiful lehenga with delicate mirror work. The fusional style, cutwork, traditional mirroring and silhouettes were top-notch.
