10 Shoes and Footwear Ideal for a Desi Groom

Typically, more attention is given to choosing the right attire for your shaadi while the footwear design is sidelined.

Yet the footwear and shoe design you choose to wear can either make or break your wedding day look, especially, if you are the groom.

Marriage is defined as the journey of a lifetime.

If you are embarking on this journey then you should begin it in a fabulous pair of shoes.

The bride’s footwear is barely visible underneath heavily embroidered lehengas. While the groom’s footwear catches all the attention.

Over time numerous footwear designs have been created to suit an array of varied styles from simple and elegant to extravagant.

Therefore, you must choose your outfit and your footwear astutely.

Particularly if you have decided to exchange your vows the Desi way and in Desi Dulha-Dulhan outfits.

This selection of ten footwear designs is a perfect source of inspiration to adorn a Desi groom’s feet.

Matching Jutti and Outfit

Bespoke jutti patterns that match the groom’s outfit are great choice for Desi weddings.

Instead of picking a readymade jutti, you can get it custom made to complement your attire.

You can achieve this by getting the jutti made of the same fabric and pattern as that of the sherwani or kurta you have decided to wear on your big day.

This subtle footwear design is a great touch to complete your look.

It might require you to go an extra mile to get these made, however, the effort would be worth the compliments you will assuredly receive.

Nothing quite compares to this popular jutti pattern trend.

Twinning Juttis

Juttis are unisex footwear designs worn by men and women alike.

You can ace the twinning game with your dulhan on your wedding by wearing matching juttis.

For inspiration, one can look at Bollywood heartthrobs Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone.

They wore matching Sabyasachi juttis as they made their first public appearance after getting hitched.

It was a fashion statement that won many hearts.

If you are someone who loves to coordinate with your significant other, then this footwear design is ideal for you.

Fancy Loafers

If juttis are not your thing then you can opt for loafers.

We are not referring to regular loafers but beautiful embellished ones.

They are available in a variety of fabrics and intricate sequence work, phulkari, mirror work, thread work, added spikes and more.

These embroidered loafers would make a bold fashion statement for any dulha on his wedding day.

Sabyasachi is a favourite celebrity wedding designer in India and his footwear designs are a marvel.

He designed a pair of embroidered loafers for Nick Jonas and Ranveer Singh for their respective weddings.

They are nothing short of exquisite and accentuated the grooms’ outfits in the best way possible.

This footwear design will most certainly catch everyone’s attention.

Kolhapuri Chappal

An alternative to a closed jutti is a chappal, which is open and free for your feet to breath and easy to slip on and off.

This chappal pattern has a handmade open front, which was first designed in Kolhapur town of Maharashtra in India.

They are made of leather and dyed in vegetable dyes. They are available in various shades of brown and black.

This ethnic footwear design can be worn on your wedding day, as well as other ceremonies such as the sangeet and haldi.

However, do not forget to pamper your feet before you slide them into a pair of kolhapuris.

As your feet will be more visible than regular groom footwear.

Classic Brown Jutti

If you want your shaadi day look to be subtle and minimalist, then you can go in for the classic plain brown Punjabi jutti.

It would be the perfect choice to make, especially if you choose to go in for a light and simple sherwani or kurta.

Moreover, unlike other fancy ethnic footwear designs, these are not for one-time wear.

They can be worn casually and on other occasions with a pair of denim or kurtas.

Fusion with Formals

If you feel juttis are not your thing then you can match your attire with a suitable pair of formal shoes.

You can pick a pair of elegant derby shoes to keep your look simple yet suave.

They would blend very well with a sherwani or even a bandhgala.

A pair of monkey strap shoes could also work very well with a jodhpuri.

Mesmerising Mojaris

Mojaris are similar to juttis except juttis have a flat front. Mojaris have an extended curled snout in the front. They are also known as Khussas and Maujay.

They are available in subtle as well as vibrant hues, with embroidery and cutwork.

Mojaris can be teamed up with desi attires such as dhotis, pathani salwars, jodhpuris and kurta pajamas alike.

You can disregard fancy jutti patterns and enjoy a traditional and safe choice if you are not into experimenting.

Royal Golden Zardosi Jutti

Zardosi is a style of handwork which is both beautiful and royal.

Initially, this style of handwork was done with pure silver and gold wires and used in making clothing for the rich and royalty.

Today, craftsmen make use of alloys and polish for zardosi embroidery although it still displays the same sense of richness and royalty.

Zardosi embellished juttis would be the perfect choice to wear with golden or zardosi embellished sherwanis.

Designer Jutti

If you are looking for something more extravagant on your feet for the big day then wearing a pair of designer shoes will sure meet the look.

There are many designers who produce incredible work when it comes to loafers and mojaris finished with an impeccable touch.

Spikes are very trendy and set your shoes apart with some bling on them.

One designer duo who have perfected this look are  Sabyasachi and Christian Louboutin.

Their designs are an example of footwear to make the Desi groom look a million dollars.

Tiledar Khussa

Tila refers to the intricately embroidered thread work in hues of gold, copper, bronze and silver.

The Tiledar khussa is a quintessential Punjabi jutti, which will never get outdated.

If you are even remotely interested in Punjabi music, you must have heard mention of these in one song or the other.

It is a khussa pattern which is being worn since generations and is a safe choice to make.

You can pick one that works best with your wedding day outfit.

Everyone spends a significant number of hours and pounds on their wedding outfit.

Do not forget to invest some time in a fine pair of footwear.

These footwear designs are ideal for men to showcase their unique sense of fashion.

We hope our style guide of footwear designs for a desi groom will help you narrow down your options, and give you inspiration for your shaadi look.

Make sure you put your best foot forward as you dance in your baraat, walk the aisle, take the vows and then finally take your bride away for your happily ever after.