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Light and color aren’t occasions in and of themselves, despite the fact that Diwali makes people feel happy. There could have been appreciation for friendship, tradition, and society. On this day every year, lights, candy, and pretty dresses come together to party with family. Along with the beautiful collection of Salwar Kameez, there are many other types of Indian traditional clothing that are very popular during the holiday season of Diwali. Any lover of tradition and beauty—regulations or flexibility—might admire all women, irrespective of age.

The Salwar Kameez remains the most famous women`s attire. This article compares vacation dresses, the Anarkali Suit, and the Lehenga, and explains why they continue to be the most popular women’s attire.

Indian Salwar Kameez, with its great history and lifestyle, is another adorable piece from the collection. The Salwar Kameez has altered over the centuries; however, it stays unique.

Wearing it on Diwali is a practice for many women and has a lot of spiritual and cultural meaning. Whereas western clothes don’t go with the Diwali parties, the Salwar Kameez does. As a result, women can show off their history through their clothes while staying comfortable all day, from early morning pujas to parties in the evening.

Let’s look at the salwar kameez styles that are hot right now in 2025.

1. The Breathtaking Pastel Anarkali

Anarkalis have never really gone away, but this year they’re back in fashion in soft colors. Picture pistachio, lavender, and powder pink. They used to be mostly seen in heavy, deep jewel tones. Now they get light and airy, almost like clouds. They make you feel like you could glide through the night without dragging fabric behind you.

You must have seen Alia Bhatt dress in purple when she went out. That isn’t a mistake. It’s easy to take beautiful pictures of pastels with fairy lights and bright rangolis. That has been picked up on by families. Younger cousins might pick bright colors, while moms tend to like peaches. An Anarkali suit in a pastel color lets you look lively without being too heavy.

2. A Velvet Dress with a Twist

If you think of velvet, you might remember seeing your grandmother at a winter wedding dressed in maroon velvet. But velvet salwar pants this year are cut more sharply and are lighter. If you wear cigarette pants or narrow salwars with your kurta, it won’t drown you because it’s cut close to the body.

Kiara Advani recently showed up in blue velvet. Her kurta was structured, and her dupatta was plain. At that moment, velvet didn’t look like something from a museum as much as it did like a current statement. Folks will also copy this. Picture your mom walking into the living room in rose satin and smiling because it makes her feel both old and new.

3. A Bright Chiffon Dupatta in Ivory 

It’s possible for white and ivory to look too simple and safe. Indian film confirmed throughout Diwali that ivory can be blank if one item grabs the show.

There is a superb stability of drama and simplicity in this style, so it works. Even though plain fabric makes it easy to move around the house, that scarf sings every time you move it. Notes are already being taken by families. Aunts who used to put beads on everything now say, “Give me one good dupatta.”

4. Artistic Mirror Work that is Aware of Restraint

In 2025, mirror work looked different. No longer is mirror work used to cover the whole length and width. They’re scattered, glittering on the dupatta, sleeves, hem, and different spots. 

Why does this matter? Because most women want to shine without becoming light balls. This style works for Diwali because it has that balance. You don’t have to carry around the weight of glass, but the shimmer from the lights is nice. This is great for families, especially cousins who still want to shine without a lot of trouble.

5. Straight-Cut Kurtas and Well-Tailored Pants

After a while, loose palazzos were in style. Straight, cigarette, and ankle-length pants accompany salwar kameez. A more easy and easy style makes it easy to wear with footwear or flats. Men favored Ranveer Singh’s skinny slacks and straight-cut kurta.

This style is great for women. You can fold up the dupatta, put on those pants, and pray and serve dinner without getting mixed up. Families also notice how easy it is. Your sister might say she saw narrow pants in a Bollywood party picture and ask the tailor to make her some this year.

6.  Thread Work with Flowers on Dark Bases

No longer are flowers just for spring. For Diwali, you can find black, green, and maroon fabrics with flower thread embroidery all over them. In warm light, the difference really stands out. There’s a happy vibe to it without being too shiny.

Picture yourself at a family dinner wearing a blue kurta that is strewn with tiny roses on thread. You look cheerful, but the sequins aren’t making you feel bad. That’s why women from all walks of life will lean into this—it feels alive while still letting air in.

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This Diwali, pay more attention as you look through pictures. These ten patterns will show up all over the place. A soft-colored anarkali moving through one house, a shiny silk kurta in another, a cape flapping at a party, and a bright bindi holding a face in place. Bollywood may have set the scene, but regular families will put on the show.

