The Complete Kashmiri Wedding Shopping List

Between the rituals, the guests, and the Wazwan, a Kashmiri wedding has a long shopping list — and it's easy to forget something in the rush. Use this category-by-category checklist so nothing slips through.

Bridal attire

• Pheran or lehenga for the main ceremony, plus outfits for mehendi and other functions
• The traditional headdress (taranga / kasaba) and dupattas
• Footwear, clutches, and everyday wear for the wedding week
• Bridal makeup and mehendi bookings (lock these early)

Groom's attire

• Sherwani or suit for the nikah, plus reception and function outfits
• Turban or headgear, footwear, and accessories
• Grooming and a trial fitting before the big day

Jewellery

• Bridal set — necklace, earrings (dejhoor for Kashmiri Pandit weddings), bangles, and rings
• Pieces for the groom and close family
• Safe storage and a clear record of what was bought and gifted

Wardan — the trousseau

The wardan (trousseau) is a wedding in itself — clothing, linens, and household items the bride takes to her new home. Build the list early and track it so you don't over- or under-buy.

• Everyday and occasion clothing for the year ahead
• Bed linens, blankets, and home textiles
• Kitchen and household essentials
• Personal care and small luxuries

Gifts & Wartaav

Gifts flow in every direction at a Kashmiri wedding — and every one should be recorded as part of your Wartaav so you can reciprocate fairly later. For meaningful, locally-made presents, you can browse handcrafted gifts from Kashmiri artisans on the marketplace.

• Gifts for the in-laws and close family on both sides
• Return gifts and favours for guests
• A set-aside budget for Wartaav reciprocity at upcoming events

Catering, décor & the rest

• Wazwan caterer deposit and final headcount confirmation
• Décor, flowers, and lighting for each function
• Photography and videography bookings
• Invitations — digital invites are faster to send and track than print

Keep the whole list in one place

A wedding shopping list lives across a dozen notes, screenshots, and group chats — until something gets missed. Dawat Book keeps your guest list, invitations, vendor bookings, and Wartaav record together, so the buying and the planning stay in sync. For the full timeline, see our Kashmiri wedding planning checklist.