What I wore for Karwachauth!! Dress and makeup!

Karwachauth is a daylong festival which is celebrated by Hindu women, basically from North India for the long and prosperous life of their husband and the well-being of their families. Women wake up before the sunrise and eat Sargi (basically 7 different type of food items) which is given by their mother-in-law. The fast begins at dawn. Fasting women do not eat or drink anything during the day. They dress up like brides and perform prayers and then eat at moon rise after offering prayers to the moon.

I generally like to wear really bright outfit for Karachauth. This time I wore a simple but elegant red and green lengha (Lengha is an outfit which has a long skirt, a top and a stole).

My Karwachauth outfit & jewellery!

This Karwachauth I decided to wear traditional Punjabi Patiala salwar kameez with a heavy dupatta and tradition Dogri jewellery.

For all those who do not know about Karwachauth, here is a description for all of you!

Karwachauth is a daylong festival which is celebrated by Hindu women, basically from North India for the long and prosperous life of their husband. Women wakeup before the sunrise and eat Sargi (basically 7 different type of food items) which is given by their mother-in-law. The fast begins at dawn. Fasting women do not eat or drink anything during the day. They dress up like brides and perform pooja and then eat at moon rise after offering prayers to the moon.

Women buy cosmetics, jewellery and loads of bangles. They also decorate their palms with traditional henna.

Dogri Namma Necklace

Dogri Namma Necklace

I wore traditional Dogri necklace which is called ‘Namma’ and earings called ‘Jhumka’; also I wore lot of bangles. Bangles are a must!

I feel that sometimes it is best to go traditional.

Dogri Jhumka

Dogri Jhumka

Dogri Jhumka

Dogri Jhumka

Bangles

Had a great karwachauth! Hope all my friends who celebrated this festival also had a great day!