ACCESSORISING YOUR OUTFIT
Choosing the right accessories for your wedding attire are important for adding that "je ne said quoi" to a tasteful outfit and making your ensemble a statement of your personality and individual style. When accessorising, always remember that less is more - never over do it. If your outfit is very flamboyant, choose accessories that are simple and understated. On the other hand a plain outfit can be livened up with vibrant and stylish accessories.

DUPATTA (SCARF)
The dupatta is a long scarf usually with tassels at both ends, which is typically worn with Sherwanis & Kurta Pyjamas. This is commonly draped stylishly over the shoulders or around the neck to enhance the visual appeal of an outfit.

Take stock of your outfit when choosing a dupatta. If the outfit is simple, in sober colours with minimal embroidery then a flamboyant scarf in vibrant colours or with intricate embroidery or swaroovski stones will bring your outfit to life. Two shade crushed dupattas with block prints are a hot favourite this season. On the other hand if your outfit is already very heavy, a simple singe colour dupatta made from crushed material with gold or silver threadwork will add panache to your ensemble.

PAGRI OR SAAFA (WEDDING TURBAN)
The pagri or wedding turban is an extremely majestic accessory but a lot of guys may take much convincing before they are seen sporting one on their big day! If you're in love with your spiky hair style and wont let anyone touch it, then it's unlikely that a pagri is for you!

Pagris should always be custom draped to suit the shape of your head and complement the shape of your face. They should never be an over the counter purchase which is parked on your head to make you look ridiculous. Do ensure that your pagri works with the rest of your outfit, and doesn't look like something which you plonked on your head as an after thought

MOJHRIS OR JHOOTIS
There are likely to be times on your wedding day where you will have to remove your shoes and mojris are the ideal slip on slip off option. Mojris are considered as the royal ethnic footwear to go with traditional Indian dressing like sherwanis and kurta pyjamas. They come in a plethora of colours and designs, and are normally hand crafted.

Choose mojris that match one of the dominant colours in your outfit. A current trend is for mojris to be designed with the same material as your khes or pagri or can be custom embroidered with small motifs to suit your tastes. You should ideally have a separate pair of mojris for each outfit that you will be wearing. If mojris are just not for you, Indian sandals or slip on loafers in a neutral shade are the ideal option.

COLOURS & STYLING
Before you unleash your credit card, it's a good idea to do some research. Browse through magazines and surf the net to get an idea of the styles and colours, which appeal to you. By gaining an insight into the variety of outfits on offer, you'll be making an informed choice and will ensure that you buy a fabulous outfit that has your name written all over it.

Today it is perfectly acceptable for a man to flaunt colour. The wonderful thing about ethnic clothes is that they give you the chance to experiment with colours that previously have not entered your wardrobe. The final choice will depend on your personal taste and what you feel comfortable wearing, though you should take the following into account.

Your skin tone should be a deciding factor in choosing the colour of your outfits. Generally speaking, if you are fair, darker deeper colours will suit you very well. Guys with a wheatish or dark complexion should opt for creams, whites and beiges or vibrant colours to offset their skin tone.

The type of event that you are choosing the outfit for is also an important factor to take into account. For pre-wedding functions like Sangeets, Mehndis and Sanjis you should go for an ethnic look to match the theme of the occasion. A kurta pyjama in bright vibrant colours like blues, maroon, deep green or rust with tasteful embroidery and a matching waistcoat or snazzy duppatta will be right on the mark. Kurtas with ornate brocade work are also very popular this season.

SIZE MATTERS!
NNo matter how good an outfit looks on a model in a magazine or on a mannequin in a shop, it doesn't guarantee that it will look as good on you. You need to make an honest assessment of your body shape and take this into account when choosing your outfit.

Men who are short in stature should wear clothes, which add some height to their frame. Well tailored Sherwanis & Kurtas which are below knee length will give you a taller look. Keep embroidery to a minimum, just around the neck and down the front of the outfit. Drape a long dupatta around your neck and wear a pagri on your head to add some height to your frame.

Very tall guys or those who are noticeably taller than their brides should not over emphasise their height but use it to their best advantage. Grooms who carry their height above the waist should opt for shorter Sherwanis or Kurtas, which are heavily embroidered. Conversely guys with long legs should go for long Sherwanis and Kurtas and stay away from tight fitting churidar bottoms. If possible, avoid wearing a pagri as this will only add to your height.

Guys with a broad well-built upper body but with a narrow waist and slim legs should go for a shorter Kurta or Sherwani length, no longer than the knee, thereby giving the impression of longer legs and a more streamlined figure. You should be careful to avoid Kurtas, Sherwanis and Jackets with excessive embroidery as these will draw attention to the upper half of your body and re-enforce your top heaviness. If you choose to wear a Dupatta, it should be draped over one shoulder to add balance to your stature.

Skinny guys with a very lean build need an outfit that provides some bulk and shape to their body and gives them a more manly frame. Choose an outfit that is well cut but which doesn't cling to your body. The idea is that you want to add the appearance of more weight to your frame. A top with lots of embroidery will make you appear broader than you actually are and wearing a dupatta over one shoulder and draping it over the other arm will also give the impression of a more masculine build.

Gents who are "well rounded" or have got a bit of excess girth should choose clothes that are well tailored but hang loosely on the body to give it some shape and take attention away from their beer bellies! Try and go for embroidery or prints, which runs in lines down the outfit, which will give the impression of a slimmer body.