Light Up Your Diwali with Trending Ethnic Looks

Light Up Your Diwali with Trending Ethnic Looks 

By: Rachel Dawson

The festival of lights is in full swing with Diwali around the corner. This is the season which witnesses balconies kindle up with lamps to announce its arrival. During the run-up to Diwali, there are several customs and rituals to be followed. One of the most anticipated ones includes adorning oneself with new metals. Jewellery stores make sure they have the best gold on display with the latest traditional designs and in-lay work for customers. Planning an outfit for Diwali is another exciting custom as the mantra of this 5-day festival remains: Get rid of the old to make way for the new. 

If you are perplexed as to what to wear, we have picked out the trendiest outfits to make your Diwali unforgettable and selfie-worthy in equal measure. 

Channel Your Inner Desi Princess 

Feel the most glamorous with this three-piece kurta ensemble that comes with a skirt, kurta, and dupatta. This outfit channels all the vibes of a desi-princess and celebrity. If you want your attire to do all the talking, this set is just the right fit for you.  

Price: AED 140

Website: https://www.tulasitrendz.com/product/festive-wear-kurti-with-skirt-dupatta-set/

Keep it Classy 

If you're looking for a minimalistic outfit to celebrate Diwali, this printed kurta balances the right amount of brightness and colour. Be sure to feel your best in this modern look which comes with embroidered sleeves and a perfect tie-up collar. It's classy, chic and still makes a statement. 

Price: AED 140 

Website: https://uae.khaadi.com/ready-to-wear/pret/etp20320-purple-etp20320-purple-uae.html

Modern Fairytale Vibes 

Tired of the same old lehenga, saree, and kurta options? Traditional wear can get boring at times. Count on Indian designer label Ritu Kumar, to find a modern twist on ethnic wear. With her Crop Top and Drap Dhoti set, you're sure to steal the limelight at any Diwali party. 

Price: AED 1768 

Website: https://en-ae.namshi.com/buy-ritu-kumar-crop-top-drape-dhoti-set-w720501a.html

A Vision in Green 

Want to unleash your inner diva? What better than a sage green three-piece dress? The elegant embroidered and golden finish makes this piece an eternal style quotient. You will be a sight to behold, a vision in green and gold. 

Price: AED 1852

Website: https://vesimi.com/womens-wear/sage-green-embroidered-lehenga-set.html

Just like a Desi Girl 

Priyanka Chopra, Aishwarya Rai and Deepika Padukone - they all swear by a Benarasi Silk Saree. After all, taking the silk route is as traditional as it gets. It's richness incomparable to any other. This saree guarantees you'll make an impression in everybody's hearts. 

Price: AED 675 

Website: https://www.prayanah.com/shop/women/banrasi-silk-saree/