Durga Puja: A confluence of festival and fashion
The festival of Durga Puja is known for the worship of Maa Durga, beating of Dhak, splendor of pandals and playing of vermillion. But fashion also has a special place in this Bengali tradition. On this occasion, women enjoy wearing beautiful sarees to trendy Indo-Western clothes. This mix of traditional and modern fashion can attract everyone's attention. If you are thinking of wearing something new and stylish this Durga Puja, then you can style your traditional saree in a new way. From the classic look of black-red saree to Jamdani, Kantha jacket and oxidized jewellery, there are many fashion ideas which you can adopt to make your festive look special.
1. Traditional look with black-red saree
Wearing a red border on a white saree holds an important place during Durga Puja. From Mahashashthi to Vijayadashami, it can be worn in different ways. If you like the classic look, then you can wear a white saree with red border with a red blouse, red bindi, vermillion lipstick and traditional bangles. Golden earrings or a traditional neckpiece can make your look even more attractive.
2. Fusion of Tant, Muslin and Jamdani sarees
This time, instead of wearing your saree in the traditional way, give a little modern twist. Sarees like tant, muslin, baluchari and dhakai jamdani can be a great option for a festive look. You can wear contrast blouse, belt or statement earrings with saree. The combination of light saree and attractive accessories will be suitable for every occasion, from visiting the pandal to getting pictures clicked with friends.
3. Cool combination of sneakers with saree
During Durga Puja, one has to visit many pandals and may even have to walk for a long time. In such a situation, comfortable sneakers can be a great option instead of high heels. You can wear white or light colored sneakers with muslin or jamdani saree. This gives a young and modern look to the traditional outfit. If you want to try something new, you can also wear a graphic T-shirt or a stylish crop top with the saree.
4. Give artistic touch to the outfit with Kantha jacket
If you want to make a simple saree or ethnic dress a little different, then you can wear a jacket with Kantha work over it. A jacket adorned with traditional Bengal embroidery can add color and texture to your outfit. An attractive look can also be created by wearing a short jacket with a saree, a light layer over a long kurta or a Kantha jacket with a simple top. Keep in mind that if the jacket has heavy embroidery, it would be better to keep the rest of the accessories simple.
5. Enhance your beauty with Dokra and oxidized jewellery.
The role of jewelery is very important in a festive look. Instead of heavy traditional jewellery, you can go for Dokra jewelery or oxidised silver neckpieces, big earrings and statement rings. A large silver neckpiece can look good with a simple saree, while light earrings and bracelets can be a better choice with printed or embroidered outfits. Try that the jewelery looks balanced with the color and design of your clothes.
6. Pay attention to makeup and hairstyle
To complete the look of Durga Puja, also pay attention to makeup and hairstyle. For a traditional look, you can choose red bindi, light eye makeup and red lipstick. At the same time, nude lipstick and soft makeup is also a good option for a modern look. In hairstyle, you can try open hair, soft waves, low bun or bun decorated with flowers. Choose makeup and hairstyle that are easy to maintain when you are out for long periods of time.
Try your favorite style this Durga Puja
Durga Puja is not only an occasion to wear traditional clothes but also to adopt fashion in a new style as per your choice and personality. You can choose the classic look of red-white saree or create an Indo-Western style with sneakers, kantha jacket and dokra jewellery. The most important thing is that your outfit is comfortable and you feel confident in it.