And maybe that’s what’s so beautiful about Diwali 2025: tradition sewn into new shapes, comfort wrapped in glitz, and the salwar kameez taking back the spotlight it always earned.

Khushi Kapoor chose a pastel sharara set by Tarun Tahiliani for a recent outing, styled by Tanya Ghavri. The look featured a short V-neck kurta paired with wide-legged sharara pants and a sheer dupatta, all rendered in champagne gold, blush pink, mint and ivory tones.

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The sleeveless blouse was intricately embroidered with threadwork, mirrors and crystals in delicate, symmetrical patterns. A scalloped hem finished with pink and gold tassels added texture and movement, while the sharara carried forward the same craftsmanship through sequins and metallic detailing that caught the light with every step. The dupatta, dotted with sequins and framed in scalloped embroidery, brought a sense of fluidity to the silhouette.

In line with Tarun Tahiliani’s design language—where Indian heritage meets lightness and modern construction—the look embodied contemporary couture rooted in artisanal craft.

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Minoxidil for hair growth has long been hailed as the superstar of hair regrowth treatments. It is effective, widely available and has earned unwavering loyalty from dermatologists and patients alike. But committing to minoxidil can feel like signing up for a workout class on January 1. There is dedication and occasional drama (in the form of shedding).

For many, the idea of pledging lifelong devotion to a product that might first cause hair to fall before it grows again can be nerve-racking. “Discontinuation often leads to shedding, which is why many hesitate to start,” says Dr Chytra Anand, celebrity cosmetic dermatologist and founder of Kosmoderma Healthcare.

So what does someone with commitment issues do? We spoke to experts about science-backed alternatives that can support hair growth without the lifelong tie-up.

Power peptides

Peptides work in the background, strengthening follicles and improving scalp health over time. They don’t deliver overnight transformations, but they set the groundwork for stronger, denser strands in the long run.

Dr Anand recommends copper peptides and acetyl tetrapeptide-3, which help anchor hair better and encourage thicker growth. “They’re best used in combination formulas for more noticeable results,” adds Dr Prachi Bodkhe, dermatologist at Envi Aesthetics.

Used consistently, peptides can help create the right conditions for growth, especially for anyone looking to improve hair quality before turning to stronger treatments.

Botanical boosters

Plant-based ingredients may take their time, but they offer a gentler route to better scalp health. “Rosemary oil and pumpkin seed extract are great options,” says Dr Anand. “They improve scalp circulation and may gently counter DHT, the hormone often responsible for hair loss.”

Dr Bodkhe agrees that these ingredients can be effective when used consistently. “Their effect is not as strong or fast as minoxidil but they are usually safer with fewer side effects,” she says. Over-the-counter serums with these ingredients can be a good place to start before moving on to stronger formulations.

Caffeine

Caffeine has earned a reputation for doing more than fuelling your mornings. “Caffeine penetrates the follicles quickly and helps counteract DHT-induced miniaturisation or hair thinning,” explains Dr Anand. Clinical studies show that leave-on caffeine formulas can help elongate follicles and stimulate growth.

When paired with niacinamide, it improves circulation, making it a practical choice for anyone who prefers low-effort leave-on serums over medicated treatments.

Redensyl, Capixyl and Procapil

Both Dr Bodkhe and Dr Anand are fans of next-generation actives like Redensyl, Capixyl and Procapil. These advanced botanical and peptide blends are formulated to mimic minoxidil’s benefits without the long-term dependency.

He is standing in his studio now with Krzysztof J. Lukasik, an accessories designer, and Marie-Valentine Girbal, his research head, in practice his right hand. The two of them communicate wordlessly: When Blazy is uncertain of a decision, he will often glance at Girbal, who will tell him, with a flinch of the eyes, what she thinks. (“At some point, we just got in sync,” she explains.) Where Lagerfeld’s creative entourage comprised an inner circle of male models and soigné sophisticates, Blazy’s tribe of top deputies, brought from Bottega, tend to be easygoing millennial design geeks: If they weren’t huddled here, designing the collection for one of fashion’s largest global brands, one suspects, they might be in a basement office somewhere putting out a good small magazine. “It’s nice to be surrounded by those kind of people,” says Artur Davtyan, Blazy’s design director and his other longtime right hand. “You’re able to have conversations based not only on aesthetics—‘We like that’—but on trying to build concepts around collections.”

Now jazz is playing. Girbal and Lukasik are reviewing prototypes for bags. When Blazy started the collection, he envisaged allusions (he wasn’t sure why) to Le Petit Prince, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s novella. So the team has been experimenting with globe-shaped “universe” bags, made of metal and painted with two layers of enamel, studded with stones as stars. They put him in mind of a planetarium he visited as a boy. He unclasps a prototype and peers inside.

