Planning a Traditional Indian Sangeet Night? Here's Everything You Must Know

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If you're about to get married soon and are wondering what a Sangeet ceremony is, or what its significance is according to Indian traditions, you've landed at the right place. A Sangeet ceremony is a huge part of the many traditions and customs of an Indian wedding and you should know everything about it if you plan one in the near future or are attending one soon. We've got everything you need to know about a traditional Indian Sangeet ceremony here- from what it means, what is its significance, who to invite to a Sangeet ceremony, when to throw one, Sangeet ceremony dress ideas and Sangeet ceremony decoration ideas. 

In this article:

1. What is a Sangeet Ceremony?

2. Sangeet Ceremony Dress Ideas

3. Sangeet Ceremony Decoration Inspiration

What is a Sangeet Ceremony?

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Sangeet is synonymous with singing together. Typically, a Sangeet ceremony is a North India pre-wedding function that involves the bride and groom's family singing and dancing throughout the evening to celebrate the oncoming wedding. Historically, the Sangeet ceremony used to only involve the ladies who would sing folklore and play Dholak to tease the bride and celebrate her marriage. Today, the Sangeet ceremony has evolved into a full-fledged function where the bride and groom's families and friends come together to sing and dance to Punjabi and Bollywood songs and give performances on stage and dance on the stage. 

Who to Invite to a Sangeet Ceremony?

As mentioned earlier, the Sangeet ceremony used to be an all-ladies event earlier. But now, it is a pre-wedding function where the bride and groom invite all of their family and close friends. If you're soon getting married and are wondering who to invite to your Sangeet ceremony, you can either invite only your close friends and immediate family or all of the guests who you've invited to the wedding and the wedding reception. If you're having an intimate wedding or a destination wedding, you should be sending the Sangeet invite to all of your guests staying at the wedding venue with you. 

When to Plan a Sangeet Ceremony?

A sangeet ceremony is a pre-wedding event, thus it is typically planned a day or two before the final wedding ceremony. If you don't want the ceremony to happen a few days before the wedding, you can also plan it the day before. If you're having an intimate wedding or a destination wedding, it is best to do the Sangeet ceremony the day before or after the wedding as it will allow all your guests to attend the event and dance their hearts out with you!

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Sangeet Ceremony Dress Ideas

If you're a bride-to-be or a wedding guest soon to attend a Sangeet ceremony and are confused about what to wear at the function, we've got your back. Scroll and see 10 of the best Sangeet Ceremony dress ideas for you to wear!

Elegant Sangeet Ceremony Dress

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The sangeet ceremony is made for all the glitter and glam and if you're looking for something to wear in lighter shades, take cues from this gorgeous baby pink lehenga! We're head over heels in love with the embellishments, the blouse design and the unique dupatta style. 

Traditional Sangeet Ceremony Dress

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This one is a more traditional take on a Sangeet ceremony dress. If you're confused about what to wear at your Sangeet ceremony, go for something similar. Look for simple lehengas in light shades that have silver and gold embellishments and embroidery. 

Chic Sangeet Ceremony Dress

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There's no better colour to wear at a Sangeet ceremony than a neutral shade or white. And if the dress is heavily embellished like this one, it adds a cherry on top for sure!

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Trendy Sangeet Ceremony Dress

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Everything about this Sangeet ceremony dress screams "TRENDY"! From the delicate floral embellishments to the fur- there's nothing not to like in this dress. If you're looking for something unique to wear, bookmark this. 

Lilac Sangeet Ceremony Dress

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If you're a fan of Lilac just like us, you'll love this one. Along with being elegant, this beautiful lehenga also has all the trendy elements which make it the perfect Sangeet ceremony dress to wear.

Designer Sangeet Ceremony Dress

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Have you had enough of Indian traditional dresses at weddings? Go for something contemporary like this. The sangeet ceremony is the perfect occasion to don gorgeous gowns and dresses like this one and you should be making the most of this opportunity. 

Unique Sangeet Ceremony Dress

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If you aren't looking to wear a traditional lehenga or the same old gown at the Sangeet ceremony, this one is a great option for you. Pair this up with glittery and dewy makeup to complete this look for your Sangeet night. 

