Aza Fashions, in a guide published on 22 July 2026, sorts men’s Diwali clothing into four types: kurta sets for puja and family gatherings, bandhgala suits for more formal events, sherwanis for hosting and Nehru jackets layered over a kurta. It also steers men toward deep jewel tones such as emerald green, royal blue and burgundy, and away from pale or neon shades.
This guide to Diwali outfit ideas for men follows those categories. The Aza guide does not mention Indo-western outfits, so the Indo-western ideas in this article are my own suggestions based on the same garments. Aza is a retailer, so treat its trend claims as marketing. Diwali is on Sunday, 8 November 2026 in India, per HinduTone.
Kurta Sets: The Everyday Festive Choice
Aza suggests kurta sets for puja and family gatherings, in silk, raw silk or chanderi. It advises pairing straight-cut kurtas with churidar or slim-fit trousers, and adding contrast piping or tone-on-tone embroidery to ivory or off-white kurtas.
| Style | Details (Aza Fashions) |
|---|---|
| Straight-cut kurta with churidar | Classic and clean |
| Ivory kurta with contrast piping | Understated and crisp |
| Kurta with a printed or embroidered dupatta | Adds a festive layer |
| Silk or chanderi kurta | Rich fabric for puja |
Bandhgala and Sherwani: When You Are Hosting
Aza recommends bandhgala suits, also called Jodhpuri suits, for formal or hosted events, and sherwanis for hosting or very formal occasions. For colors it suggests bottle green, navy and deep maroon for bandhgalas, in velvet, brocade or structured silk.
| Outfit | Occasion | Colors and fabrics (Aza) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandhgala suit | Formal or hosted events | Bottle green, navy, deep maroon; velvet, brocade, structured silk |
| Sherwani | Hosting or very formal | Deep jewel tones; rich fabrics |
| Nehru jacket | Cooler evenings | Velvet, in a contrasting fabric or color over a plain kurta |
Indo-Western Looks (Our Suggestions)
Aza does not cover Indo-western outfits, so these ideas are ours. They combine the garments above with Western pieces. Try them on first, and keep the color story simple.
| Look | How to build it |
|---|---|
| Kurta with a blazer | A short kurta under a tailored jacket |
| Nehru jacket over a shirt | Slim trousers and loafers |
| Bandhgala with plain trousers | Pair with trousers in a matching shade |
| Kurta with chinos | Choose a short kurta and neat chinos |
| Embroidered jacket over a plain tee | Better for casual evenings |
For more style ideas, read our men’s style guide for 2026.
Colors, Fabrics and Fit
Aza recommends deep jewel tones such as emerald green, royal blue, burgundy and gold, plus ivory and champagne for an understated look. It discourages pale or muted shades and bright neon colors. For long events, cotton silk is a comfortable fabric.
| Choice | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Color | Deep jewel tones; ivory or champagne for subtle |
| Avoid | Pale or neon shades (Aza) |
| Fabric | Silk, raw silk, chanderi; cotton silk for long events |
| Fit | Straight cut with slim bottoms |
Footwear and Accessories
Aza suggests mojaris or embellished juttis, and accessories such as a pocket square, a statement brooch on a bandhgala lapel or a classic wristwatch. Keep one accent, not all three. If you want to stay on a budget, our guide to affordable luxury fashion can help.
