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What to wear for Navratri, Puja and Diwali parties to make a statement!

toes over closed h eels, as they are more flattering with a suit or .raree Even shi n y wedge heel sandals, or snidded flats can do the trick (making you look glamorous that is).

The year's in its final quarter and that marks the arrival of the festive season.

\Vhen festivities are in the air and Navracri, Puja and Diwali parties are lined up, the focus is namrally on what to wea r, how to accessorise and how to add the perfect finishing touches?

So, i s it time to reinvent your wardrobe, or s imply acquire some new pieces? Why not a b it of both Aud another good reason to shop? Diwali presents of course! If you have a trip to India planned then of naturallr you're in for a fantastic ethnic wardrobe shopping treat. Bur even i f you're not, fret not, and read on.

Indian outfits (online shopping)

With a myriad of possibilities for online shopping, there's bound to be an outfit for every caste, budget and s1:yle. Online shopping is fun, yet tricky because you run the risk of sizes not working for you, or things looking quite differem in reality. J\Jso, yon have to cake into consideration the deli very time if you are ordering something to wear for a special occasion. But, i f you are a confident and info r med 011.line shopper you can get yourself chat spanking new saree or anarkali suit at your convenience and flaunt it at your uexr big festive event.

If you crave Indian designer wear you probably already know about Pernia's pop -up shop and the sensational range of Indian wear you can find at this online store. It's hard to resist that fabulous Manish Mall10cra lebenga, quirky Masaba saree or magical Arruapali accessory?

Metal lie footwear

How could you not associate all things b ling and shiny with festive wear? Of course, you don't have to think C\vice whe n you pair DP those gold or silver sandals with your rich sm ee on Diwali night. If you don't own any, 1 say go ahead and pick a pair this season, w ith all of those mid - season sales happening. Heels are a must because tbey are aesthetically oh so right. Pick a lower kitten bed if you prefer comfort, or peep

Boxed and jew I encrusted cit t

The variety o f clutches available in the m alls, markets and online are jus t\ o numerous that it has me more c .nfused than when I started off looking. Bue I managed to work out the best choices for an Indian ensemb le and also how ro pick a classy one over the cheap and tacky looking ones!

B oxed clutch es

A lthough impractical looking, they actually work well with festive Indian attire. You couldn't go wrong in satin finished ones in deep red, dull go ld or fuchs ia, as these colours work perfectly with most Indian bright outfits. P ick a smallish one with a pretty clasp. l ' d suggest a modestly priced piece as it doesn't have the same cost per wear as other pieces, unless you're a parry animal!

You don't really have to be an adept online shopper for ordering accessories 011.line, because one size really does fit all) India also has some brilliant brocade fabric boxed clutches time speak timeless e legance, so ind ulge in one of these.

Jewel e nc ru s ted clutches

Pretty, yet tricky to shop for, as they can end up looking cheap or over the top i f you don't find a stylish, tasteful piece. My theory in this case. is 'Jess is more' and p ick subtle over loud. So my pick would be a black clutch with b igger diamances on it, or a brighter colour with smaller uniform ,5tones ensuring ro keep in style.

Indian inspired statement jewellery

I'm sure you'll all agree th at there is absol utely no dearth of lndia inspired jewellery, regardless of whether you shop at D iva, Proucls, Myer or Kmart. There are numerous ways to mix and match silver, dull gold, faux diamonds or even pearls. The good thing about some jewellery is that it is far more versatile than we imagine. Like large flashy earrin!,>S working with your chiffon saree just as well as with a LBD (li ttle black dress). As long as you allow the outfit to take centre stage and work its magic, using the jewellery co play the perfect accompaniment.

Closet remix ideas

ones, tl1en here's a like to call it a 'closet l sometimes even pair linen tmucs with r1 banrlbani d11patta and Sr1!i/Jrlr for a more casual day time festive event.

Combine a p lain satin dress with yom gorgeous s rl11patta and a ch11rirlm · to make a comp letely new outfit. Just stick t the same tone while putting items togetl1er.

Be inspired to reinvent your wardrobe, or shop for something exclusive to flaunr this festive season!