Girls you've picked the chaniya choli. Cute.
The blouse is sorted. The skirt is giving. The dupatta has been tried on approximately seventeen times.
And now comes the question that can keep us occupied for another hour. “But what accessories are we wearing?”
Because the difference between a nice Navratri outfit and a full paisa vasool Navratri look? Sometimes it's the jhumkas. Sometimes it's the bangles. Sometimes it's a tiny bindi doing more work than the entire outfit.
And sometimes? It's realising that the footwear you planned to wear cannot possibly survive three hours of Garba.
At Westside the festive finishing touches deserve as much attention as the outfit itself. Jewellery. Bags. Hair accessories. Footwear. Makeup. Basically things that pull the whole look together.
Thoda nakhra. Thoda comfort. And full desi tashan.
So... What Jewellery Should I Wear With My Navratri Outfit?
Girls. Bring out the jhumkas. Big hoops. Chandbalis. Oxidised silver. Colourful beaded earrings. The works.
If your outfit has mirror work? Or heavy embroidery? You can keep the earrings as the statement and let the rest chill a little.
Wearing a simpler kurta? Or a solid-colour chaniya choli? This is your moment to go a little extra.
And don't forget the bangles. A stack of colourful bangles with every Garba move?
Chhan-chhan baby. The soundtrack is sorted.
Just remember! If you're wearing statement earrings? You don't necessarily need a statement necklace. Statement maang tikka. And every other accessory in your drawer. We're styling an outfit. Not opening a jewellery exhibition.
What About Bindis, Maang Tikkas And Other Desi Details?
Now we're talking!
A tiny bindi can bring a whole look together. A maang tikka adds that extra festive touch. Especially if you're going for a more traditional look.
And if you love a little sparkle? Embellished hair accessories are worth considering too.
Think about the vibe you're going for.
A simple kurta set with jhumkas and a bindi? Effortless.
A chaniya choli with a maang tikka, stacked bangles and a colourful dupatta? Full filmy heroine energy.
You know that moment when Priyanka Chopra finishes getting ready and turns towards the mirror? “Aaj kuch toofani karte hain.”
Well… The outfit is ready. Now go make an entrance.
How Should I Style My Dupatta?
First of all! The dupatta deserves respect.
It can be the thing that takes your outfit from “cute” to “arre wah!”
A contrasting dupatta adds colour.
A bandhani print brings in that lovely desi touch.
Mirror work and embroidered borders make even a simpler outfit feel festive.
You can drape it over one shoulder. Pin it neatly for a pooja. Or style it so it moves when you twirl.
But please… If you're planning to dance for three hours? Secure it properly.
We want dramatic movement.Not a dupatta-related emergency in the middle of Garba.
What Bag Should I Carry For Navratri?
A bag needs to be cute. Obviously.
But it also needs to hold your phone, cash, keys, safety pins, hairbands, and hairpins.
A small sling bag is great when you want your hands free for dandiya. A compact potli works beautifully with traditional festivewear. And an embellished mini bag can add a little sparkle without competing with your outfit.
Just don't carry a bag so large that it becomes your dance partner.
The dandiya sticks have that job.
Which Footwear Is Best For Garba?
Okay important conversation!
You want footwear that looks good with your outfit. You also want to be able to dance without mentally calculating how many minutes you have left before your feet give up.
Juttis are a classic choice with chaniya cholis, kurtas and festive skirts.
Kolhapuris work beautifully with more relaxed traditional looks.
If you're planning a long night of dancing? Please choose a pair that feels secure and comfortable.
And if you prefer flats? Own that choice.
You do not need heels to look dressed up.
You need footwear that lets you finish the dandiya round without wanting to sit down and reconsider every decision you've ever made.
What About Makeup And Hair Accessories?
Of course!
A bindi. Kajal. Non-negotiable. A glossy lip. Some blush. Gorgeous.
If you're going for a heavier outfit? You can keep the makeup softer.
If the outfit is simpler? You can play with a brighter lip or a little shimmer.
For hair? Try a braid with decorative pins. Soft waves. A bun with a gajra. Or a half-up style that keeps your hair out of your face.
Because nobody wants to spend the entire Garba night moving their hair away from their lipstick.
If you love a bold eye? Go for it. Just make sure you can still see where you're going when the dandiya starts!
At Westside it's all about bringing the whole Navratri look together. From festive outfits and statement accessories. To those little finishing touches that make it feel like you. You'll be walking. Dancing. Posing for thirty-forty photos. Visiting friends. And probably being dragged into “one last Garba round” until closing time.
Head to your nearest Westside store or browse online and sort out those festive extras before the group chat starts asking, “Ready ho gaye kya?”
Because the outfit might get you through the door.
But the jhumkas, bangles and perfectly chosen juttis? They're here for the full nine-yard experience.
