Ae Halo! Head-To-Toe Guide To Rock At Garba Nights This Year

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All our Gujju folks (and non-Gujju folks who love garba), if you plan on attending Navratri events this year, we've curated something interesting for you. From vibrant outfits to dramatic earrings and blingy juttis - it's the time to go all out and make maximalism your buddy! Here are our recommendations to fill your wardrobes with colours.

Ethnic Outfits In 9 Colours For 9 Days!

Day 1: White

White Chikan Cotton Anarkali Embroidery Kurta Dress

White Chikan Cotton Anarkali Embroidery Kurta Dress

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The festival starts with pure intentions and peace! We've picked this pristine white chikankari kurta dress by Miravan. Wear it with a pair of colourful palazzos, light jhumkas and silver bangles. You can also wear it as a maxi dress on your brunch dates, while styling it with classic hopes and platform heels.

For the festive season, click here to shop boho-chic jhumkas.

Day 2: Red

Women Solid Red Strappy Kurta With Kalamakri Palazzo Set

Women Solid Red Strappy Kurta With Kalamakri Palazzo Set

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It's okay if you don't want to be all dressed up! We chose an outfit that is both comfortable and exudes #FestiveVibes. It's bright red, it's minimal, and it's got a fair share of prints. To make the most of this outfit, you can accessorise it well with funky silver jewellery. Find some of the brands we love here.

Day 3: Blue

Women Gota Patti Neck Detail Indigo Lehariya Pattern Peplum Tunic

Women Gota Patti Neck Detail Indigo Lehariya Pattern Peplum Tunic

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If you're up for this outfit, you're sure to grab eyeballs. Bold stripes, bright Indigo colour and a hint of traditional Gota Patti, we're loving this contemporary twist to the traditional outfit.  

Also read, 11 brands that're redefining Indianwear with a modern twist! 

Day 4: Yellow

Intricate Lace Detail Yellow Jaipuri Printed Gher Kurta Pants (Set of 3)

Intricate Lace Detail Yellow Jaipuri Printed Gher Kurta Pants (Set of 3)

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The blooming floral print and the bright yellow shade made us add this cotton set to our Navratri rotation. The lace work detail only adds elegance to the attire. The straight pants are perfect for our dance moves.

Check out these brands for stylish cotton ethnic wear.

Day 5: Green

Solid Green Anarkali Suit Set With Hand Painted Organza Dupatta

Solid Green Anarkali Suit Set With Hand Painted Organza Dupatta

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Oh, how we love for our outfits to flare when we're dancing! This pastel green anarkali will make all those Garba photos look good. The neckline with faux buttons gives a very royal look. Accessorise with oxidised stud earrings, a choker and statement finger rings.

Day 6: Grey

Grey Kurta With Palazzo (Set of 2)

Grey Kurta With Palazzo (Set of 2)

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Keeping it light and easy, we've picked this easy-breezy kurta set. The neckline has colourful embroidery that subtly suits the Navratri vibe. You can go heavy on accessorising to add that oomph. Wear a traditional kamar patta and multi-colour earrings.

Day 7: Orange

Floral Embroidered Orange Kurta With Beige Printed Palazzo Set

Floral Embroidered Orange Kurta With Beige Printed Palazzo Set

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You're going to love us for this recommendation. Remember when we said to go all in for this joyous and grand dance festival? Mesmora is where you can find a Navratri-appropriate set with all the colours in the world, tassels and detailed thread work. We picked this palazzo set for the orange day. You can visit the link above and find many more colour options.

Day 8: Peacock Green

Teal Green Peacock Embroidered Straight Kurti with Straight Pants (Set of 2)

Teal Green Peacock Embroidered Straight Kurti with Straight Pants (Set of 2)

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Peacocks are known to dance gracefully, and that's what Garba nights are to us. And so, we've picked this peacock green kurta set with an elegant peacock embroidery patch at the neckline. Pair your antique jewellery with peacock motifs and get ready to take over the dance floor.

Day 9: Pink

Barkha Bandhani Set

Barkha Bandhani Set

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We cannot imagine Navratri without Bandhani. So, for the last day this pink kurta set has made it to our favourites. It's lightweight and vibrant. Pair it with oxidised chaandbalis and layered necklaces. Also wear payals if you can seamlessly carry them while dancing.

Check out other bandhani and leheriya outfits here. They're in trend so hop on the bandwagon! 

Deck Up In Jewellery

Royal Meets Junk With This Brass Neckpiece

Royal Choker with Pearl Bunches

Royal Choker with Pearl Bunches

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Silver and oxidised jewellery are the core parts of any Navratri outfit. Creyon By Mansi, is THE brand to bookmark. While we've eyed this versatile brass necklace, their collection has got an array of royal-looking jewellery options, including earrings, kadas, chunky necklaces and more. This e-store comes in handy when your outfit is casual and you want to glamorise it effortlessly.

Love silver jewellery? Brands you'd want to bookmark pronto!

Lightweight Earrings That Do The Job!

Fabric Tassel Detail Pink Earrings

Fabric Tassel Detail Pink Earrings

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Okay! We've all made this mistake of wearing those chunky and heavy jhumkas only to realise it's painful while dancing. So you'd almost always take them off, and your outfit goals would be ruined. Solution? Hello, dramatic lightweight earrings. And this orange-pink one is our top pick. It's traditional, should match most of your outfits, and has got a hint of silver finish.

Statement Finger Rings

Six Petal Flower Oxidised Silver Ring

Six Petal Flower Oxidised Silver Ring

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Don't forget a ring, girls. It's a tiny way to dramatize and complete your garba look.  

Now that we're talking about rings, here are budget-friendly options if Tiffany's too expensive! 

Comfy Yet Stylish Footwear & Functional Festive Bags

Black Mules That Match All Your Traditional Outfits

Women Embellished Floral Pattern Black Mules

Women Embellished Floral Pattern Black Mules

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Because footwear in Navratri is all about comfort and ease, we're suggesting our top picks from juttis, flats and super-comfy wedges. This black one is your safest bet as it's festive enough, comfortable and also goes with most colours and outfit types. Whether you're wearing a dhoti set or a palazzo, this should do the job! 

Psst, buh-bye shoe bites! 

Embroidered Kolhapuris For Desi Drama

Women Colourblocked Embroidered & Sequined Kohlapuris

Women Colourblocked Embroidered & Sequined Kohlapuris

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If your outfit's got a lot of colours and shades, tassels and prints, complete your outfit with these shoes. While these match amazingly with your dramatic outfit, they are also good to go with denim. So, you can wear these with your casual outfits as well and ace a cool indo-western look.

Lastly, Always Pick A Clutch That Doubles As A Sling

Sequin Floral & Checks Embroidered Clutch

Sequin Floral & Checks Embroidered Clutch

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Always, always pick a sling when you're heading for Navratri. You don't want to stress about leaving your bag on random tables or corners and then constantly worrying about whether it's safe or not. So, a sling that's festive and lightweight is your safest bet and the only type of bag you should opt for. We've picked this chic black one with golden embellishments on it. It can carry your basic makeup, phone, and power bank.

Colourful Belt Bag

Ivory Handcrafted Bohemian Waist Bag

Ivory Handcrafted Bohemian Waist Bag

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Hands free! That's what we like to be when it comes to Navratri, weddings, or any festive events. This embroidered bohemian belt bag is versatile and will match with any of our ethnic outfits, be it light or heavy. Plus, it's spacious enough to carry our absolute essentials.

Pro-Tip

It's that time of the year when one festival ends and the other begins, which is quite exciting but also overwhelming. Stress not, read this to bank on some trendy ideas to amp up for the festive season.