Navratri 2025

Navratri in Chicago is not just a festival, it is an explosion of rhythm, devotion, and dazzling colors. As the dhol beats rise across Illinois arenas, temples, and community halls, the spirit of Garba transforms ordinary nights into extraordinary celebrations. For Indians living away from their homeland, dressing up for Navratri becomes much more than fashion, it’s a way of carrying tradition proudly into a multicultural city. Beyond the synchronized steps and clashing dandiya sticks, it’s the outfits that tell stories. A vibrant Chaniya Choli swirling in circles, a Kediyu dancing with ease, or a child’s lehenga lighting up the dance floor, all of it reflects devotion, nostalgia, and community identity. In Chicago and across Illinois, fashion for Garba night becomes a conversation between...