With Diwali just a few weeks away now is the right time to get that perfect outfit if you haven’t already done so! This year, Diwali falls on October 28. If you can’t decide what to wear or just don’t know what’s in style at the moment, rest assured because we are here to help! Our ultimate what to wear on Diwali guide is here and we’re sure that you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for!To start off with, you have several choices. There are gorgeous saris out there too choose from. Embellished with interesting adornments and draped in over a hundred ways, the sari is an everlasting style no Indian woman should be without. If you prefer the easiness of wearing a lengha, however, over the sari don’t let this stop you from draping yourself in six yards of extravagant fabric because the lengha sari has officially arrived! This is a must have for the season. The lengha sari is worn just like any other sari but does not require pleating. Instead, the front where there are usually pleats is made to look like a lengha. In addition, you can go for a graceful lengha choli/chaniya choli instead in one of today’s ravishing designs. Last, but never least, let us remind you not to forget the Anarkali. It’s pouring over shelves and racks right now more than ever. Visit the Little India in your city and find out for yourself. They tend to be a little pricey but they’re worth every penny. You’ll be sure to turn heads in this latest design reminiscing the bygone Mughal era.








STEPS FOR DRESSING

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Perform a ritual bath on the evening before Diwali begins and before you put on any new clothing. This should be followed by the anointing of oils and perfumes, and a puja, which is a specific prayer and meditation period observed by Hindus.
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Use the first day of the Diwali celebration, known as Dhan teras, to shop for all of your clothing. Spending all of Dhan teras shopping for supplies, such as fireworks, diyas (clay pots filled with oil that are lit like lamps), sweets and clothing is part of the Diwali tradition.
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Make sure that all of the clothing you wear on Diwali is new, which is also part of the tradition. This is to give thanks to Lakshmi Mata, the goddess of light and prosperity, for providing you with good fortune.
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Dress in clothes that are brightly colored and might be considered extravagant under ordinary circumstances. Diwali is a time to "dress for excess," and you should choose apparel that reflects the themes of light and illumination. Children should be dressed in colorful robes or dresses, as well.
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Add plenty of jewelry to your Diwali outfit. While gold and silver are preferable, you may include any costume jewelry that is brightly colored and contributes to the joy of the Festival of Lights.
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Decorate your hands, if you are a female, with henna paints or temporary henna tattoos. Traditions state that such body art is to be treated as a blessing that will light up the soul, which is consistent with the celebration of Diwali.