Fashion & Style FOR GIRLS ONLY - Deepavali Dhamaka!

Deepavali, one of the most exciting Indian festivals, is around the corner and we just can't await its arrival!

Celebrating Deepavali, the festival of dazzling lights, is amusing as well as enthralling. The buoyant atmosphere, resounding laughter and beautiful jumbo crackers surely make this day thrilling. On such a great day of festivity, we all wish to look our best, don't we? If you are still flummoxed about what to wear for the D-Day, read on to drink in some mind-blowing Deepavali outfit ideas!

Gagra / Lehenga Choli

Are you that little cute fashion superstar who wants to wear grand outfits for every special occasion just because you love to be that royal princess? No problem! All you have to do is to adorn yourself with a fabulous Choli to put yourself in the linelight. Ghagra Cholis, traditionally from northern India, have certainly proved to be a grand choice of fashion lovers all over the country. Like Paatu Paavadais, Ghagra cholis can be paired with glittering jewelry of any kind. Mix and match your jewelry set constituents to get the perfect North-Indian-girl look. You may also use the maang tika (a jewel that is attached to your hair and dangles down your forehead) which is trending now.

Pattu Paavadai

This traditional outfit is a classic from the exhilarating south Indian States of India. Though it looks simple in style, its beauty portrays a unique aura. Many girls prefer this costume for functions and traditional festivals like Deepavali By exhibiting simplicity you display the charming, elegant and polite aspects of your natural personality. Your Pattu Paavadai can be of any color of your choice but make sure that your Paavadai's color and design compliment your natural features. Paired with a bejeweled necklace, a gorgeous pair of jhumkas - large, dome shaped earrings and matching shimmery bangles would take your dress up a notch. Just go with the flow this year with an amazing Paatu Paavadai!

Salwar kameez

Here is your third option for an excellent Deepavali outfit. Stacked in various dress shops, this outfit is. certainly a popular choice of girls due to its elegant, comfortable and not-so-over-the-top nature. A Salwar will accentuate your natural beauty and grace. Pick your favorite jewelry pieces to match your Salwar and make yourself a human masterpiece. If you want to get funky, go for a French braid with your kameez to get that indo-western look!

Sharara

The most new trendy ethnic dress among many lovely ones is surely the superbly designed Shararas which certainly make you look adorable as well as picture-perfect for Deepavali. Basically, Shararas are like short churidar tops that are worn on top of a waist length skirt along with a grand decorated shawl. This look is certainly one of a kind. Like for other traditional outfits, you can pair this attire too with matching jewelry. To stand out from the crowd you could wear a maang tika along with a hip chain. Also, a pull-out braid or a fishtail braid will make you more noticeable.

Gown

Having a gala time during late night festival is obviously what everybody wants. These flowy gowns are perfectly comfortable and add a western twist to your dress. The gown could be of any color or fabric that suits your preferences. It could be short, long, grand or simple. So take your own sweet time to pick up your dream Deepavali gown. Since it is a modern outfit, it usually looks good on girls when they leave their bouncy hair free or just wear a ponytail or a Dutch braid. Wear nice jewelry too that goes with it.

A WORD OF CAUTION

Diwali brings fun and together-ness. For children fireworks, new clothes and sweets make this festival the most eagerly awaited one. However, caution and proper care should be taken while handling fireworks. Ensure you are wearing close fitting clothes of thick material instead of loose or flowing garments while lighting fireworks. Before bursting crackers, change into a cotton garment as it is the safest while handling fireworks.

- N. Nangai