Festive Kurta Sets for Diwali and Puja 2026

Paulmi and Harsh's crimson red cotton silk anarkali set — the colour of Diwali, in a fabric soft enough to wear from puja to dinner.

The best festive kurta sets for Diwali and puja follow the shape of the day. Chanderi silk in bright, auspicious colours suits the morning puja. Sequins and embroidery take over for the Diwali party. And for diaspora celebrations in the UK, US and Canada — where Diwali falls in early November and the evenings are cold — velvet is the fabric that keeps you warm without giving up on occasion.

A kurta set also makes practical sense for festival days. You will be sitting on the floor for the puja, lighting diyas, cooking and hosting, often in the same outfit from morning to night. A well-cut kurta with salwar or straight pants lets you do all of it in comfort. Below are six festive kurta sets, grouped by designer and by the part of the celebration each one suits best.

Looking for a flared silhouette instead? Our designer sharara sets buying guide has more Diwali and puja picks, our Diwali kurta guide for men covers coordinating outfits for the family, and our client diaries show how real clients wore theirs.

For the puja — chanderi silk by Quench A Thirst

Chanderi silk is light, has a soft sheen and holds colour beautifully in daylight. Pink and green are both considered auspicious, and a kurta salwar is the most comfortable cut for sitting through a long puja.

Quench A Thirst

Pink Chanderi Silk Kurta Salwar

A bright, celebratory pink in breathable chanderi silk — easy to wear from the morning aarti through a full day of visiting.

Quench A Thirst

Emerald Green Silk Chanderi Kurta Salwar

Emerald green is rich enough for the festival yet quiet enough for the temple — and it pairs well with gold jewellery.

For the Diwali party — Nidhika Shekhar

When the puja is over and the family gathers for dinner, cards and fireworks, there is room for more embellishment. Nidhika Shekhar offers two directions — a traditional booti chanderi and a sequinned anarkali for those who want more drama.

Nidhika Shekhar

Hot Pink Booti Chanderi Kurta Pants Set

A scattered booti motif on hot pink chanderi — festive but not heavy, and straight pants keep it modern.

Nidhika Shekhar

Rust Sequin Georgette Anarkali

Rust is a warm, autumnal Diwali colour, and sequins catch every diya and string of lights — the statement piece of the edit.

For cold Diwali nights — velvet by Zoon Tribe

Diwali in London, New York or Toronto often means temperatures in single digits. Velvet is the answer — warm, rich in colour and unmistakably festive. Both Zoon Tribe sets come with a contrast dupatta, which does much of the styling work for you.

Zoon Tribe

Hot Pink Silk Velvet Kurta Pants Set

Silk velvet gives hot pink real depth, and the contrast dupatta adds a second colour without extra accessories.

Zoon Tribe

Olive Green Velvet Kurta Pants Set

Olive and purple is an unexpected pairing that works — earthy, seasonal and different from the usual Diwali reds.

Choosing your Diwali kurta set

If you will wear one outfit all day, start with the puja and dress up from there — a chanderi set with heavier jewellery and a potli bag moves easily into the evening. If you host the Diwali party, choose something with embellishment that still lets you move around the kitchen. And if your celebrations are outdoors in a cold climate, velvet is worth it — it looks as good under a coat as it does without one.

Browse the full Festive Edit 2026, find more festive picks in our designer sharara sets buying guide, coordinate the men in the family with our Diwali kurta guide for men, read our client diaries, or explore more styling guides on the Fabilicious blog.