There are certain silhouettes that never really fade away from the Indian festive wardrobe. The sharara set is one of them. Over the last few years, this style has quietly transitioned from a familiar go-to into a statement-maker. Once defined by noodle-strap kurtis and flowy bottoms that every college-going girl or bride’s best friend swore by, the sharara set has since stretched, adapted, and dressed itself anew for every season. This Diwali, as the shimmer of sequins and the swirl of chiffon return, it’s worth pausing to see just how far the sharara has come and where it might be heading next.
The Classic Era: Simple, Sweet, and Fuss-Free
The earliest wave of sharara sets that made their way into mainstream wardrobes were simple yet charming. Think cotton kurtis paired with straight-c