Navratri Payal Guide 2026 — Best Anklets for Garba and Dandiya
Navratri without the right payal is like garba without the music. Your anklets are not just jewellery during Navratri — they are part of the rhythm, the movement, and the joy of nine nights of celebration. Choosing the right Navratri payal means finding anklets that are beautiful enough to complement your outfit, secure enough to survive hours of energetic garba dancing, and comfortable enough to wear from sunset to sunrise.
At Abdesigns Jewellery, we have curated the perfect Navratri payal guide to help you find your ideal anklets for Navratri 2026.
What to Look for in Navratri Anklets
- Secure clasp: Non-negotiable for garba dancing — a loose clasp means losing your anklet mid-dance
- Lightweight: You will wear these for 3 to 5 hours of dancing — heavy anklets cause fatigue and discomfort
- Flexible fit: Your feet expand slightly during extended dancing — adjustable designs are preferable
- Musical quality: Ghungroo anklets that jingle musically add to the festive atmosphere
- Colour coordination: Match or complement your Navratri outfit colour for each day
Top Navratri Payal Choices for 2026
1. Gold Ghungroo Anklet — The Classic Garba Choice
The ghungroo anklet is the most traditional and most festive choice for garba and dandiya. The musical jingle of ghungroo bells adds to the rhythm of the dance and creates an atmosphere of pure celebration. Choose a double-row ghungroo anklet for maximum sound and visual impact.
Why it works for Navratri: Musical, festive, traditional, visually beautiful
Price: From ₹299 per pair
2. Lightweight Gold Chain Anklet
For women who prefer a quieter anklet that prioritises comfort during long dancing sessions, a lightweight gold chain anklet is the most practical Navratri choice. Delicate enough to be completely comfortable, beautiful enough to complete every Navratri look.
Why it works for Navratri: Maximum comfort, suitable for all 9 nights
Price: From ₹199 per pair
3. Coloured Stone Anklet — Coordinate with Each Day
Navratri's nine colour days offer a beautiful opportunity to coordinate your anklet stones with your outfit colour. Red stone anklets for the red day, green for green day, blue for blue day — a fully coordinated head-to-toe Navratri look.
Why it works for Navratri: Perfect colour coordination with each day's outfit
Price: From ₹249 per pair
4. Traditional Silver Ghungroo Anklet
Silver ghungroo anklets bring traditional authenticity to your Navratri look. The silver tone works beautifully with the grey day and the white day outfits, and the ghungroo bells create the most musical dancing experience.
Why it works for Navratri: Traditional, musical, culturally authentic
Price: From ₹279 per pair
5. Navratri Payal and Toe Ring Combo Set
A complete combo set — matching anklet and toe ring in the same design — creates the most coordinated and complete foot jewellery look for Navratri. One set, zero styling decisions, perfect coordination.
Why it works for Navratri: Complete look, no styling stress, perfect coordination
Price: From ₹399 per combo set
Navratri Payal Care During the Festival
- Remove anklets carefully after each night of dancing — do not pull
- Wipe with a dry cloth after each use to remove sweat and dust
- Check clasp security before each night of garba
- Store in individual pouches between nights to prevent tangling
Complete Your Navratri Look with Abdesigns
At Abdesigns Jewellery, we have everything you need for all 9 nights of Navratri — earrings, necklace sets, bangles, maang tikkas, and payals — all in the 9 Navratri colours. Prices from ₹199. Free shipping above ₹750. Cash on delivery across India. New Navratri collection added every year. Trusted by 1,00,000+ happy customers.
