Raksha Bandhan 2023: 8 Ethnic Outfit Ideas To Look Elegant, Get Ready Bollywood Style!

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Sorted out your Raksha Bandhan outfit yet? Well, special celebrations call for special dressing! And nothing gets more exciting than marking the traditional festivities by getting the ethnic way.

From sarees, dresses, and kurtis, to fusion ensembles; you can experiment with different Indian traditional outfits and pose with your brothers for that memorable selfies, looking all chic and fabulous!

We have listed some easy-to-replicate ethnic outfit ideas shared by B-Town beauties. Get inspired and ace your occasional style:

1. Punjabi Suit

Want to wear something fuss-free yet chic enough to ace your Raksha Bandhan celebration attire? Simply opt for a Punjabi suit or dress that's defined with specific detailing like threadwork, embroidery, mirrorwork, tassels, sequins, and anything that appears festive. Go for a brighter-tone dress if you prefer a vibrant outlook for festivities or pick one in a subtle pastel hue that matches your understated style requirements!

Get inspired by Kangana Ranaut's ethnic style featuring a pastel-hued Punjabi suit! The Queen movie star looked chic in A-line kurti, contrast-tone palazzo pants, and a matching sheer dupatta. The delicate threadwork embroidery all over the ensemble added a punch of extra-Indianness to it. Ms Ranaut accentuated the traditional outfit with beaded jewellery and matching juttis. Her makeup was minimal and flaunted the open wavy hairdo!

2. Anarkali Dress

Anarkali dresses, kurtis, or suits with flared silhouettes make a thoughtful choice for occasional dress-up! With added detailed work, print, or appealing hue; such ethnic outfits are the ideal way to complete your quintessential Indian style. With minimal accessories, a potli bag and ethnic juttis or sandals; you are sure to ace the festive fashion!

Take a cue from the gorgeous Karisma Kapoor's green-hued raw silk Anarkali dress. The metallic silver-brown colour threadwork and butti design across the kurti added a hint of elegance and glam to the ensemble. The diva complemented the ethnic kurta set with statement earrings, kada bangles, and modern Kolhapuri chappals! Ms Kapoor flaunted the minimal matte makeup and kept her tresses open and wavy at the ends!

3. Co-Ord Set

Co-ord sets are trending for all the right reasons! They are easy to carry, can be selected from prints and styles, and most importantly can be flaunted as a fusion style! A combination of a crop top with a skirt or pants, a co-ord set can be layered with a matching jacket or shrug too!

Dhak Dhak girl Madhuri Dixit shared a perfect fusion style inspiration in a printed co-ord set outfit. Her light pink Indo-western ensemble comprised a crop top, flared pants, and a matching long jacket. The ageless beauty opted for minimal jewellery to let the busy floral print of the dress take centre stage. Madhuri completed the look with glossy makeup and an open straight hairstyle!

4. Kaftan Dress

Kaftan dresses are not necessarily restricted to loungewear only. Pick one in vibrant colour, print, or with intricate work and rock your festive wear! Kaftans make an ideal choice for those who prefer relaxed-fit clothing no matter the occasion!

Bollywood fashionista Sonam Kapoor Ahuja looked ultra-glam in black colour kaftan dress which featured patchwork detailing with intricate threadwork, mirrorwork, and tassels. The Khoobsurat movie actress accentuated the boho-style ensemble with Jadau jewellery including drop earrings and a matching bindi. The contoured matte makeup with smoky eyes and sleek bun added to her occasional look!

5. Silk Saree

Silk sarees make a classy and timeless choice for occasional wear requirements. You can opt for either a heavy zari silk saree or pick one in soft-silk, raw-silk fabric that is easy to carry and make a perfect choice for low-key or intimate celebrations like Rakhi fest!

The beautiful Tamannaah is famous for her silk saree choices and shared a stunning look in a contemporary silk saree. The pastel pink and soft green tone saree featured an intricately cut dana detailing at the scalloped border of the saree and the diva matched it with a heavily detailed blouse. The Lust Stories 2 series star matched the magnum look of the ensemble with temple jewellery including a deity pendant choker and jhumka earrings. With matte makeup, a red bindi, and a sleek hair bun with gajra; Ms Bhatia's graceful ethnic style is worth bookmarking!

6. Tie Dye Saree

The festivities could be quintessential Indian, but you can certainly add a hint of modernity to it with your ensemble choices. Modern sarees are the perfect option to feature an ideal blend of traditional meet Western. Pick a lightweight saree in attractive prints and patterns like abstract floral, tie-dye, alphabetical, graphical, and more!

Alia Bhatt recently earned heaps of praise for her modern saree looks from the movie Rocky Aur Raani Kii Prem Kahaani! The talented star shared one of the looks on her Instagram wearing a multi-colour tie-dye print saree and matching it with a custom-tailored sleeveless blouse with offbeat border detailing. With oxidized jewellery, minimal makeup, and an open hairdo; Ms Bhatt rocked the modern Indian diva avatar!

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