Durga Puja Dress Code: Indian Fusion Looks to Make You Shine

Durga Puja isn’t just a religious festival. It is a four-day celebration of culture, art, and community!

The festivities bring people together and provide a platform for craftsmen, artists, and performers to showcase their talents. The elaborate designs, bright colours, and intricate decorations that adorn the idols and pandals are all a part of the festival’s artistic heritage.

We want to adorn ourselves as well!  So, it’s only fair that what we wear to celebrate the festival takes precedence.

Durga Puja is the most vibrant festival that has witnessed a significant fashion transformation over the years. While traditional wear still rules, fusion wear has made its mark as well. In this blog, we will discuss how you can buy Indian fusion wear online and style it for Puja!

The Best Indian Fusion Wear Styles for Durga Puja

Everyone wants to put their best fashion foot forward for Durga Puja. This time around, try something fun by blending Indian and Western fashions! Here are some of our recommended ways to achieve that unique fusion look:

Short and Sweet

This style is now a college classic for Gen Z, but truth be told, every generation has had its spin on it. We’re talking about the ubiquitous kurta and jeans pairing!

For this Durga Puja, when you buy designer fusion wear online, look for heavily beaded or embellished short kurtas. Next, pair them with the most flared pair of jeans you own. Finish this look with juttis, glass bangles, and delicate jhumkas.

Skirt Around It

We have seen crop tops with skirts. We have seen shirts with skirts. We have seen t-shirts with skirts, as well. But how about pairing a corset with a leheriya skirt this Puja?

You can’t get any more traditional than the classic leheriya print. So, when you pair it with a modern corset top, the contrast is striking. And you should just let the clothes talk for this look. Keep the jewellery as minimal as you can. If you want to up the ante, grab a bajubandh. The right accessories just make the look come alive!

Go Old-School

A 19th-century Bengali social reformer is credited with popularising the modern stitched saree blouse, inspired by Victorian designs. One can say, Jnanadanandini Devi was the OG Indian fusion wear influencer! So, why not take some inspiration from her era?

While the exact Victorian designs might be hard to come by, you will still find traces of them everywhere. So, grab any short-length top with massive Peter Pan collars, billowy sleeves, ruched details, or lace trimmings. Wear your saree with this “blouse” and exude the charm of a bygone era of fusion effortlessly! And take it up a notch by pairing this look with minimal pearl earrings, boots, and a ribbon in your hair.

Slightly Different Co-Ords

Yes, co-ords are for all-year wear, so it might feel underwhelming for Puja, but hear us out!

There are some interesting organic sustainable fashion brands in India, like StudioRitushar by Suchi, that have transformed the everyday co-ord into a statement. Imagine stepping out in an avant-garde co-ord set. And the best part is that you don’t always have to wear them in a set. You can wear the top with jeans and sandals for a laidback look. You can pair the bottoms with a simple t-shirt and sneakers for a casual-chic look. The possibilities of styling one hatke co-ord are limitless!

The Saree Twist

We’re here with another fusion saree hack. For this one, you actually don’t need a saree.

Yes, you only need a massive dupatta. We’re thinking a traditional kantha or phulkari stitch dupatta. For this look, we exchange the blouse and petticoat for a crop top and wide-legged trousers. Tuck one end of the dupatta in the pant (pin it down if you want) and throw the other end on the opposite shoulder like you’d do for a saree. You can either wear Kolhapuri sandals with this look or heels. The jewellery choice can also go either way!

How to Buy Sustainable Fusion Wear Online & Offline

There are many brands today that sell fantastic fusion sustainable dresses, tops, pants, and more. There’s StudioRitushar by Suchi, Doodlage, and more. You won’t be lacking in variety! You can also go thrifting if you don’t want to add to the fast fashion crisis.

This Puja, get ready to be the most stylish version of yourself!