Best Kurta Sets for Women to Wear This Diwali

Ask a room full of women what they plan to wear for Diwali and the most common answer is still the same: a kurta set. It is easy to sit in for Lakshmi puja, neat enough for a round of family visits, and festive in every photo. But a kurta set for women can mean many things, from a simple two-piece palazzo set to a full three-piece suit with an embroidered dupatta. This guide explains which kurta sets work best for Diwali, when to choose each style and how to make one look its most festive.

Diwali falls on Sunday, 8 November in 2026, with Dhanteras two days earlier on 6 November. Order a week or two ahead so there is time to exchange a size before the festival.

Which Kurta Sets Are Best for Diwali?

The best kurta sets for Diwali are three-piece kurta pant dupatta sets, kurta palazzo sets and embroidered kurta sets in breathable fabrics such as cotton or cotton blends. A festive kurta set for women should have some detail, such as a printed border, lace, a floral print or embroidery, in a festive colour like red, maroon, green, gold or black.

When you compare kurta sets for Diwali, look at four things:

• Pieces: a three-piece set (kurta, bottom and dupatta) looks complete straight away; a two-piece set gives you the freedom to add your own dupatta or skip it.
• Fabric: cotton and cotton blends are the most comfortable for a full day of puja, cooking and visiting. They are also easy to wash afterwards.
• Detail: printed borders, lace yokes and embroidery make a kurta set for women feel festive without being heavy.
• Silhouette: straight kurtas look neat and modern, A-line kurtas are flattering and easy to move in, and Anarkalis are the dressiest choice.

Aavari kurta sets cost from around ₹1,650 for printed cotton sets to around ₹5,800 for embroidered and embellished festive suits. You can see them all under three-piece suit sets and two-piece kurta sets.

Is a Kurta Palazzo Set Suitable for Festive Wear?

Yes. A kurta palazzo set for women is one of the most comfortable festive outfits, because the wide-leg palazzos make it easy to sit on the floor for puja, move around the house and dance. With a printed or lace-detailed kurta and a dupatta, it looks festive enough for Diwali.

Palazzos are forgiving and flowing, which is why so many women choose them for family gatherings. Two good examples for Diwali:

• With a V-neck and lace: the Black & Beige Printed Kurta Palazzo Set has an A-line kurta in an abstract floral print, lace at the V-neckline, full sleeves and matching striped palazzos. It is a cotton blend, so it stays soft and breathable through a long day. Add a red or gold dupatta for the puja.
• With a printed dupatta: the Black Ethnic Kurta Palazzo Set with Dupatta is pure cotton, with traditional printed borders on the sleeves, hem and dupatta. Its three-quarter sleeves are practical when you light diyas.

To style a kurta palazzo set for women for Diwali, choose block heels or juttis that do not catch the hem of the palazzos, and keep the palazzo length just above the floor. If you are between sizes, choose the larger one, since cotton may shrink a little after the first wash.

When Should You Choose a Three-Piece Suit Set?

Choose a 3 piece suit set for women when you want a complete, traditional look with no extra styling, such as for Lakshmi puja, visits to elders or an office Diwali celebration. A kurta pant dupatta set comes with a matching kurta, bottom and dupatta, so it looks finished the moment you put it on.

A three-piece set is also the easiest answer on a busy festival morning. There is no need to hunt for a matching dupatta or worry whether your bottom goes with the kurta. A kurta pant dupatta set is especially good for:

• Lakshmi puja: the dupatta can cover your head during the aarti, which many families prefer.
• Visiting elders and relatives: a full set looks respectful and well put-together.
• Office celebrations: a three-piece set in a classic colour can be worn to work again after Diwali.

The Black Floral Printed Kurta Pant & Dupatta Set is a good example. It has a straight-fit kurta in a black floral print, a lace yoke, a collared neckline, floral side panels, solid black straight pants and a lightweight embroidered dupatta. A 3 piece suit set for women like this can go from puja to dinner with only a change of jewellery.

How Can You Style an Embroidered Kurta Set?

Style an embroidered kurta set for women by letting the embroidery be the focus: choose simple jewellery in a matching metal, plain juttis or heels, and a neat hairstyle. If the kurta is heavily worked, pick a lighter dupatta, and if only the dupatta is embroidered, keep the kurta and jewellery simple.

Embroidery is what turns a kurta set into festive wear, and India has many traditions of it, from the fine white-on-white chikankari of Lucknow to gold zari work. You can read about one of the best known, chikankari, on Wikipedia. A few styling tips:

• Match the metal: gold jewellery suits gold or yellow thread, while silver or oxidised pieces suit white, silver or multicolour embroidery.
• One statement only: with an embroidered yoke, wear jhumkas and skip the necklace; with a plain neckline, a choker works well.
• Balance the dupatta: a printed or shibori dupatta goes well with an embroidered kurta, as long as one colour links the two.
• Care: turn embroidered kurtas inside out before washing, wash them gently by hand in cold water and iron on the reverse side to protect the thread.

Aavari’s embroidered kurta sets for women include straight-fit kurta pant sets with printed dupattas and Anarkali suits with floral yokes, all in breathable fabrics. Looking for more Diwali ideas beyond kurta sets? Read our guide to Diwali outfits for women, browse the full Aavari collection, or try pieces on at the Aavari store in Ajmer. Happy Diwali!