There's a certain effortlessness to the way Sonam Bajwa wears a kurta. Not the stiff, occasion-only kind, but the sort that makes you believe she just floated in from a garden, golden-hour light and all. The Punjabi superstar has, quietly and consistently, become one of the most reliable style references for anyone who loves Indian wear done right. Her summer wardrobe is a masterclass: rich embroidery that never feels heavy, silhouettes that breathe, and a colour palette that feels borrowed from sunsets and marigold fields. This summer, we went deep into her Instagram and pulled out the looks that made us stop mid-scroll – and found you something just as stunning to shop.
Florals? For Summer? Groundbreaking — When It's Sonam.
This look had every Indian fashion lover doing a double-take. Sonam was spotted in an intricately embroidered anarkali-pant set that struck the perfect balance between festive and effortlessly summery. The delicate threadwork, flowy silhouette, and earthy tones felt like the outfit equivalent of a breezy morning — elegant, never overdone. She paired it with minimal jewellery, letting the craftsmanship do all the talking.
Get the look: The Angad Singh gold embroidered Anarkali pant set is practically a twin — same dreamy embroidery energy, same silhouette, same effortless vibe.
Catching Light, Catching Eyes — Mirror Embroidery Done Right
Summer and mirror embroidery are a combination nobody should sleep on. Sonam's look here — a beautifully crafted kurta with traditional mirror-work detailing — shimmered most organically. The craft reads as Kutchi and sun-baked and utterly alive. She wore it with a churidaar, which added a classic, pulled-together finish without a single effort wasted.
Get the look: The Esha Koul Mirror embroidered kurta and churidaar set is a stunning match — all that handcrafted mirror magic paired with a clean, refined silhouette.
A Jacket Anarkali That Rewrites the Whole Genre
A layered jacket over an anarkali is not a new concept. Sonam, wearing one, however, makes it feel discovered for the very first time. The embroidered jacket in this look gave structure to the flowy anarkali beneath it — and the combination of the two created something genuinely showstopping. It's the kind of look you'd plan an entire event around.
Get the look: The Roohbyridhimaa Maryam embroidered jacket Anarkali set is romantic, richly detailed, and makes an entrance before you even walk in.
The Sharara Moment "Hot Pink, White Embroidery & Zero Apologies"
Sonam Bajwa has never been afraid of colour, but this look is something else entirely. A blazing hot pink sharara set that doesn't whisper — it announces. The short, V-neck kurta top is scattered with delicate white embroidered motifs that feel almost folk-inspired, with scalloped white borders trimming the hem and sleeves in the most charming way. And then the sharara pants — wide, dramatic, pooling slightly at the floor — do exactly what a great sharara should: make every step look like a scene.
Get the look: The Preevin floral embroidered anarkali sharara set brings that same embroidered-kurta-meets-dramatic-sharara energy — intricate motif work, a flattering short kurta silhouette, and a sharara that moves beautifully.
No Drama. All Elegance. The Quiet Luxe Summer Kurta.
Not every look needs to be a grand production — and Sonam knows this better than most. This post showed her in an embroidered kurta set that was soft, understated, and completely enchanting. The kind of outfit you'd describe as "just a kurta" but somehow can't stop thinking about. Clean lines, thoughtful embroidery, and a fit that required zero adjustment.
Get the look: The Sue Mue Amu embroidered kurta set channels that same understated refinement — crafted detail without the noise.
The A-Line Kurta That Belongs in Every Summer Edit
The A-line kurta is the backbone of every Indian wardrobe — and yet Sonam managed to make even this feel like a revelation. A beautifully worked zari-embroidered A-line kurta with palazzo pants (or fitted salwar) is a combination that has worked for generations, and with good reason. The silhouette flatters, the embroidery impresses, and you never once feel like you're trying too hard.
Get the look: The Pants and Pajamas zari embroidered A-Line Kurta on Aza is a near-identical match in spirit — traditional zari work on a graceful, wearable silhouette.
Floral Prints, Feminine Silhouettes & Pure Summer Romance
We're ending on a look that is pure, undistilled romance. Sonam in a floral print anarkali set is everything summer in India should feel like — lush, generous, and a little heady. The print, the drape, the way it moves — this is the kind of look that doesn't just photograph well; it feels extraordinary to wear. A reminder that sometimes, a beautiful print and a great silhouette is all you need.
Get the look: The Ri Ritu Kumar romantic flower print Anarkali set is an absolute stunner — a timeless house, a timeless print, and a silhouette made for summer evenings.
The Bottom Line? Sonam Makes It Look Easy.
But here's the thing — dressing this well in Indian wear is never actually easy. It takes an eye for craft, an understanding of silhouette, and a genuine love for the clothes. The good news is that the right kurta set does most of the heavy lifting for you. Start with one great piece, wear it like you mean it, and the rest takes care of itself.
