Sure, Diwali may be officially over, but we're still left with its lingering spirit. And just like the infamous delicacies, the hangover of who-wore-what stays. Some keep true to their minimal aesthetics and resort to fail-proof ethnics, like anarkalis, while some decide to go all out with elaborate lehengas and sarees. Our favourite celebs too served us with a gamut of enviable Diwali looks that was EVERYTHING that we expected.
Take a look at these celebrities who owned Diwali looks and made the grand festivity of 2020 a stylish affair.
Priyanka Chopra in Sabyasachi
Desi girl Priyanka Chopra resorted to Sabyasachi yet again for festivities in this elegant floral saree. The star complemented the number with timeless kundan danglers and coral bangles.
Janhvi Kapoor in Manish Malhotra
Janhvi Kapoor stunned in this classic yellow saree from Manish Malhotra's collection, Ruhaaniyat, featuring dainty zari work on the statement blouse. The star completed her look with a pair of pearl and stone danglers.
Sonam Kapoor in Ekaya
Sonam Kapoor is the perfect example of a modern traditionalist, as seen in this elegant-yet-contemporary purple lehenga set by Ekaya. The star went the modern route while accessorizing; with a tribal choker set, oxidized silver cuff, and a headband in tow.
Anushka Sharma in Anita Dongre
Mom-to-be Anushka Sharma is grace personified in this pristine ivory anarkali set by Anita Dongre. She picked timeless add-ons like kundan chandbaalis and juttis to complete her look.
Ananya Panday in Anita Dongre
Ananya Panday picked a lively bandhani-printed lehenga by Anita Dongre as her Diwali look. The young star picked a pair of stone-encrusted danglers to complement the traditional outfit.
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Mrunal Thakur in Manish Malhotra
Aza's former cover girl Mrunal Thakur stuns in this Manish Malhotra ombré saree from his recent collection, Ruhaaniyat. The diva kept her look classy with kundan choker set, kadaas and a statement ring, all designed by Manish Malhotra, too.
Athiya Shetty in Rahul Mishra
Athiya Shetty kept true to her understated personal aesthetics and went for this uber-minimal white kurta set by Rahul Mishra. She elevated the graceful vibe by adding a dash of modernity with pearl hoops and open-toe sandals.
Tara Sutaria in Manish Malhotra
Tara Sutaria looked demure as ever in this Manish Malhotra ensemble which leaned toward a classic vintage look. She styled her kurta-sharara set with temple-gold jhumkas and a mogra gajra.
Diana Penty in Ridhi Mehra
Diwali looks are incomplete without a sprinkle of ruffles. Diana Penty kept it contemporary with this fuchsia saree set (don't miss the statement blouse with a plunging neckline) by Ridhi Mehra. She accentuated her outfit with the designer's signature waist-belt and emerald-drop earrings.
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Sara Ali Khan and Amrita Singh in Abu Jani - Sandeep Khosla
Sara Ali Khan looked extremely regal in this electric blue anarkali set by Abu - Sandeep, which her mom, Amrita Singh, complemented by wearing a cobalt blue piece from Gulabo by Abu Sandeep. Both of them kept their look uber-minimal by opting for statement earrings.
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Shilpa Shetty in Anita Dongre
Shilpa Shetty proves that floral prints are a year-long affair in this blush-pink sharara set by Anita Dongre. The actress took a turn toward traditional jewellery, like this kundan-infused choker and maangtikka set.
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Malaika Arora in Anamika Khanna
Expect Malaika Arora to make a statement with modern pieces, and that's exactly what she did with this red lehenga set by Anamika Khanna. She kept her add-ons in tandem with her tribal-inspired statement blouse by pairing an oxidized maangtikka, danglers and cuff.
Dia Mirza in Anavila
Dia Mirza makes a strong case for sustainable fashion in this handwoven linen saree by Anavila. She paired her outfit with oxidized silver jhumkas with a kaan-chain and bangles that counts for a simple-but-classy look.
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Jacqueline Fernandez in Tarun Tahiliani
Out of all the Diwali looks, Jacqueline's outfit took us by surprise the most. The diva rocked festive pants (a trend that we can't wait to try) and jacket by Tarun Tahiliani and styled it with a modern pendant necklace and cuff.
Esha Gupta in Ridhi Mehra
Esha Gupta picked this printed ruffle saree by Ridhi Mehra as her Diwali look. She styled her contemporary number with a gold choker set and the designer's signature waist-belt.
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Malavika Mohanan in Ri-Ritu Kumar
Malavika Mohanan looks absolutely gorgeous in this ikat-printed anarkali set by Ri-Ritu Kumar, establishing the outfit as a go-to for festivities. She kept her look classic and understated by pairing stone-encrusted jhumkas with the outfit.
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Karishma Tanna in Vvani by Vani Vats
Karishma Tanna picked a pleated black saree from Vvani by Vani Vats that is equal parts festive and contemporary. She wore her gorgeous piece with a pendant necklace and danglers.
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Natasha Poonawalla in Sabyasachi
Natasha Poonawalla looked glorious in this chevron-pattern lehenga set by Sabyasachi. She kept the outfit as the highlight of the look and paired dainty gold danglers.
Image Credits: Chase Foster / Priyanka Chopra / Manish Malhotra / Anand Ahuja / Anushka Sharma / Chandni Prakash / Shnoy09 / Diana Penty / Sara Ali Khan / Shilpa Shetty / Dia Mirza / Chandini Whabi / Esha Gupta / Ri-Ritu Kumar / Karishma Tanna / Natasha Poonawalla / Instagram
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