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Alia Bhatt’s Diwali wardrobe has entered the chat with a moss-green saree and an antique gold-toned, metal-encrusted halter blouse that screams statement dressing.
Alia Bhatt’s latest festive outing is anything but predictable, pairing a moody green saree with electric-blue accents and an intricately embellished halter blouse.
Diwali wardrobes have a habit of getting caught in the gold-and-glitter traffic jam. But Alia Bhatt is taking a rather more interesting exit. For her latest festive outing, the actor trades the predictable sparkle parade for a moody moss-green saree, flashes of electric blue and a blouse that looks as though a vintage jewellery box decided to have a fashion moment. The result? A little bohemian, a little regal and gloriously unwilling to follow the festive dress code to the letter.
Alia dropped the pictures on Tuesday with the caption “an epic start to diwali ✨🪔”.
And she’s certainly setting the mood. The ensemble plays with earthy hues, intricate craftsmanship and a rather striking silhouette, proving that festive glamour can have plenty of personality without going full bling. The real showstopper? A halter-neck blouse that looks like a vintage jewellery treasure decided to become clothing.
Alia’s Saree Is Understated, But That Blouse Has Other Plans
The saree sets a lovely, moody tone. Alia wears a deep moss-green linen drape from the shelves of Anavila with a fluid fall and a subtle textured finish. A slate-grey panel adds an interesting contrast, while electric-blue piping traces the edges, giving the otherwise earthy palette a welcome jolt of colour.
But let’s talk about that blouse. The halter-neck design is a statement in its own right, featuring intricate antique gold-toned metalwork, layered embellishments and flashes of turquoise across the bodice. Tiny dangling details add texture and movement, while the open-back silhouette keeps things contemporary. The turquoise accents along the hem also pick up the blue border of the saree, tying the two pieces together beautifully.
Alia keeps the jewellery edit refreshingly focused. Oversized turquoise-and-gold earrings pick up the embellishments on the blouse, while a delicate necklace detail follows the halter neckline. A tiny blue bindi adds a final pop of colour. There’s no need for a jewellery overload here; the blouse has already done most of the heavy lifting.
For the finishing touches, Alia wears her hair in loose, glossy waves, with a relaxed parting that lets the neckline and earrings take centre stage. Her makeup stays fresh and polished, with softly defined eyes, warm tones, a hint of blush and glossy nude-rose lips.
With this look, Alia makes a persuasive case for giving the usual Diwali colour palette a little holiday. And if the caption is anything to go by, this is only the beginning. And we’re already seated!
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Ask News18Alia Bhatt wore a deep moss-green linen saree from Anavila, featuring a fluid fall, a slate-grey panel, and electric-blue piping. She paired it with a show-stealing halter-neck blouse adorned with antique gold-toned metalwork and turquoise accents.
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Labani Mahanandy is an Associate Producer at News18 Showsha, where she professionally obsesses over everything Bollywood, Hollywood scandals, and fashion moments that deserve their own runway.
November 03, 2026, 20:45 IST
