Onam, the most celebrated festival in Kerala, is here so it is time for you to make your Onam attire as bright as your Pookalam. While whites and golds will always hold their traditional charm, we’re expecting a range of colours coming out this year’s celebration. Want to know more? Keep reading to find out the super ‘IT’ yet timeless Onam outfits to celebrate the harvest festival!
14 Stunning Onam Outfit Ideas To Look Your Festive Best
Overview
- 1. Traditional Kasavu Saree
- 2. Kanjivaram Saree
- 3. Solid Beige Saree
- 4. Indo Western Long Skirt
- 5. Straight Cut Kurta Set
- 6. Chanderi Silk Saree
- 7. White Kurta and Dupatta Set
- 8. Silver Kasavu Saree
- 9. Kasavu with Pink Blouse
- 10. Tunic Top and Skirt
- 11. Kanchipuram Silk Lehenga
- 12. Ethnic Co-ord Set
- 13. Silk Anarkali Dress
- 14. Top With Pants And Cape
Traditional Kasavu Saree
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Think Kerala or Onam and the first visual that pops to mind is the iconic white and gold Kasavu saree donned by our beautiful Malayali friends. Pick a traditional saree that can be worn to practically any special occasion, they're considered heirlooms for a reason. You can get a gold blouse to match the Kasavu (gold Zari border) and pair your look with gold plated silver earrings. Depending on the neckline of the blouse, you can also wear a choker to bring your look together.
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Kanjivaram Saree
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Another traditional piece you can never go wrong with is a Kanjivaram saree in a beige/gold combination that's appropriate for an Onam celebration. You can totally rock this look for a big celebration too like a wedding reception of sorts. Go minimal with the jewellery and carry a clutch to go with the look.
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Solid Beige Saree
₹2900
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If you're shopping for Onam, but are also looking to invest in a saree that you'd like to wear to work, get a solid beige cotton or mul saree. The garment is versatile in a million ways and works just as well for Onam as it does for other occasions. Since you're wearing a plain saree, you can jazz up the look with a halter neck blouse and complete it with dainty pearl jewellery that's also been in vogue for a while now and doesn't seem to be going out of style anytime soon.
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Indo Western Long Skirt
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Have fun with your Onam look and pair your classic white shirt with a traditional maxi skirt in gold. You can complete your look with big chunky kundan jewellery. It's easy, you can wear it elsewhere too, and who doesn't love a trendy indo-western look?
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Straight Cut Kurta Set
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Get yourself an off-white straight cut suit for Onam, and trust us, you'll not regret it. This one from Gahan ticks all the right boxes. The embroidery works well for Onam since it's simple and not too over the top, and it is versatile enough for other get-togethers as well. You can make the look dressier by pairing it with a choker and comfy heels.
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Chanderi Silk Saree
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A Chanderi silk saree belongs in every desi fit lover's closet that can eventually be passed down as an heirloom. The look is quite timeless, versatile, and can be worn for several occasions even after decades. Since the saree looks grand by itself, you can pair it with dainty pearl jewellery to complete your look this Onam.
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White Kurta and Dupatta Set
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Chances are you already have a white kurta in your wardrobe. If you don't have one already, here's your cue to get one, since its is a wardrobe staple that you will never regret buying. You can make your look more Onam specific by pairing it with a beautiful solid coloured gold dupatta, and heavy jhumkas.
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Silver Kasavu Saree
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While white and gold are the standard colours for Onam, there's no hard and fast rule that you can't experiment with other colours. If you have a collection of oxidised chunky silver jewellery, pair it with a beautiful silver Kasavu saree.
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Kasavu with Pink Blouse
₹2799
Celebrate Onam along while also not letting go of your Barbie season craze and pair your solid beige sarees or skirts with a hot pink blouse. We bet you'll love to mix and match these pieces with other styles in your wardrobe for other occasions as well! Complete the look with complementing pink jewellery or polki sets.
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Tunic Top and Skirt
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We love tunic tops since they work so well with Indian looks. Pick a gold or beige top and pair it with a darker skirt to create your own ensemble this Onam. What's cool is that both the pieces can be worn separately with other stuff in your closet easily. The look is super leisurely and will give you much needed room for the legendary Sadhya
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Kanchipuram Silk Lehenga
₹5999
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A Kanchipuram silk lehenga will make sure that you stand out from the crowd. This lehenga from JATRIQQ has all the traditional colours while the Kanjeevaram material will make you feel like royalty. It’s affordable too!! The blouse comes unstitched, which is great, since you can get one designed according to what you want or like something you saw on Pinterest. We suggest you top it off with some sleek Kundan jewellery for a hint of sparkle, ensuring the spotlight stays where it belongs – on your fabulous lehenga!
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Ethnic Co-ord Set
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Want to take a vibrant route while keeping the traditional feels alive? The search ends with this fun and fabulous co-ord set from House of Dharaa! We believe florals are blooming all around this harvest season, so now is the perfect time to dive into them. Since the set strikes the perfect balance between being minimalist and on trend, we bet you’ll easily find ways to repurpose this later on for other festivities and occasions. The top in itself is an attention-grabber, so you can keep the neck bare when it comes to accessories and go for heavy earrings instead!
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Silk Anarkali Dress
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Ladies, it is time to get, set, and twirl this Onam, and an Anarkali is your ticket to all those dreamy spins. We found this beauty from Kaanchie Nanggia which comes with a flare that’ll give you major main character vibes. Moreover, the fabric used is silk that’ll keep you cool throughout the festivities. This versatile gem isn’t just for Onam — it can be your new go-to for daytime weddings too. Just wear a chic choker, and you’re all set to shine with that festive glow!
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Top With Pants And Cape
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The Indo-western vibe is here to stay and we’re super glad about it! There has been a fresh twist on the traditional three-piece suit, as seen on this one from Keva Clothing. The Kutchi embroidery on the front and back yoke of the cape takes the whole outfit up a notch. Plus, think of it as a long-term style investment because you’ll have so much fun mixing and matching these pieces with your existing wardrobe. Elevate this look with oxidised earrings and embellished footwear and you’ll be thanking us later!
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