Ganesh Chaturthi Maharashtrian Jewellery: Nath, Mangalsutra
by Jihaan Savla on Oct 18, 2026
Quick answer: For Ganesh Chaturthi in Maharashtrian style, build the look around a nath, a mangalsutra and one pearl or kundan necklace, then keep earrings and bangles simple. Choose lighter pieces for aarti and the visarjan procession, since there are crowds, dancing and sometimes rain. Festival dates change every year, so check a calendar, and order early because delivery takes 4 to 15 days.
Updated October 2026
Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the biggest festivals in Maharashtra, and many women dress in a saree with a traditional Maharashtrian look for the days of aarti and the final visarjan. This guide explains which fashion jewellery pieces fit that style and how to wear them comfortably. For a wider festival view, see our guide to traditional jewellery sets for festivals. All pieces are artificial gold-plated fashion jewellery, so the styles are inspired by the tradition rather than the real thing.
What is the classic Maharashtrian look for Ganesh Chaturthi?
It usually pairs a cotton or silk saree, often a nine-yard drape, with a nath, a mangalsutra, a necklace and green or gold bangles. The effect is traditional and fairly bold, so the rest of the jewellery is kept restrained. If you are new to this style, our Maharashtrian jewellery checklist explains each piece.
Which nath should I choose?
A nath is the signature piece. If you do not have a pierced nose, pick a clip-on style from our Maharashtrian nath without piercing collection, which is easy to wear for a full day. The wider nath, nathiya and nose ring range has more shapes. If you are unsure which style is which, read the guide on nose pin, nose ring and nath.
What mangalsutra goes with a festive saree?
Married women usually wear a mangalsutra every day, so the festive question is whether to add something heavier. A short mangalsutra with a small pendant suits aarti at home, while a longer or designer one suits a visit to a pandal. Browse the mangalsutra collection, or mangalsutra under Rs 1000, and see the mangalsutra designs guide for the short, long and designer styles.
Do pearl and kundan work for this look?
Yes. White and cream pearl sets look clean against bright sarees, and kundan adds festive shine. Try pearl sets and moti jewellery for a softer look and kundan necklace sets for a richer one. Our guide to styling pearls with Indian outfits shows which colours pair well. Wear one hero necklace, not two.
Which earrings go with a nath?
Because the nath draws the eye to the face, keep earrings smaller and balanced. Studs or short jhumkas work well, and a heavy chandelier pair can crowd the look. Browse jhumka earrings and studs and tops, and match the metal tone to your nath and necklace so the whole look reads as one set.
Which bangles and saree colours complete the look?
Green bangles are a classic with Maharashtrian sarees, often mixed with gold-tone ones. Look at bangles and kundan bangles, and check your wrist size first. Rich saree colours such as maroon, green, purple and mustard suit gold-plated jewellery well, and our guide to jewellery for each saree colour shows exact pairings.
What should I wear for aarti and what for visarjan?
Aarti at home or in a pandal is a good time for the fuller look: nath, necklace, bangles and earrings. For the visarjan procession, go lighter, because you will be walking, dancing and standing in crowds. Prefer a smaller necklace, secure studs or short jhumkas, and a few bangles that will not slip. Keep plated jewellery away from water and rain, and wipe it dry afterwards.
How do I look after jewellery across the festival days?
The festival runs for several days, so rotate your pieces instead of wearing the same set every day. After each wear, wipe the jewellery with a soft dry cloth and store it in its own pouch, away from perfume and water. Our care guide for gold-plated jewellery has the full routine.
Can I find the rarer Maharashtrian pieces?
Some traditional pieces, such as thushi, bugdi and chinchpeti, are not listed online. If you want to ask about them, message us on WhatsApp at +91 98705 89560 and we will tell you honestly what is available. Our Maharashtrian jewellery guide explains what each piece is.
Planning the rest of the festive season? See the Rakhi gift ideas for sister and the Hariyali Teej green jewellery guide. More reading is on the Saloni journal. Dispatch takes 1 to 2 days and shipping is free across India, so order early and message us on WhatsApp at +91 98705 89560 if you need help choosing.