Ugadi is the beginning of the New Year for people down south. And how can South Indian women not take the opportunity to dress up in all their finery. If you are one of those women who are wondering what to wear this Ugadi, stop right here. There are quite a few events to attend to, during Ugadi. So, let us solve your problems regarding to what to wear on Ugadi?
Sarees For The Puja At Home To Wear On Ugadi
The Ugadi morning brings new hopes, and with it, numerous rituals and prayers. For this sacred time, you can choose from:
- Soft Cotton sarees
- Light Silk sarees
- Light Zari sarees
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The very idea is to keep it stylish, yet comfortable, as you may have to run errands. Some of the colours you can choose for the occasion are yellow, green, and white-gold combination.
Sarees For Temple Visit
Most South Indian women prefer a traditional look for their visit to the temple. What if you could make it elegant as well?
Let us zero down on the options.
- Heavy Silk sarees
- Handwoven sarees
- Patli Pallu Style sarees
- Temple Border sarees
Wear gold jewellery and a nice fresh gajra made from jasmine or mogra.
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Family Lunch Or Get Together On Ugadi
The day continues with lots of family meetings and get togethers. You can experiment a bit as the day progresses. However, it should feel comfortable.
Some of the top options include:
- Printed sarees
- Organzas
- Embroidered sarees
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So, the ultimate idea is to welcome the heat, with light fabrics, pastel colours, and minimal accessories. If you are going out in the evening, choose brighter silk sarees and heavy jewellery.
Take Away…
Choose what to wear on Ugadi, according to the event. You must keep the comfort factor in mind, and pick subtle colours for the day time, and darker ones for evenings out. You must wear the accessories based on whether it is the day time, or evening.
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