Glamorous Sangeet Ceremony Dress

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The sangeet ceremony is the perfect event to rock all the gold and glitter you have. You should be having this kind of dress in your wardrobe to wear at the Starry night themed Sangeet ceremonies. 

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Aubergine Sangeet Ceremony Dress

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We've said this before and we'll say it again- Aubergine is the colour of the season and it is here to stay! And if you want to integrate this beautiful colour into your Sangeet ceremony, this lehenga is the perfect option for you. 

Simple Sangeet Ceremony Dress

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Simple, chic and elegant- this is what describes this Tarun Tahiliani classic perfectly. If you're a plain Jane, this is going to be your type of Sangeet ceremony dress. Take cues from the subtle colour and the unique dupatta style and bookmark this for your Sangeet night!

Sangeet Ceremony Decoration Inspiration

Sangeet ceremony decoration can vary from one wedding to another. It all depends on what the couple wants. These days, many couples plan to have a themed Sangeet night and thus the decor also varies accordingly. Here are some of our favourite Sangeet ceremony decoration elements that you can integrate at your own Sangeet night. 

Mystic Sangeet Ceremony Decoration

Planners: Akarshana Events Entertainment, Decorators: Silhouette Events, Venue: Golkonda Resorts

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We're loving everything about this decoration- from just the right amount of mist to create an ambience, to the table centrepieces, the candle stands and the chandeliers. You should be bookmarking this to show to your planner or decorator. 

Disco Balls Sangeet Ceremony Decoration

Planners & Decorators: Aura Affaire, Photographer: Ombre by Harsheen Jammu, Venue: Samode Palace

This is a very unique Sangeet ceremony decoration idea and we're all for it! If you're looking for something that will set your Sangeet night apart from the rest, this is THE perfect decoration idea for you and you should be bookmarking this. 

Starry Night Sangeet Ceremony Decoration

Planners: Dream Makers Event & Entertainment

If you're planning a starry night-themed Sangeet night, take a look at this decoration idea. You can take inspiration from the gorgeous golden decor and the mirror finish furnishing that complete the whole vibe of this idea. 

Sangeet Ceremony Decoration for Entrance

Planners and Decorators: F5 Weddings

This is a very simple yet beautiful decor idea for your Sangeet ceremony. You can get this installed at the entrance and this will surely serve as a great photo drop for all your guests' pictures. 

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Garden Themed Sangeet Ceremony Decoration

Planners and Decorators: Experiential Weddings by Mapsor, Venue: Hotel The Gold Palace & Resorts

This is another gorgeous idea for an entrance decor for your Sangeet ceremony. If you're having a garden, forest or tropical-themed Sangeet night, you should bookmark this idea right away for inspiration.

Royal Sangeet Ceremony Decoration

Planners: Marriage Colours

Sangeet nights are made for grand stage setups and Bollywood dances! This Sangeet ceremony decoration is perfect for an event that has lots of live music and dance performances and the cherry on top is, it also looks otherworldly beautiful. 

Glam Night Sangeet Ceremony Decoration

Planners: Rani Pink

If you're having a glitter and glam-themed Sangeet night or are looking for unique decor ideas for your Sangeet ceremony, this one should be bookmarked to show to your wedding planners or wedding decorators. 

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Sangeet Ceremony Decoration for Table Centerpiece

Planners: RK Events

Table centrepieces can add a lot of grandiose to the Sangeet decor and you shouldn't be missing out on that. Look for flowers that go with your theme of the Sangeet night and opt for candlesticks and candle stands like the one used in the picture. 

Ambient Sangeet Ceremony Decoration

Decorators: Wedding-e-Khas

Red sets the vibe of the Sangeet ceremony perfectly and if you're looking for something similar, this is a great decor idea to bookmark and show to your wedding decorator and wedding planner. 

Sangeet Ceremony Decoration with Chandelier

Planners: Weddings By Neeraj Kamra

Just like centrepieces, chandeliers can also add a lot of grandiose to your wedding venue at the Sangeet ceremony. If you're looking for a similar vibe, bookmark this to show to your wedding planner right away. 

We hope this blog was able to help you understand the true meaning of the Sangeet ceremony in India and that you were able to decide on a theme, dress and the type of decor you need for the big day!

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