Like every other Onam, this year too, the same old question is back: what are we wearing, and how are we styling ourselves for Onam?
Opening social media for Onam outfit inspiration can be exciting. But let’s be honest, it can also get a little overwhelming. Between endless reels, trend reports, Pinterest boards, and perfectly styled Onam looks, finding something that actually feels like you can be quite a task.
So, we decided to make things a little easier and, hopefully, keep that cortisol in check too.
From classic Kerala sarees and traditional jewellery to flowers, unexpected accessories, maximalist looks, and a few wonderfully quirky finds, here are the Onam fashion trends and styling ideas that caught our eye this year.
Because Onam fashion does not have to mean following every trend. Sometimes, it is simply about finding a look you’ll love wearing.
Padma is back!
Lotus flowers can never really go out of fashion, can they? Every other year, it makes a strong comeback and plays the elegance card.
Be it your good old lotus hair accessory or a gorgeous hand-painted lotus blooming across your saree, thamara has always had a way of making a statement.
And this Onam, we saw a whole lot of thamara-inspired gorgeousness making its way into Kerala fashion. From delicate floral details to statement lotus motifs, the flower found its way into sarees, accessories, and festive looks.
Some trends disappear for a while and return when we least expect them. The lotus, apparently, has decided it is not going anywhere.
We fell in love with this contemporary take on the classic flower, too.
All hail small businesses!
Touch Me Not, take notes here.
This super-cute, yet such an integral Mallu piece of our childhood games, woven into our good old kasavu, can make an Onam look feel extra special.
At PinkLungi, we have always been the strongest cheerleaders for small businesses, and honestly, Onam feels like the perfect time to show them some love.
From homegrown designers to little businesses creating beautiful, thoughtful pieces, there is so much talent waiting to be discovered.
After all, Onam is about sharing happiness and prosperity. So why not share a little of that with the people who are making beautiful things right here?
This Onam, maybe let’s shop small too.
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Chethi, mandaram, thulasi, with a few pichaka malakal thrown in
Our good old flowers can never fail to astonish when it comes to fashion and Onam styling.
Whether they show up as delicate motifs on fabric or simply find their way into your hair, these traditional flowers have a magical way of making even the simplest Onam look feel majestic, with minimal effort.
It is an easy yet incredibly effective mantra for standing out without trying too hard. And honestly, when flowers this pretty are doing the work, why would you?
We know you won’t believe us without proof, so here you go.
And while we are talking flowers, here is another one we are absolutely rooting for: chembaruthi.
We suggest wearing it on your saree, hand-painted, bold and beautiful, rather than limiting this notorious beauty to your ears.
Sorry for the chali.
A little chembaruthi blooming across your saree can add just the right amount of colour and character to your Onam look, while s