In the third segment of HT City’s 10-part series, where we bring you the trends to slay this Navratri season, here’s putting the spotlight on mirror-work parandis, chain-detailed bows, and colourful scrunchies to help you bring that garba-dandiya energy to every hair flip!
READ: Glam drop series with HT City | Here’s where to get the ultimate Navratri-themed shoes for garba-dandiya nights From mirrorwork alligator clips to parandis loaded with colourful tassels, you’ll feel like shopping each of these accessories if you are the one who wants to get your garba glam on. Isha Makadia, founder of Traditional Trend (@traditionaltrend_), tells us that parandis are a big rage this season. “Parandis have their roots in Punjab yet are trending at Gujarati events of late. For Navratri nights, mirror work and cowrie detailing are in among Gen Z desi baddies,” she adds. And for those who trust their scrunchies when it comes to managing hair, must know how this basic has now been revived in a Navratri-themed avatar! “Bows with dangling chains are definitely selling big time. But ever since I worked out a technique, this accessory has become our biggest seller,” shares Likhita Jain, founder of Kalakruti Store (@kalakruti_store). READ: Glam drop series with HT City | Get your fingertips Navratri-ready with these trending press-on nails For more, follow @htcity.delhijunction
But for Navratri, I’ve made some scrunchies using fabric that has traditional gamthi work ( ₹ 250) on it. Because the fabric is thick, initially, it was tough to fold.
