Kim and Khloe Kardashian were among the many global celebrities invited to Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding which cost almost 600 Million. Everyone was dressed in glamour in traditional Indian attire, including the Kardashian sisters, but Kim’s choice of ensemble broke several rules and invited global criticism about its ignorance of Indian culture from countless individuals.
Kim Kardashian Wore a Ruby-Red Lehenga at the Ambani Wedding
Typically reserved solely for the bride, in Indian culture, red represents new beginnings, zeal and good fortune. This is why guests, while selecting their outfits, always make sure that they avoid red. An unspoken rule that Kim, unfortunately, broke and was captured by Indian wedding photographers.
To put it in a better context, wearing red to an Indian wedding is the Western equivalent of wearing a White dress to a Western wedding.
Photographers at this traditional Indian wedding skillfully captured Kim Kardashian’s wedding outfit which comprised a glittering Ruby Red lehenga that glorified intricate beadwork and tassel detailing, pairing it with a cropped top and a dupatta (a long scarf). The outfit was topped off with a diamond maang teeka and two diamond necklaces.
Her Instagram post, with over 3.6 Million likes and 18.5K comments, saw several people voicing their concerns.
“Did she seriously wear red to an Indian wedding?”
“wearing red to an Indian wedding is diabolical”
“Outfits were fire, but Kim, you don’t wear red to an Indian wedding.”
Every ritual in Indian society has its roots in a culture that values the individual. As such, the bride is supposed to wear red colour as it symbolises the Hindu deity Durga. A grand symbol of new beginnings and feminine strength.
When a woman gets married, she has a lot of changes on the horizon. All the attention, as such, is meant to be focused on her. This custom is not even subverted in modern times because it holds deep significance for all Indians alike.
For traditional Indian women, this colour becomes more significant as it represents new beginnings similar to the new life that she will soon embark upon with her new family. Kim Kardashian, at the Anant Ambani wedding, violated these norms.
“In Indian culture, the woman is the one who is leaving her house and going to the man’s house to be with his family” Niki Shamdasani, designer and co-founder of Sani, told Brides.
Khloe Kardashian’s outfit, however, was much praised. She wore a combination of gold and white for her glittering lehenga, which she paired with a long-sleeved, off-the-shoulder top. Complemented by a traditional maang teeka.
Another aspect of Kim Kardashian’s outfit which received heavy criticism was its revealing nature.
Kim Kardashian’s outfit, as seen in the Ambani wedding photos, was inappropriate for another reason. Indian weddings, no matter the religion, are a very cultured and respected affair. The bride and all the guests are expected to wear clothes that cannot be considered vulgar in any respect. All the attention should be on the bride’s elegant and magnificent ensemble.
Some other comments on Kim’s clothes which targeted this were –
“Kim’s outfit is distasteful and inappropriate for India.”
“Klhoe take this one, hands down! She looks stunning! Kim is overexposed…”
“Tacky, not at all appropriate for an Indian wedding, have some respect.”
Indian customs, for centuries, have given importance to an ensemble which does not seek unwanted attention. Respecting all aspects of the Indian tradition several celebrity guests from across the world chose appropriate and respectful outfits.
Take a Look at Some Stunning Celebrity Outfits at the Ambani Wedding
Understandably, these outfits are a person’s own choice, but celebrities set the standard for everyone, and as such, they have to consider these matters before presenting themselves to the entire world.
Nonetheless, the Kardashians left a huge impression on the entire internet with their ensembles. Apart from the negative comments, their gorgeous dresses were also praised for their unique beauty. Kim Kardashian can be seen enjoying herself in the Ambani wedding pictures, which is what matters the most.
