How to Style a Kurti for 7 Different Occasions (Work, Travel, Weddings & More)

How to Style a Kurti for 7 Different Occasions (Work, Travel, Weddings & More)

The kurti is one of the most loved outfits in Indian fashion—easy, elegant, and suitable for every occasion. With the right styling, one kurti can give you multiple stylish looks. At AKRISH, we design kurtis that blend traditional charm with modern comfort, making them perfect for every moment of your day.

Here’s how to style your kurti for 7 different occasions:

1. Work/Office Look – Classy & Simple

A straight-fit kurti or A-line kurti is best for office wear.

Style Tips:

  • Pair with cigarette pants or straight trousers

  • Choose pastel, solid or floral patterns

  • Add small stud earrings

  • Wear comfortable flats or block heels

  • Light makeup + a neat ponytail

Perfect AKRISH picks: Cotton 60×60 straight kurtis, rayon workwear sets.

2. College Look – Trendy & Comfortable

Young girls love kurtis for daily wear because they are stylish yet modest.

Style Tips:

  • Pair a short kurti with jeans

  • Add jhumkas for a boho vibe

  • Use a sling bag

  • Flat juttis or sneakers

Perfect AKRISH picks: Short printed kurtis, casual flare kurtis.

3. Travel Look – Light & Airy

Travelling in ethnic fashion is easy if you choose breathable fabrics.

Style Tips:

  • Wear cotton 60×60 kurtis

  • Pair with leggings or palazzos

  • Carry a tote bag

  • Minimal jewellery

  • Comfortable sandals

Perfect AKRISH picks: Lightweight cotton printed kurtis.

4. Casual Day-Out Look – Cute & Easy

Perfect for shopping, brunch, family outings.

Style Tips:

  • Choose pastel or bright colours

  • Opt for Anarkalis or A-line silhouettes

  • Tie your hair in a half bun

  • Wear dainty bracelets

Perfect AKRISH picks: Printed rayon Anarkalis, flared kurtis.

5. Festive Look – Bold & Beautiful

Festivals need a little shine!

Style Tips:

  • Choose kurtis with sequins or gota-patti

  • Pair with sharara or palazzo

  • Wear big jhumkas

  • Use a bright dupatta

  • Add bangles + ethnic juttis

Perfect AKRISH picks: 3-piece festive sets, sequins Anarkalis.

6. Wedding/Party Look – Glam Ethnic Vibes

Perfect for haldi, mehendi, sangeet, parties.

Style Tips:

  • Choose heavy work kurtis or layered Anarkalis

  • Accessorise with kundan jewellery

  • Wear heels

  • Bold makeup — wing liner + lipstick

  • Carry a clutch bag

Perfect AKRISH picks: Yellow haldi sets, premium Anarkali suits.

7. Evening Out Look – Chic & Modern

Great for dinner, dates, and night events.

Style Tips:

  • Choose darker shades: black, maroon, navy

  • Straight-fit or slit kurtis

  • Pair with cigarette pants

  • Statement earrings

  • High ponytail

Perfect AKRISH picks: Elegant rayon kurti sets in dark shades.

⭐ Final Styling Tip

A kurti is versatile — you only need the right:

  • Colour

  • Bottom wear

  • Jewellery

  • Bag

  • Footwear

With these small changes, your kurti outfit becomes perfect for ANY occasion.

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