'Muslim Met Gala' returns, as celebrities share their Eidul Azha day 1 looks

From regal sarees to breezy cotton prints, Pakistani celebrities set a stunning new benchmark for Eidul Azha fashion

The first day of Eidul Azha is finally here, and just like every year, Instagram feeds are full of amazing fashion. Often dubbed by people as our local "Muslim Met Gala," the first day of Eid is an endless supply of festive food, family reunions, navigating the inescapable afternoon food coma, and undoubtedly the fashion. This year is no different, with everyone's favourite celebrities sharing their outfits and looking absolutely beautiful.

This year, instead of heavy and uncomfortable clothes, the stars are keeping it simple, elegant, and comfortable for the hot weather. Showcasing a lot of beautiful Lawn suits, classic kurtas, and bright, single-colour outfits. A brief roundup of some celebrity looks at what they are wearing today, and how they styled their Eid looks:

Minal Khan:

 

 

 

 

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For her Day 1 Eid look, Minal Khan chose a deeply elegant, long navy blue kameez featuring intricate, multi-colored traditional embroidery. She completed the sophisticated look with bold metallic statement earrings, soft wavy hair, and a small, structured brown handbag, making it a perfect balance of festive charm and simple grace.

Sadaf Kanwal:

 

 

 

 

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Sadaf Kanwal chose a soft and breezy pastel aesthetic for her Day 1 Eid look, wearing a light lilac or lavender-toned ensemble decorated with delicate multi-colored floral patterns. Elegantly putting the festive look together with open, voluminous wavy hair, subtle makeup, and a metallic silver clutch bag, capturing a fresh and stylish daytime Eid vibe.

Zoya Nasir:

 

 

 

 

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Zoya Nasir embraced a deep, royal vibe for this Eid, striking a pose on the stairs in a rich navy silk straight-cut suit. She topped off her festive look with classic silver jhumkas, a soft hairstyle, and colourful printed khussas for a perfectly balanced, traditional touch.

Bushra Ansari:

 

 

 

 

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The legendary queen of Pakistani television, Bushra Ansari, showed everyone exactly how royal elegance is done on Day 1 of Eid. Stepping away from standard festive suits, the icon brought ultimate sophistication to the day by wearing a stunning, woven Banarasi-style saree in a soft, glowing ivory and gold colour combination.

She kept the look fresh and completely balanced for daytime festivities, styling her hair in a classic paranda and accessorising with classic gold drop earrings. It is a masterclass in how to stay comfortable while looking completely majestic.

Hira Mani:

 

 

 

 

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Hira Mani brought effortless drama to Day 1 of Eid, posing against a lush, tropical backdrop in Sharjah, styled in a floor-length, deep forest-green pishwas. Styling her hair in a neat, braided look, she completed her festive vibe with matching green bangles and minimal jewellery, making a serious case for comfortable, high-volume festive wear.

Saboor Ali and Ali Ansari:

 

 

 

 

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One of the entertainment industry’s most beloved real-life couples, Saboor Aly and her husband Ali Ansari, completely stole the spotlight on Day 1 of Eid with their perfectly coordinated yet contrasting looks. Saboor opted for pure, high-fashion royalty by draping herself in a breathtaking, vibrant crimson-red floor-length ensemble. Standing sharply beside her, Ali Ansari brought the ultimate touch of classic sophistication in a pristine white chikankari kurta and matching trousers.

Together, the duo provided a masterclass in how to combine bold modern solids with timeless Eastern tailoring for a truly unforgettable festive look.

Kubra Khan:

 

 

 

 

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The stunning Sinf-e-Aahan star, Kubra Khan, brought a breath of fresh air to Day 1 of Eid by leaning into a soft, dreamlike daytime aesthetic. Posing against a beautiful outdoor woodland backdrop, she looked effortlessly radiant in a pale pastel yellow ensemble.

She kept the styling perfectly coordinated by draping a matching sheer chiffon dupatta over her shoulders and accessorising with classic silver statement earrings and stacked bangles. Kubra effortlessly demonstrated how to master a soft, minimalist look for the festive season.

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Fresh off her standout appearance with Havi in his music video, breakout star Abeer Asad Khan brought an effortlessly nostalgic and traditional vibe to her festive look. Embracing a classic Eastern aesthetic, she wore a crisp, white cotton saree featuring a delicate, block-printed pink floral motif, giving off a beautifully earthy, old-school charm.

To elevate the vintage look, Abeer heavily accessorised with thick stacks of dark green glass bangles on both wrists and a pair of traditional silver jhumkas, channelling a perfect poetic daytime aesthetic.

Pakistani celebrities have set a stunning new benchmark for festive fashion. From regal sarees and bold, dramatic drapes to breezy cotton prints and soft pastels, this year’s wardrobe choices beautifully celebrated the perfect mix of modern style and deep-rooted tradition.

With the style bar set exceptionally high on day one, fashion enthusiasts everywhere are left feeling completely inspired and eagerly waiting to see what surprises the remaining days of Eid will bring.