The groom's mojari appears in photos at the varmala, the pheras and every stage picture. A well-matched pair finishes the look.
Colour
- Match the mojari to the embroidery or the safa rather than the base of the sherwani. A gold-embroidered ivory sherwani looks great with gold or ivory mojaris.
- For a dark sherwani, a mojari in a matching dark tone with gold work keeps the look rich.
- A contrasting mojari that matches the safa ties the outfit together from head to toe.
Embroidery and detail
Zari, dabka, pearl and thread work are the most popular. Keep the level of detail similar to the sherwani: heavy embroidery with a heavy sherwani, finer work with a minimal one.
Toe shape
- Pointed: classic and elegant.
- Curled (Punjabi or Rajasthani style): traditional and royal.
- Rounded: more comfortable for long hours and dancing.
Fit for a long day
The groom stands, walks and dances for hours, and sits cross-legged at the mandap where shoes come off and on again.
- Choose a snug but not tight fit; feet swell a little during the day.
- Look for a cushioned insole and soft leather lining.
- Wear them at home for a week before the wedding.
Custom or ready-made
A mochi can make a custom pair with fabric from the sherwani for a perfect match. Allow three to four weeks, and one trial fitting.
Don't forget the shoe-stealing
In families that celebrate joota chupai, keep a family member in charge of the groom's mojaris at the mandap.
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