Your first Karwa Chauth as a married woman deserves a look that people remember. Ananya Panday's crimson red saree, with its mirror work and Cutdana embroidery, is just that kind of outfit. It feels festive and bridal, yet fresh enough for a modern bride. The good news is that you can recreate it without spending a fortune. Here is how to do it under Rs 6,000.

How To Create Ananya Panday’s Crimson And Gold Saree Look Under 6,000

From the saree and blouse to jewellery and makeup, here is how modern brides can recreate Ananya Panday's Karwa Chauth look under Rs 6,000.

Step 1: Find The Perfect Saree

This is what does all the heavy lifting. Ananya's saree is a deep crimson georgette with tiny sparkly dots all over and a wide mirror-work border in gold.

Her actual saree is a designer piece from Arpita Mehta, and that kind of hand embroidery will cost you Rs 40,000 and above easily. Don't go there if you're on a budget. Ask for a red georgette saree with a sequin or mirror-work border instead. It looks almost the same in photos, and you'll get it for Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,000.

Where to buy in Delhi:

  • Chandni Chowk (Katra Neel): Full of saree shops. Just ask for crimson red or deep red georgette with mirror border. Don't forget to bargain.
  • Gandhi Nagar: Best if you live on the east side. Wholesale market, so prices are lower.
  • Sarojini Nagar: Great for ready-to-wear options without much hunting.

If you are shopping online do check Amazon, Myntra, Ajio and Meesho. But make sure to check customer photos in the reviews. Reds can look orange or too bright on screen, and you want a proper deep crimson.

Step 2: Get The Blouse Stitched Or Buy A Readymade One 

Ananya wears a full-sleeve blouse with a scoop neck and the same embellishment as the saree. This is where you can get creative and save money. Buy a plain red or sequin fabric and get it stitched by your local tailor, who will usually charge Rs 1000 to Rs 1500 for a full-sleeve blouse. Ask for a deep scoop neckline and fitted sleeves.

If you want the cuff detail from the original, ask the tailor to add gold stone lace at the wrist. It is a small touch that makes the blouse look expensive.

If you wish, you can even explore Lajpat market and GK M block market for readymade blouse options. They have everything from strapless blouses to corsets.

Step 3: Find The Jewellery That Compliments The Outfit

Here is the trick of this look. Ananya wears just one thing, a green and gold choker with matching earrings. Nothing else.

Look for a kundan or polki-style choker with green stones. You'll find good ones at Sarojini Nagar and Janpath for Rs 500 to Rs 800, and plenty online too. Since you're a newlywed, wear your chooda, mangalsutra and sindoor, and keep everything else minimal. If you pile on more jewellery, the choker will get lost.

Step 4: The Makeup

Ananya's makeup is soft, warm and glowy. Think bronzed eyes, a nude-peach lip and a little blush. This works well for Karwa Chauth, because you will be fasting through the day and a heavy base can look cakey by evening. Use a tinted moisturiser or a light foundation, add a cream blush on the cheekbones and finish with a golden-brown eyeshadow. A nude-pink or rosy-brown lipstick completes it. 

Do not forget your bindi, a small dark one like hers suits this look well. The sindoor and a bit of highlighter on the cheekbones will add the newlywed glow.

Step 5: Keep The Hair Sorted

Ananya has kept her hair straight and open, and this is what would look great with this whole look. A middle or soft side parting works well, so your sindoor stays visible. If you want something more traditional, a low bun with gajra works just as well.

Where To Buy

What To Ask For

Price

Chandni Chowk (Katra Neel)

Crimson red / deep red georgette saree with mirror border

Rs 1,500 - Rs 2,000

Gandhi Nagar Market

Red georgette with sequin + wide gold border

Rs 1,200 - Rs 1,800

Sarojini Nagar

Ready-to-wear red georgette saree

Rs 1,500 - Rs 2,000

Online (Amazon, Myntra, Ajio, Meesho)

Search "red georgette mirror work saree"

Rs 1,500 - Rs 2,000

The Final Price Of The Whole Outfit

You don't need to spend a fortune to look festive this Karwa Chauth or Diwali. A good saree will cost you around Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,000, a well-stitched blouse another Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,000, and simple jewellery to finish the look comes to about Rs 800 to Rs 1,000. That adds up to roughly Rs 3,800 to Rs 5,000 in total, and you can easily stay under the limit by picking the lower end on one or two items.

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