How to Accessorise Kids' Ethnic Wear (Without Overdoing It)
A beautiful lehenga or kurta rarely needs much help — but the right finishing touches pull the whole look together. The art is knowing when to stop.
Jewellery: less is more
For girls, one or two pieces are plenty — a pair of jhumkas and a small bangle set, or a single delicate necklace. Skip heavy, sharp-edged jewellery on young children; it's uncomfortable and easily lost. Clip-on earrings are safer than hooks for little ones.
Footwear that survives the day
Mojris and juttis look gorgeous in photos and rarely last a full function. Bring a comfortable, broken-in backup pair, and choose shoes your child can walk and run in. For boys, soft ethnic slip-ons beat stiff formal shoes for a long day.
Hair: pretty but practical
Elaborate hairstyles don't survive two hours of play. A style that still looks good half-undone — a simple braid with a flower, a soft bun, loose waves with a clip — is the sensible choice. Coordinate one hair accessory with the outfit rather than piling several on.
The finishing touches for boys
A safa or pagdi for a special function, a small brooch on a sherwani, or a pocket square on a jacket adds polish without fuss. One statement piece is enough.
The one rule that covers everything
If you're not sure whether to add something, don't. A child in a lovely outfit with one well-chosen accessory always looks better than one weighed down by five.
Complete the look with ethnic wear from the Girls and Boys Indian Ethnic Wear collections at Picco Ricco.



