Earrings for Navratri and garba
Nine nights of dancing ask a lot of a pair of earrings. They have to look good with a heavy chaniya choli, stay put through hours of garba and dandiya, and still be comfortable at midnight. Here is how we pick them.
Pick the style for the outfit
Which earrings go with a mirror-work or cotton chaniya choli?
Oxidised silver-tone earrings. The darkened, antique finish sits naturally with mirror work, cotton, kutchi embroidery and bright navratri colours. Shop oxidised silver
Which earrings go with silk, bandhani or a festive saree?
Gold-tone or oxidised gold-tone earrings. They pick up zari and gold borders, and look right for the puja and the aarti before the dancing starts. Shop oxidised gold
Jhumkas, chandbalis or long earrings for garba?
All three work. Jhumkas move with you and are the classic choice. Chandbalis frame the face for photos. Long earrings make a statement with the hair tied up. Jhumkas · Chandbalis · Long earrings
Comfort for nine nights
How do I keep heavy earrings comfortable while dancing?
Choose a size you can forget about after an hour, not the biggest pair in the shop. Every Ikaa product page lists the length where it has been measured. If a pair feels heavy, wear it for the evening's photos and switch to studs or small jhumkas for the dancing.
Should I wear a different pair each night?
If you like matching the night's colour, mixing two or three finishes covers most outfits: one oxidised silver-tone pair, one gold-tone pair and one statement pair. All festive earrings
After the festival
How do I store oxidised earrings after Navratri?
Wipe off sweat with a soft dry cloth, let them air out, and store each pair in its own pouch or zip bag away from moisture and perfume. More on our care page.
Can I order in time for the festival?
We ship across India from Satara. Orders are dispatched within 2 to 3 working days and usually arrive 1 to 5 working days after dispatch in Maharashtra and 4 to 6 elsewhere. Shipping is free on orders paid online. Shipping Policy