Bridal Lehenga & Gharara Guide for Weddings in Qatar

What is the difference between a lehenga, a gharara and a bridal frock?

• Lehenga

  A full, flared skirt with a choli (a short or long blouse) and a dupatta. Our catalog includes short-choli, long-choli and layered chiffon lehengas.

• Gharara

  A wide trouser that flares out from the knee, worn with a kameez or long frock and a dupatta. Look for "gharara" in product names in the formal and bridal collection.

• Bridal frock

  A long, flared dress, usually with trousers or a palazzo and a heavily worked dupatta. Frocks are often chosen for receptions and gala evenings.

Which outfit suits mehndi, nikah, barat and walima?

Traditions vary by family, so treat this as a starting point.

• Mehndi and mayun

  The pre-wedding celebrations. Brighter colours, gold detailing, a chunri (tie-dye) dupatta and gharara suits are all common here.

• Nikah

  The ceremony itself. Softer shades are a common choice, with a nikah dupatta; see the nikah checklist.

• Barat

  The main wedding day. This is where heavy embroidery and a bridal lehenga are most often chosen.

• Walima

  The reception after the wedding. A flared frock or a gown-style ensemble suits it well.

Product descriptions name the occasion a piece is made for, such as mayun and mehndi, a reception or a heritage wedding.

What do zari, gota, zardozi and sequins mean?

• Zari

  Embroidery in metallic thread, usually gold or silver.

• Zardozi

  Heavy metallic embroidery, often combined with beads and stones.

• Gota kinari

  A ribbon-like metallic trim used on borders and dupatta edges.

• Tilla and dabka

  Metallic thread and wire handwork, often seen on bridal necklines and borders.

• Sequins

  Small shimmering discs. Our catalog also calls them sitara.

• Mirror work and pearls

  Small mirrors and pearls set into the embroidery for extra shine.

How do I get the fit right?

Adjustments to length, sleeve length and bust are free. Send your height and measurements on WhatsApp when you order, or book a fitting in Doha and the piece is adjusted in the atelier before delivery. Fittings are by appointment.

A piece made to custom measurements cannot be returned, although it is adjusted for free until it fits, so confirm your measurements before ordering. Standard sizes (S, M, L, XL) can be exchanged within 7 days of delivery if unworn, with tags and the original box. See alterations and returns.

How do I order a bridal outfit?

Message Silkara on WhatsApp about the piece you like, or add it to your bag and send it as one message. Some bridal pieces are listed as price on request: ask there for the price and availability, and share your wedding date so the team can confirm timing.

Delivery takes 24 to 48 hours in Qatar and 3 to 5 business days across the GCC. Every outfit is steamed, wrapped in tissue and packed in a protective garment box. See delivery.