“Wow!” He glances at Girbal. “Do you like it?”

“Yes,” she says.

“I’m going to have this one, if possible, in my office,” Blazy says, eyeing the orb thoughtfully.

A new group enters, to review swatches. A three-decade veteran sourcing expert of the Lagerfeld days suggests an evening bag in eggplant-coloured tiny, shimmering sequins, a style that had great success at Chanel in the past. Blazy resists: He isn’t wild about that purple, and he can’t abide small sequins. “It’s personal trauma,” he says.

“Would you like to see maybe a storyboard of these bags we did over the past year?” she asks.

Blazy smiles. “I will tell you my trauma,” he says. One Halloween, he explains, while he was living in New York, working at Calvin Klein, he agreed to dress up in drag for the first time. His dress was covered in small sequins. Almost immediately, he got stuck in an elevator for two hours. He had to crawl out over the feet of firefighters. “Just to finish my walk of shame, I went out of the hotel and couldn’t get a taxi,” he says. He smiles and shakes his head: “No small sequins.”

Put an end to self-preservation, put an end to wanting to constantly stay vigilant, and put an end to standing guard and walking on eggshells. Aquarius, old habits may die hard because, come on, tough experiences are not easy to overcome; however, for you to move into your new phase, you must be willing to put both your feet in the same boat. There are two starkly different worlds you can tap into, Aries, and something tells me you have made your choice. You have decided to bring light to the dense, to merge the free flowing with the structured and your expansiveness with your focus. You are manifesting a lot more than just a happy, harmonious family and life, Cancer and here you are—moving with your ideas, nurturing your already growing plans, shining bright without trying to dim your light and gearing up to serenade your life and dreams. Your angels have a message for you, Scorpio—a portal of manifestation is open for you right now—and just as what you wished for arrived in your life, whatever is stressing you out presently, ask for the exact opposite—in the sense that if health challenges are on your mind, ask for perfect health; if financial issues leave you sleepless, ask for financial breakthroughs and blessings. Grant the Universe permission to resolve challenges in your favour.

Read on for what the stars have in store for you, and make sure you check out your sun, moon and rising signs for the complete picture.

There are two starkly different worlds you can tap into, Aries, and something tells me you have made your choice. You have decided to bring light to the dense, to merge the free flowing with the structured and your expansiveness with your focus. As you continue on your journey forward, you are not only going to be pushed towards success, opportunities and serendipities, but you are also going to be feeling an invisible, benevolent force pushing your boat forward through the currents of your life.

Cosmic tip: Embrace that fire and take the plunge.

You are building bridges, love, harmonious relationships and support in your life, Taurus and hello, isn’t this what you have dreamt of all along? You can finally see your visions coming true, and here you are, putting in one penny at a time into your piggy bank of hard work and long-term vision. Sure, it may have taken a long time for you to get to this point; however, your angels suggest that if you keep calm and remain straightforward in your approach to life, keep the old ways of thinking and speaking out, success and new beginnings are yours to claim.

Kiwis are one of the most beneficial fruits to eat at this time of year – when there always seems to be “something going around” – because they’re rich in vitamin C and vitamin K, both of which are essential for supporting the immune system (in addition to encouraging better bone health). They’re also chock-full of fibre, and are often recommended by nutritionists and dieticians to anyone dealing with constipation or slow-digestion.

A kiwi is a good idea at any time, but some studies suggest it is especially beneficial to enjoy the fruit in the evening. Why? Kiwi can help lower cortisol levels and reduce feelings of stress, and promote better sleep.

Kiwi benefits to know about

• Kiwis help regulate digestion, thanks to actinidin, an enzyme that helps to break down proteins.
• Kiwis support the body’s ability to absorb nutrients properly.
• Kiwis are rich in fibre and can increase feelings of satiety.
• Kiwis can improve the quality and quantity of sleep.
• Kiwis can help lower cortisol and reduce stress.

Unlike other fruits, kiwis are low on the glycaemic index, meaning they won’t cause a sharp spike in blood sugar. Plus, because of their high fibre content, the sugar they do contain is released slowly into the bloodstream. This slow release can help to lower cortisol levels while still giving you that taste of something sweet.

