While Diwali is the festival of lights, what shines brightest during the festivities is the fashion. We’re talking luxe fabrics like silks and brocade, intricate embroidery, and bling in the form of embellishments. Accessories only up the game with statement jhumkas, chokers, kada bangles, and the one deeply personal to all, the bindi.
If you’re still on the hunt for a Diwali fit with your moodboard in check, we have the designers who will get you one step closer to your dream festive fit.
Manish Malhotra
We can’t talk about Indian designers and not mention the Indian designer. A brand that needs no introduction, simply visit their store in Dubai Mall and take your pick of Indian couture.
Pallavi Puri
If you want to get in on the fringe and feather trend, Pallavi Puri sports designs that blend trends with traditional Indian wear. You can also find maxi dresses in case you want to have an Indo-Western look.
Anita Dongre
Another designer we’re sure you’ve heard the name of. With handcrafted creations, you can choose from classic sarees, elegant kurtas, and stunning lenehgas.
Frontier Raas
Established in 1954, you’re guaranteed a piece of wearable art with Frontier Raas. Their website features just about anything you can dream of when it comes to festive wear. And if you still can’t find it, then you can get a custom order!
MUSE
Fabrics from Italy and France, and traditional South Asian embroidery, come together under this house, resulting in some of the most beautiful designs. Beyond that, MUSE also offers simpler designs, cutting back on the bling, in case you’re looking to scale back and keep things minimalistic.
PARIDHI
With branches at City Walk, Wafi Mall, Festival City, and Al Khawaneej, PARIDHI’s designs are a blend of Indian contemporary fashion and Arabian style elements. Since we’re in the Gulf, why not switch up the festive wear with an Indo-Arabian look?
FARAZ MANAN
One of Pakistan’s top designers, the eponymous label features couture pieces that are modern in silhouette but traditional in craftsmanship. Think a lehenga with a mermaid-style skirt but with chikankari embroidery on fabrics that make you feel so luxe.
Inaayat by Divya Taimni
With a name translated to “blessings”, the pieces at Inaayat surely make for wardrobe blessings! From bespoke pieces to ready-to-wear, Inaayat’s designs are trendy, cute, modest, and so chic!
VESIMI
Although not a designer, you can find a diverse collection from a variety of designers at VESIMI. Located at Citadel Tower, Business Bay, Dubai, this spot has something for everyone.
