From Katrina Kaif To Alia Bhatt, Celeb-Inspired Outfits To Wear During Diwali 2023
Diwali 2023: From Katrina Kaif to Alia Bhatt, take inspiration from Bollywood celebrities, if you are still trying to figure out what to wear.
It is that time of the year again! Diwali, the festival of lights, is here, and it is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. The festival is celebrated with great pomp and excitement amongst Hindu families in India. Diwali, which celebrates the triumph of good over evil and the victory of light over darkness, falls on the 15th day of Kartik, the holiest month in the Hindu lunar calendar. This year, the festival of lights will be celebrated on Sunday, November 12. While fairy lights, lamps, firecrackers and rangoli are common sights on Deepawali, the auspicious festival typically spans five days, each with its unique significance and rituals. The five-day-long festival starts with Dhanteras and ends with Bhai Dooj.
The first day, Dhanteras, marks the auspicious beginning of Diwali. On Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, people purchase gold, silver, clothes, and gadgets as a sign of good luck and worship the god of health and Ayurveda in the evening. Naraka Chaturdashi, also known as Chhoti Diwali, sets the mood for the main festival the following day. Homes are adorned with decorations, lights, flowers and colourful rangoli designs. On the main day of Diwali, people wear new clothes and gather with their families for pooja. Goddess Laxmi, the Goddess of Wealth, is worshipped on this day. The exchange of gifts and sweets is an integral part of Diwali celebrations. Fireworks illuminate the night sky, and people gorge on special cuisines and sweets. The fourth day, which marks Govardhan Puja, is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Devotees offer 56 varieties of vegetarian food and drinks to Lord Krishna as a mark of gratitude. The final day is called Bhai Dooj, Bhau Beej or Bhai Phonta. This is a day for siblings to get together and show their love for each other by performing the tikka ceremony and exchanging gifts, sweets and blessings.
Apart from being the time to worship, gorge on delicious dishes and exchange gifts, Diwali is also the time when everyone dresses up in their best ethnic outfits. For fashion enthusiasts, Diwali offers the perfect opportunity to showcase their style and elegance.
If you're looking for fashion inspiration, who better to turn to than the Bollywood actresses who consistently stun us with their impeccable style? When it comes to fashion inspiration, Bollywood actresses have never disappointed. With their impeccable style, these divas serve as a constant source of inspiration for fashion enthusiasts.
Whether you prefer traditional elegance, a contemporary twist, festive colours, or minimalist glam, there's something for everyone in their fashion choices. Remember, the key to looking your best is to feel confident in whatever you wear. Choose an outfit that resonates with your personal style and makes you feel beautiful.
In this blog, we'll take a closer look at how you can draw inspiration from Bollywood divas for your Diwali look.
Check out some stunning celebrity-inspired traditional ensembles that will help you stand out during Diwali 2023:
1. Alia Bhatt’s Bandhini lehenga: The Bollywood actress, who was last seen in the 2023 film ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’, is famous for striking the perfect balance between style and comfort. Alia Bhatt showed us how a simple and elegant lehenga could make you stand out from the crowd. Alia Bhatt wore a printed purple lehenga set from the shelves of the renowned designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee’s label. The Sabyasachi lehenga set featured a plunging neckline half-sleeve blouse adorned with polka dot print, an inverted sweetheart hemline, golden embroidery on sleeves and dori detailing at the back. Alia wore the blouse with a matching lehenga skirt which came with a golden Sabyasachi tiger logo on the waistline, polka dot print, and golden patti on the border. A matching printed dupatta with patti embroidery completed Alia’s look. Alia Bhatt styled the lehenga set with pink and gold colour jhumkis and a matching bindi to go with it.
2. Bhumi Pednekar’s bold multi-coloured lehenga: Bored of the monochrome fashion and want a splash of colours this Diwali? Take a cue from Bhumi Pednekar’s vibrant and multi-coloured lehenga set. Bhumi Pednekar decked up in a colourful printed lehenga set for a Diwali party that she hosted in October 2022. She paired the multi-coloured lehenga skirt with a strappy cut-out blouse, which featured a plunging neckline. Bhumi Pednekar also added a matching dupatta, which made the whole outfit look all the more eye-catching. The Bollywood actress wore oxidized silver jewellery and tied her hair in a long braid, which was adorned with a stunning hair accessory. So if you want to go all out with your Diwali outfit this time and don’t mind a touch of oomph, then wear something similar to Bhumi Pednekar’s colourful lehenga.
3. Katrina Kaif’s black sequin saree: How can we talk about festive fashion and not mention Katrina Kaif’s Diwali 2022 outfit? Katrina Kaif stunned in a black sequined saree on last year’s Diwali. And if you are planning to wear something glamorous on a Diwali get-together, then take a look at Katrina Kaif’s shimmery black saree. The Bollywood actress got decked up in a sparkly sequined sheer saree. The all-black sheer saree had delicate lace detailing with ruffles on the borders. Katrina Kaif paired the saree with a matching strappy blouse with sequin work all over it. Sporting a middle-parted straight hairstyle, Katrina Kaif looked absolutely stunning. Her glamorous makeup with shimmering eyelids, highlighted cheekbones, glossy lip colour and kohl-laden eyes was just the makeup look you should go for in case you are planning to wear something similar. Sport a pair of dangling earrings, delicate bangles and statement rings like Katrina did and you are ready for the festival.
