Kareena Kapoor redefines 'begum core' in heavy gold earrings, stylish salwar suit: Here's how to copy her ethnic look

Kareena Kapoor's outfit featuring earthy tones was paired with heavy gold accessories – her look was the perfect blend of tradition and contemporary chic.

Kareena Kapoor continues to prove why she is the ultimate muse for modern Indian fashion. Attending a jewellery brand event on April 11, the actor stunned in an ensemble that seamlessly bridged the gap between Indian heritage and contemporary chic

At a recent event, Kareena Kapoor embodied modern Indian style with an ajrakh kurta set. (Instagram/ lakshmilehr)

Wearing the 'Philori' kurta set from Debyani and Co, Kareena Kapoor leaned into a 'begum core' aesthetic — a look defined by understated grace, rich textiles, and heirloom-quality accessories.

All the details of Kareena Kapoor's look

The outfit itself is a masterclass in textile layering. The kurta features a deep indigo ajrakh print, a traditional hand-block-printing technique originating in Sindh and Gujarat. The label highlighted that the piece is a 'thoughtful mix' of threadwork and zardozi, with sharp geometric chevrons in ivory and red framing the neckline to create a structured, waistcoat-like effect.

Instead of a standard pair of trousers, Kareena sported a heavy poncha salwar featuring vertical stripes and dense embroidery at the ankles, adding volume and a vintage silhouette.

She completed the look with a sheer cream dupatta and a striking half-up, half-down hairstyle that allowed her impossible-to-miss jewellery from Malabar Gold and Diamonds – heavy gold earrings and bangles – to take centre stage. Kareena paired her heavy outfit with a soft brown smoky eye with kohl-lined waterlines, a dewy 'glass skin' finish, and a generous sweep of peach-toned blush. A tiny red bindi and a nude-brown lip completed the look.

How to recreate Kareena Kapoor's ethnic look

You don't need a designer wardrobe like Kareena to capture this vibe. The secret lies in the balance between busy patterns and bold gold. Look for pieces featuring ajrakh, kalamkari, or ikat. The key to Kareena’s look is the dark, earthy base, like indigo or charcoal, contrasted with vibrant accents like red or cream – a structured short kurta paired with voluminous salwar will help you mimic her silhouette.

Kareena’s jewellery does the heavy lifting. To copy her look, skip the necklace and go for oversized gold jhumkas or chandbalis with green emerald or glass-bead drops, and stack gold-toned kadas on one wrist to keep the look effortless rather than over-the-top heavy.

Keep the hair away from your face by pulling the front sections of your hair back tightly into a half-pony, ensuring your statement earrings don't get tangled or hidden. If a full embroidered salwar feels too heavy for a daytime event, swap the bottoms for plain ivory pants, but keep the heavy gold earrings to maintain the elevated feel.