Indian Birthday Party Outfits for Guests: Birthday parties are supposed to be fun, and you, as a guest are supposed to bring the fun! Having established that you are the (life of the) party, you should dress the part too. Now Indian parties are nothing if not OTT, right? Well, not always. Shocking, I know, but Indians know how-to and even like to keep it lowkey every now and then. The good part is, there’s no birthday party that we haven’t curated a look for. Starting from corsets, to salwar suits, pantsuits, backless dresses, and coy sarees – we have really got it all. This is the answer to all your ‘what to wear’, ‘how to wear’ questions.

Be it that distant cousin that invited you only because their parents asked them to or your childhood best friend who stuck with you through everything, every birthday is a celebration. And here’s one rare thing the whole world agrees on: nobody does celebrations better than Indians. So let’s save the name, and live up to it. Here’s a guide on how to dress glamorous, look fabulous and be the most fun yet comfortable one at a desi birthday party. Make heads turn, let’s make sure no one else steals the ‘Best-Dressed’ sash.

What Should a Guest Wear to an Indian Birthday Party?

Picking outfits for any Indian party can get a little daunting, more so when it comes to a birthday party. But don’t worry, you’re not the only one with the “what to wear” dilemma. Striking the right balance is the most important in our opinion. Showing the right amount of skin, choosing the right color, picking a silhouette that’s gaudy but comfortable – these are questions we all struggle with. While the answer to all these questions remains the same, i.e., whatever you feel the best in – we understand that some guidance and about 30 options never hurt anybody. You’re about to take a deep dive into the world of outfits – hold your breath!