Kiwi also contains melatonin and serotonin, two substances that naturally promote feelings of relaxation and can help with dropping off to sleep. A 2023 study demonstrated this, indicating an improvement in sleep quality and better recovery metrics in a group of athletes who ate two kiwis before bed when compared to a control group that did not. In simple terms, kiwis helped people sleep better and wake up feeling more rested – even in the case of athletes who are putting a lot of stress and strain on their bodies.

• Gold kiwis are sweeter and contain more vitamin C. They are ideal for eating in the evening if you like the taste of something sweet before bed.
• Green kiwis are more tart and contain more fibre. If you’re trying to improve digestive symptoms or support your digestive system in general, the green variety is the one to go for.

At the 70th Filmfare Awards in Ahmedabad, Ananya Panday channelled a new-age Indian charm in a look that beautifully married two of the state’s most iconic crafts: bandhani and patola. Styled by Ami Patel, the actor wore an ensemble by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla that paid tribute to Gujarat’s vibrant textile heritage.

The look featured a patola-inspired corset, intricately hand-embroidered with a mosaic of multicoloured bugle beads arranged in geometric floral patterns. It was paired with a silk bandhani sari, reimagined as a draped skirt, in a black and red palette, creating a striking yet cohesive contrast.

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True to the label’s aesthetic, the ensemble balanced precision with playfulness. The duo, who are known for their celebration of India’s artisanal traditions, have often reinterpreted textile legacies through couture detailing and Panday’s look stood as a testament to that philosophy.

Her styling leaned minimal and deliberate. She wore no necklace, allowing the strapless neckline to remain uncluttered and draw attention to her shoulders. Instead, she chose ornate round studs echoing the patola palette—an understated nod to tradition. Two gemstone-encrusted rings adorned each index finger on her hands, adding just the right amount of glam without overpowering the ensemble.

How liberating does it feel to finally turn towards the sun, Taurus? To chase the light, to feel free? How does it feel to see your ideas come to life? How does it feel to hold in your hands what you once felt you wished to see in your life? How does it feel to know you are onto something that feels lasting and fulfilling, maybe in different ways but in a nourishing manner? If you can see it, then why are you not welcoming it into your life, Aries? You always wanted harmony, togetherness, happiness and here it has been waiting for you to open the doorways to your heart. Now, yes, the past may have hurt real bad, but it is not so much your past that shaped your future. Your past brings you to your present and the way you choose your present shapes your future. Are you going to succumb to what does not seem possible for you, Cancer, despite the million times the cosmos and your guides have proven to you that your frequency is what commands the flow of your life? Remember the time you were feeling so good about yourself that everything felt perfectly aligned—the elevator doors flung open, the rain stopped just in time for you to make it through, help arrived when you did not even know you needed it and resources and kind people flooded in to show you how much the cosmos loves you? Good news, happy family, harmony and abundance surround you. All your hard work is soon going to pay off in incredible ways, Scorpio. The cosmos has seen that you have stuck it out, grind it out and keep your vision afloat and aligned. And it is ready to bless you with the bounties that follow through.

Read on for what the stars have in store for you, and make sure you check out your sun, moon and rising signs for the complete picture.

If you can see it, then why are you not welcoming it into your life, Aries? You always wanted harmony, togetherness, happiness and here it has been waiting for you to open the doorways to your heart. Now, yes, the past may have hurt real bad, but it is not so much your past that shaped your future. Your past brings you to your present and the way you choose your present shapes your future. So tell me, how would you choose your future if your past did not create limiting blocks in your mind? You are onto something, keep going, keep building and keep trodding.

For Karva Chauth, Sonam Kapoor reimagined festive dressing through the lens of traditional couture, wearing a creation from Ekaya Banaras’s upcoming collection. The ensemble, handwoven in the kadhwa banarasi technique and crafted from satin silk, styled with a cheongsam-inspired blouse, celebrated the label’s philosophy of bridging India’s rich handwoven heritage with a contemporary design language.

Her look featured a sari styled as an off-shoulder drape, cinched and knotted just below the bust. The red-and-orange palette, detailed with gold floral motifs, paid homage to the festive spirit while remaining unmistakably graceful.

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Kapoor accessorised with jewels from her own and her mother’s collections: traditional kundan bracelets and chandbalis that echoed the timelessness of the garment. Her bag by Tribe by Amrapali added a hint of antiquity, while her Studded Spice juttis by Fizzy Goblet, handcrafted in India with oxidised silver and brown beads over aari jaali work, brought an artisanal finish.

Her hair was swept back into a sleek bun, allowing the dramatic neckline to take focus, while her makeup—a soft metallic eye, defined brows and rose-tinted lips—brought a radiant minimalism to the otherwise regal aesthetic.