Karwa Chauth outfit SOS? Yami Gautam's styling tips to look like a Nayyi Navelli

If you're still in a fix about your Karwa Chauth outfit, Yami Gautam's wardrobe has plenty of help to offer.

In Short

• Statement chandelier earrings can elevate a simple, barely embellished kurta set
• Bandhani, Banarasi or mirror-work dupattas can transform plain festive ensembles
• Contrasting shades create visual impact without the weight of embellishment

Karwa Chauth is here! And while some of you may have your festive outfits all sorted, others might still be wondering what to wear. If you belong to the latter camp, we have some help coming your way, and it is none other than Yami Gautam, our Nayi Naveli.

The actress has quite an enviable collection of ethnic outfits, from cosy winter pherans and elegant sarees to fuss-free kurta sets. And lately, while promoting her upcoming film Nayi Naveli, she has been serving some gorgeous festive-ready looks that are worth bookmarking. But beyond the outfits themselves, there are a few styling lessons to take away from them, especially if you want to put together a stunning Karwa Chauth look without going on a last-minute shopping spree. Here's all the inspiration you need!

Simple outfit, heavy jewellery

At times, all you need is a pair of statement accessories to elevate your look. This Karwa Chauth, try this styling trick if you haven’t prepped your outfit yet. Take a cue from Yami Gautam’s teal-blue look, where she paired a simple, barely embellished kurta set with a pair of chandelier earrings.

Pretty, right?

A heavy dupatta to the rescue

Here’s another foolproof way to get Karwa Chauth or Diwali ready. All you need is a kurta set, even if it’s plain. Just add a heavy dupatta, and that’s it. You’re good to go! You can opt for an embellished Bandhani dupatta, a luminous Banarasi one or something with mirror work. Take a cue from Yami Gautam’s red outfit and make it your moodboard.

Colour-block your way to Karwa Chauth

If you want to make your look visually striking without feeling weighed down by a heavy outfit, nothing works better than colour blocking. Think two or even three contrasting colours, such as aubergine and magenta, dark green and rani pink, orange and magenta, or maroon and olive green. These are just a few combinations you can experiment with to make your festive look pop.

A saree never disappoints

If you have a bright saree tucked away in your wardrobe, now is the time to bring it out. Think festive shades of red, pink, orange or yellow to get into the Karwa Chauth spirit. You can keep the rest of the look simple with statement earrings, a bindi and a pair of heels. Sometimes, a beautiful saree is all you need to nail that festive look!

So, if you’re still figuring out your Karwa Chauth outfit, take a cue from Yami Gautam and work with what you already have in your wardrobe. Sometimes, all it takes is the right jewellery, a statement dupatta or a clever colour combination to give your festive look a whole new spin.

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