4. Ananya Panday’s stylish co-ord set: Planning to ditch sarees and lehengas this festive season? Then take a cue from Ananya Panday who has established herself as a Gen-Z style icon with her diverse and fashion-forward outfits. In October 2022, Ananya Panday debuted one of the most gorgeous ensembles one can wear and steal the limelight at a Diwali party. Ananya Panday wore a beauteous neo-traditional brocade co-ord set. Her embroidered peach-coloured co-ord set featured a bralette with matching floral print pants and a dupatta. Her bralette blouse, which came in sorbet shades of coral pink and gold, came doused in delicate mirror-work with a plunging V neckline. She paired it with matching high-waisted sharara pants featuring geometric and floral woven motifs in similar shades of peach and golden. The actress styled an organza dupatta that was decked up with embroidered borders. She also wore a traditional choker necklace and embellished bangles.
5. Kriti Sanon’s pastel green Anarkali suit set: If you are in the mood to wear something eye-catching yet comfortable then Kriti Sanon’s Anarkali suit look could serve as the ultimate fashion inspiration for you. Anarkali is a timeless classic piece of clothing that looks beautiful for any occasion, including weddings and festivals. Kriti Sanon's elegant pastel green Anarkali suit is giving us all the festive vibes. The Bollywood actress wore this as a part of the movie promotions of her last release ‘Adipurush’. The stunning pastel green Anarkali suit set featured delicate threadwork and embroidery in gold. The full-sleeved suit set had a gorgeous flare with a peach-coloured embroidered sleeve-less jacket to accompany it. Kriti Sanon teamed it up with a sheer pastel dupatta. Her choice of accessories included a choker necklace and dangling earrings. Keeping her makeup nude and minimal, Kriti Sanon let her outfit shine on its own.
6. Sonam Kapoor’s gold tissue saree: This Bollywood diva’s sartorial choices never fail to surprise us. Sonam Kapoor remains our favourite when it comes to Indian ethnic wear, which is a blend of her love for various colours, traditional silk and trends. And Sonam Kapoor has often showcased her love for sarees by rocking diverse designs featuring gold embroideries, sequin, and statement borders. This time she wore a golden tissue saree which offered a fresh take on the traditional silhouette. The gorgeous tissue silk drape is from Manish Malhotra’s label and was teamed by the diva with a puff-sleeved shimmery golden blouse. Sonam Kapoor’s choice of statement earrings perfectly complemented the traditional yet contemporary look.
7. Kiara Advani’s velvet lehenga: Winter is here and there is no better time to invest in a velvet lehenga than now. Want some fashion inspo? Take a look at Kiara Advani’s recent velvet lehenga look. Kiara Advani recently made a striking statement in a stunning mustard yellow velvet lehenga, distinguished by an embroidered multi-coloured border along the hemline. Complimenting the look, Kiara Advani wore a matching square-neckline velvet blouse. The stunning lehenga’s structure was a work of art, with strategically placed panels in bright and dark yellow tones. Kiara Advani opted for a heavy choker necklace, leaving her tresses open to make a striking ethnic statement.
8. Deepika Padukone’s yellow sequin suit: Not a fan of over-the-top Diwali outfits? Then go simple yet stylish like Deepika Padukone does in her stunning yellow Sabyasachi suit doused in sequin work. Her head-to-toe yellow traditional outfit comprised of a high-neck, A-line kurta accentuated with delicate beads and sequins, silk churidar pants, and a matching lightweight dupatta. Adding glam to her suit set, Deepika Padukone chose a pair of chunky shoulder-dusting earrings dotted with diamonds. She rounded off her ensemble with metallic heels and a black potli bag. To complete the Indian ethnic look, she chose one of her favourite lip colours, a caramel nude, paired with soft smoky eyes in bronze, and a super sleek low bun. You could replicate a similar look with a yellow suit and viola, you will be Diwali-ready.
9. Priyanka Chopra’s mirror work lehenga: Lehenga is one such outfit that can instantly add festive vibes. If you are in the mood to skip a saree and suit and rock a lehenga instead, then Priyanka Chopra’s ivory lehenga could serve as the perfect fashion inspiration. Priyanka Chopra’s lehenga set featured a bralette-style choli adorned with silver mirrorwork. The global star teamed the blouse with a white flowy skirt featuring multi-coloured print detailing all over it. She completed her look with a white dupatta. Priyanka Chopra accessorised her festive look with a choker, a pair of earrings and multiple bangles. Priyanka Chopra Jonas wore her tresses open in wavy curls around her shoulders.
10. Athiya Shetty’s neo-traditional ivory three-piece set: Love being the fashionista and in the mood to rock something trendy? Then take a cue from Athiya Shetty. You know it is a major fashion trend when you see an array of celebrities embracing it. One among the many divas who did full justice to the neo-traditional ivory cape set is Athiya Shetty. For a Diwali party in October 2022, she wore a contemporary three-piece set and looked gorgeous. Athiya Shetty’s stylish ethnic set by Manish Malhotra featured a hand-embroidered jacket and palazzo in oyster sequins and beads, paired with a 3D flower bralette. Exuding understated glam, the ensemble is ideal for a Diwali bash. Athiya Shetty kept her look elegant with a pearl choker necklace with emerald stone and layered it with a sleek chain. She looked stunning with her middle-parted wavy hair.
Now that we have got you all covered, raid your best friend’s wardrobe or rush to the nearest fashion store and rock the festive season looking like a total diva.
