07 September

Dressing Tips for the Festival of Onam. Designerplanet

Onam Festival Onam is one of the most popular festivals in Kerala. There are so many traditions and cultural practices involved with this great festival. This festival is celebrated as harvest festival with great enthusiasm where there are exciting boat races, all flower decorations called pookolams, mouth watering party called Onasadya, Mundu saree or kerala sari dressed women dancing thiruvathirakali and fierce men depicting the dramatic kathakali dance, Onam is nothing short of an extravagant festival. Among all these celebrations, it is also important to dress in beautiful ethnic clothes on this day. The traditional dress code followed during festivals is basically a white, off white or cream saree with a golden border commonly called Kerala Saree or Kerala Saree for women and men with white colored mundu or dhoti with kasavu border combined with a shirt or kurta is every man's favorite.

For women

Kerala mundu and sarees ensemble is the traditional dress of Kerala. All women like to dress in this attire on the occasion of Onam. These elegant sarees are usually white or off white in color. For those who want fashion and tradition, they can try the Kerala sari with kalamkari works or the Kerala sari with wall paintings etc. Your fashion meets tradition!

In addition to Sari, you can also opt for long dresses or skirts with Kasavu edge so that the essence of the Onam festival is maintained. kasavu skirt with capes and tops with murals, off white anarkalis and Kurtis are also on the rise. Kerala Tissue sari and Semi tissue are the new trending fabrics for ladies. Another traditional dress is the Pattu Pavada blouse. The Pattu Pavada blouse is composed of a long skirt in shades of gold and white or white with a kasavu edge and a golden blouse. You can also opt for Lehengas custom made foe onam which can be with color combination - gold and white color with Kasavu edges to sync well with the festival dress code.

DRESS YOUR BEST WITH OUR ONAM OUTFIT IDEAS

Onam Saree

Onam Dress

Onam Ethnic Wear for Women Men and Kids

Kasavu Saree

When it comes to women's traditional clothing choices for Onam, they almost always wear a traditional Kasavu saree in white with a gold and silver border. Keeping it light and simple yet absolutely classy, you can choose a cotton Kasavu saree and accessorize it with a light gold jewelry set and maybe gajra in your hair.

Handwoven Tissue Silk Saree

With its scallop and organza details, this beige and black hand-woven silk saree will update your wardrobe. This saree style is popular with millennials because it preserves the spirit of a saree through the use of elegant pleats in the skirt. When paired with a beautiful piece of jewelry, the saree is an alluring outfit to wear to your first celebration in Onam.

Kanjeevaram Saree

The most attractive saree is this Kanjivaram. It is a silky silk saree that makes a statement for all Indian fashionistas. It is specifically created and braided for specific events and purposes. It's made from delicate fabric threads, and the finish is stunning with a variety of patterns. This saree is ideal for your wardrobe if you are an avid supporter of Indian cultural clothing. You will look nothing less than a goddess wearing this. To complete the Onam look, secure your hair in a bun or rock an open hairstyle with a pearl necklace.

Brocade Banaras Saree For Onam

This piece will make you look no less than a goddess. Get your hair up in a bun or pull off an open hairstyle with a pearl choker necklace to complement the look for Onam.

Ethnic Wear for Onam

The simple yet charming set of a straight long kurta paired with a matching churidar and a beautiful dupatta is going to be a great outfit for any plans during the day. Pair it with the latest jutti designs to turn some heads!

Anarkali Kurti for Onam

Sway in style with this elegantly embroidered anarkali in the sublime hues. Pair this Anarkali kurta with a pants/churidaar in the same shades for one of the best and convenient for Onam this year.

Accessories -

You can opt for traditional jewelry like necklaces, antique jewelry, temple designs, etc. Jhumkas and traditional elephant jewelry and temple designs are widely popular these days. You can also opt for oxidized silver jewelry that really goes well with Kerala sarees giving a modern look.

For men

Mundu is the traditional and casual outfit that Kerala men prefer. On the occasion of onam, the white colored mundu or dhoti with kasavu edge combined with a shirt or kurta is the favorite of all men.

Onam Dress for Men

HERE ARE SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT VARIOUS ONAM CLOTHING IDEAS

WHAT TO WEAR AT ONAM?

Wear something that reflects your heritage, culture and traditions. You can wear the traditional off-white and gold saree or you can opt for light and airy dresses and kurta ensembles. We have wide collection of so many Onam clothing ideas for you to look your best during the fervent celebrations.

WHAT COLOR OF CLOTHES SHOULD WE WEAR AT ONAM?

White, off-white and gold are considered the most pious and auspicious for Onam celebrations.Check out our blog for wide range of white and gold tones, as well as other brightly colored Onam outfit ideas for Onam festivities, are sure to leave you spellbound!