The festive season has officially arrived. Rakshabandhan is all about sibling love, traditions, and the perfect excuse to flaunt ethnic attire. There’s an unwritten rule that every sibling must follow: Thou shall not attend celebrations without dressing up. So, whether you’re on the hunt for a classic kurta or a beautiful saree, our curated edit has something for everyone.

1. Saree, Not Sorry

When it comes to ethnic outfits, nothing can be more elegant than a saree. If you like going the extra mile and turning up all elegantly chic, then this gorgeous ombré saree by Nachiket Barve is ideal for you. The ombré-dyed saree is hand-embroidered and embellished with a delicate floral pattern in threadwork, pastel sequins, and pearls. Complementing the theme, the blouse features intricate beadwork. To complete this ensemble, adorn yourself with pearl earrings and slip into stilettos.

2. Festive Flair with Shararas

Ditch the conventional salwar with a light and breezy sharara suit. This light green noodle strapped bell tunic, paired with a gota-striped sharara and organza dupatta, will add all the flair and style you need for the festive season. Crafted from organza, this silhouette by ITRH, embellished with ghunghroos, is enough to make a statement for the festivities.

3. Revamp Tradition with Waistcoats and Pants

This one’s for the rule-breaking dressers. Tired of dealing with cumbersome dupattas and excessive yards of fabric? Try this Malibu blue waistcoat and pants set by Nautanky, tailor-made for your fearless style. For an extra dash of quirk, pair it up with some comfortable sneakers. Oh, and the cherry on top? This ensemble boasts pockets that are practically begging to be filled with generous cash inflows from your beloved brothers.

4. Swirl and Slay in an Anarkali

This beautiful Anarkali by Ridhi Mehra would be a dreamy outfit for Rakshabandhan. The dusky pink long anarkali is crafted in fine silk with delicate embroidery. It also comes with a net dupatta, bedecked with an embroidered border and flirtatious organza ruffles. To complete the ensemble, throw on a pair of minimalistic earrings, and voilà, you’ve added an extra layer of oomph to your look.

5. The Bandhani Bliss

The biggest merit of choosing a traditional tie and dye fabric like bandhani is that it can make even the simplest designs look extraordinarily rich. Just like this simple ombre green bandhani kurta set by Pink City by Sarika with embroidery all over the yoke and organza dupatta. Paired with straight pants, this ensemble effortlessly elevates the kurta’s elegance. Opt for a pair of juttis and traditional heavy earrings to amp up your look.

6. Add Some Dhoti Drama

Dhotis and kurtas are all the rage right now. When paired together, the outfit requires minimal effort to carry and is the best ethnic look for those who want to add a modern twist to their traditional picks. This multi-colour A-line frill kurta clubbed with a hand-embroidered dhoti set by VANI VATS is perfect for you if you want to keep it fuss-free for the upcoming festivities.