A classic item in every wardrobe, the saree easily combines glamour and cultural depth. However, the appropriate jewels may really take your attire to new heights, even if a saree doesn’t need much to make an impression. Your entire style can be changed by the accessories you choose, whether it’s a light chiffon or a deep silk.

With Diwali, the Festival of Lights, quickly approaching, here is a detailed guide on how to layer your jewelry with your Saree ensuring the perfect balance.

A high-neck Kanjeevaram Saree blouse with a polki diamond and kadas — Koushik Siddi @Pinterest

The Traditional Saree

Sarees  like Kanjeevaram or Banarasi, which are usually heavy in fabric, the classic jewellery is your best choice. To bring out the richness of this fabric, opt for a gold necklace with intricate designs, and pair with matching earrings.

In this look, a polki diamond will pair well with a high-neck blouse, on the other hand if it’s a round neckline, layer a traditional Kundan choker that sits close to your neck. Wear a Maang Tikka or Nath to add a bolder touch and royal charm to your ensemble. To beautify your wrists, complete the ensemble with delicate gold bangles or kadas.

Modern Saree — Vama design @Pinterest

Modern Saree

Modern sarees take tradition and give it a unique twist, and when it comes to accessorising fusion jewelry, should be your go to. Statement earrings and dramatic chandbails should be the highlight for a halter-neck or off-shoulder drape, they create a visual appeal and draw attention effortlessly. If your saree is heavily embroidered, choose a delicate necklace that complements rather than overshadows the overall design.  A simple gold choker or a few diamond-layered chains can dress up your neckline while allowing the complex designs of the saree to shine.

Minimalist Saree and a pearl choker with simple rings. — Southindianfashion @ Pinterest

Minimalist Saree

To look polished and sophisticated in a minimal saree, delicate pieces such as a simple diamond stud or a pearl choker elevate the soft beauty of the fabric without overpowering it. Add a sleek gold or silver bracelet, or even a single stack of thin bangles will complete this look perfectly.

In minimal styling, less is definitely more, allow the purity of your Saree to take the attention while the perfect amount of elegance is added by your jewelry. So consider rings with intricate designs, like a simple gold or gemstone  that gives a little glitter without being overly noticeable.

The variety of saree accessories is what makes them so beautiful and you can be as elaborate or as simple as you wish. Also, the appropriate jewelry can make your saree stand out.  It all comes down to striking the right balance.

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The annual Marrakech Film Festival routinely draws a sophisticated crowd, with this year’s jury featuring Bong Joon Ho, Anya Taylor-Joy,Jenna Ortega, Celine Song, and Jodie Foster. Ortega gave a subtly dramatic red carpet appearance for the event’s opening night, which is in its 22nd year, bringing renewed attention to the peplum silhouette.

When put together, her outfit creates a modern structural take on the traditional peplum design. The Wednesday actor stepped out in Bevza’s spring 2026 collection, featuring a black halterneck bodysuit with a low neckline, open back and long straight skirt.

Jenna Ortega’s Stunning Look — Instagram

Her makeup, done by Saskia Ryan using Dior Beauty, was smoky and defined, while Ortega wore her long, cherry cola–tinted hair loose and tousled. It was a signature choice from Ortega, consistent with the distinct gothic-leaning glam she and stylist Enrique Melendez have established, whether in a shredded GapStudio dress, a reptile-texture Ashi Studio gown, or tiny mini black boots on a beach.

Jenna Ortega and Other Jury Members— Instagram

Her fellow jury member Anya Taylor-Joy joined her on the red carpet wearing a custom black Dior gown with a rounded, two-tier structure. Bringing back the old style that inspired the original peplums of Dior’s 1947 New Look.

Svitlana Bevza, a Kyiv-born designer, designed Ortega’s gown. Her label is known for polished and minimalist tailoring, favoured by celebrities such as Katie Holmes, Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid, and Pamela Anderson. Bevza pushed further into abstraction, focusing on geometric shapes and clean lines in her spring 2026 collection. This made it Ideal for Ortega’s modern reinterpretation of the peplum style.

Svitlana Bevza first design of Jenna Ortega’s dress — Instagram

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The Fashion Trust Arabia 2025 Awards Ceremony is an annual non-profit event with the goal of helping emerging designers from the Middle East and North Africa.

This year’s edition was held at the National Museum of Qatar in Doha on the 21 of November 2025.

The awards are given in multiple categories including ready-to-wear, accessories, and evening wear.

For the 7th edition of the Awards Ceremony, the theme explored black, gold and sandy aesthetics and as always, each celebrity interpreted the theme in distinct ways.

Here are our best looks from the evening:

Her Highness, Sheikha Moza bint Nasser of Qatar

Sheikha Moza the Fashion Trust Arabia Awards Ceremony 2025 – Instagram

Sheikha Moza, the Chair and host of Fashion Trust Arabia styled a fitted gown with refined floral detailing. This was paired with a matching flowing long-sleeved jacket with a fluid shape and a pale blue hijab.

Balqees Fathi

Balqees Fathiat the Fashion Trust Arabia Awards Ceremony 2025 – Instagram

From the Zuhair Murad 2025 fall collection, Balqees styled a flowing sheer gown.

The Emirati singer’s look featured a high-neck, crystal embellishment, pleated cap sleeves and a flowing train behind her.

Yousra

Yousraat the Fashion Trust Arabia Awards Ceremony 2025 – Instagram

All the way from Egypt, Yousra styled a Zuhair Murad dress. The floor-length gown included crystal accents and a sheer sleeve swept the floor.

Georgina Rodriguez

Georgina Rodriguezat the Fashion Trust Arabia Awards Ceremony 2025 – Instagram

Georgina wore an Azzedine Alaïa-inspired outfit. Her sleeveless black ruched dress was paired with black heels and drop earrings.

Razane Jammal

Razane Jammalat the Fashion Trust Arabia Awards Ceremony 2025 – Instagram

Razane stepped out with a bold presence. She styled a long sleeveless gown with ruffle detailing with a large matching coat. For accessories, she kept to a single diamond necklace.

Pritika Swarup

Pritika Swarupat the Fashion Trust Arabia Awards Ceremony 2025 – Instagram

Indian model, Pritika showed up in a silver strapless, bodycon dress with a subtle fishtail structure and flowing train. Her dress also featured crystal detailing from the Polvere Di Stelle Collection. She kept accessories minimal with only bold earrings.

Tyra Banks

Tyra Banks at the Fashion Trust Arabia Awards Ceremony 2025 – Instagram

Tyra Banks who was also in attendance, opted for an unconventional look with a gold corset bodice and flowing gown.

From each shoulder, a sleeve ran through to the floor, creating a train at both sides. She accessorized with chunky gold earrings that complemented her look.

Shanina Shaik

Shanina Shaik the Fashion Trust Arabia Awards Ceremony 2025 – Instagram

Shanina stepped out in a floor-length champagne dress with embroidered details along the edges.

Her dress included a V-neck cut and two front pockets and she accessorized with simple diamond earrings.

Emma Roberts

Emma Robertsat the Fashion Trust Arabia Awards Ceremony 2025 – Instagram

American actress, Emma Roberts was also live in Doha for the ceremony where she styled a blush pink Valentino gown from the 2026 Resort collection.

The floor-length dress featured long sleeves with intricate embroidery at the bust area of the dress. She was styled by Brit and Kara Elkin and accessorized with drop earrings.

Lori Harvey

Lori Harvey stepped out in a Zuhair Murad 2025 Spring collection dress that had buttery-yellow tones complete with a ribbon belt, black gloves and heels. She kept accessories minimal with drop earrings.

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