20-Sep-24 01:08 PM
Purvi
Navratri is a bright and lively Indian festival. For nine nights, it's a whirlwind of music, dance, and worship. Imagine fun-filled dandiya evenings where people dress up in beautiful traditional outfits, like dandiya, chaniya choli, and lehenga choli.
Let's get some of the most amazing styles up for you to choose from and dance through the night in style for Navratri.
Chaniya Choli
The essence of Navratri fashion is chaniya choli, a loose-fitted flared skirt (chaniya) and a fitted blouse (choli), with a dupatta in several styles. Bright colours and mirror work and embroidery are mainstays of traditional styles, while the modern chaniya choli features trendy cuts and fabric, an ideal dress to twirl in Garba.
2. Lehenga Choli
Lehenga choli has emerged as a beautiful wear for Navratri. The lehenga choli can be draped with a long flowing skirt and crop top or blouse. The developing ranges of lehenga possess Indo-Western features, including cape sleeves and asymmetrical hems. Rich jewel-toned embroidered lehengas will mark your dandiya nights.
3. Mirror Work Magic
Mirror work is quite synonymous with Navratri clothing. It gives a sparkling effect to the garment and reflects light wonderfully while dancing. Most of the mirror work is present on chaniya cholis and lehengas, giving you a traditional yet glamorous feel. Mirror work tops can be perfectly matched with plain skirts for those looking for a more subtle-looking attire.
4. Fusion Dandiya Dresses
Dandiya dresses suit a woman who likes to undergo a mix of the traditional and modern. Many are one-piece garments that provide the flared silhouette of a lehenga but with cold-shoulder sleeves, peplum-style tops, and other design elements that update tradition for the contemporary look.
5. Vibrant and Bright Dupattas
A coloured dupatta adds a splash of colour to the entire Navratri outfit. The most sought-after dupattas feature intricate designs in the form of bandhani, tie-dye, or even hand embroidery. They can be draped over one shoulder and across your neck or even styled like a cape to give it the dramatic look. Those bright dupattas with heavy embellishments give that dash of glamour to simple chaniya cholis and lehengas.
6. Anarkali Suits
If you wish to wear something not too flashy yet elegant, then an anarkali is just right. Anarkalis are long, flowy dresses that connect grace with comfort. In case you want to add the perfect festive look, combine the clothes with statement jewelry and a bright dupatta. Most of the anarkalis with embroidered yokes or zari work will make you shine for Navratri celebrations.
7. Printed Lehenga Sets
Printed lehengas are the in thing this Navratri. Unlike heavily embroidered designs, printed lehengas offer a refreshing change in the form of floral and geometric prints and even traditional motifs. These prints present a modern, lightweight option in the backdrop of richness. Paired with a contrasting blouse or a simple top, a printed lehenga will create a chic, effortless look.
8. Jackets and Shrugs
Layering is available in the form of jackets or shrugs, but now as a sartorial fashion statement to add some drama to your Navratri garment. Interesting contrast is created with long, embellished jackets over simple lehenga choli, while lightweight shrugs add flow and movement to your look. Heavy embroidery or metallic detail in the jackets can be maintained as part of the festive air.
Navratri is celebrated in colour, culture, and traditions, but the costume is the reflection of that festive spirit. Chaniya choli will always be a timeless favourite or you might resort to the modern version with Lehenga choli, or even experiment with fusion dressing to dandiya; all are beautiful as well as very Indian. Evolving trends with the wide range of options make it classy as well as trendy for your Navratri attire. So, as you dance out the night, let your clothes twirl with you to shine bright, like the festivities surrounding you.