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Why Are Juttis Having a Gen-Z Fashion Glow-Up in 2026?

The jutti glow-up is real, and it is not slowing down. Gen Z is wearing handcrafted juttis with everything from denim to ethnic co-ords. Here is why this trend has become a full cultural movement.

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Gulbhahar

Published

21 Sept 2026

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5 min read

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Introduction

If you have been keeping tabs on fashion reels in India recently, you already know how this is going down. Juttis are everywhere – not only at weddings and Navratri nights. On jeans ensembles, flowy dresses, co-ords, and everyday ethnic wear. Gen Z took it upon themselves that juttis are more than just the traditional footwear and in 2026, that decision has blossomed into a true cultural moment. The Gulbhahar Jutti Collection finds itself in the middle of that.

Why did Juttis become a Gen Z thing?

Several factors converged at just the right time. The young generation was turning their back on fast fashion and embracing something that feels more organic and artisanal. Juttis were handcrafted, they took days to be made, and they featured craftsmanship that had a history of centuries. This is precisely what Gen Z found in contradiction to the mass-manufactured shoes. Additionally, content creators started styling juttis with non-ethnic clothes. The contrast of an uncomplicated Western outfit and an elaborately crafted jutti worked wonders on camera and comments and saves increased accordingly.

So What is Jutti Glow-Up Like?

Like this. Juttis turning up under wide-leg jeans in a GRWM reel. Crystal tassel juttis worn to a cafe in the afternoon. Maroon mirror juttis paired with white ethnic co-ord at wedding sangeet. Floral juttis bringing that extra touch to a pastel kurta at a family function. Juttis are no more reserved for a special event once a year. Juttis are now getting worn the same way Gen Z wears all other stuff - deliberately and repeatedly.

The Maroon Mirror Juttis that Start Conversations

The most glow-up worthy juttis are the ones which have something in them that can get captured by the camera before you even focus on them. This is what Maroon Mirror Bridal Juttis have. Made from cocoa brown moga silk, the front features copper cutdana, golden zari, and varied types of mirrors in an artistic and handmade pattern. Crystal bead hanging tassels feature in the back. The tassels are the highlight. They shine brightly in videos by catching all the lights around in the room in a sparkling shimmer. They look fabulous with emerald green and crimson red outfits.

Blue Tassel Jutti for the Everyday Glow-Up

A glow-up doesn't always have to be something grand like a wedding jutti. Sometimes all it requires is a striking color along with an eye-catching tassel. That's exactly what the Blue Ethnic Tassel Jutti is all about. From the sky blue base to the metallic thread work, there's sequin, drop pearl detailing, and cutdana work throughout the design. Tassels made from metallic beads along with small mirrors drape the toe and swing gracefully while walking. This is the very jutti which the Gen Z influencers wear with their white linen ensembles, flowy dresses, and printed co-ords.

The Ivory Jutti Which Complements Absolutely Everything

The most versatile jutti in a glowing-up closet is the one that’s beautifully done in an ivory or white shade. It can complement any ethnic outfit irrespective of their color. It complements Western wear in white, cream, and neutral colors. It also makes its presence felt at formal events and doesn’t look out of place in the slightest. This is the Ivory Bridal Jutti, which is the exact description of all of the above. With its pure white base comes embellishments such as silver dabka, sugar beads, and pearls. This jutti can photograph beautifully with absolutely no color clash.

Ivory Pink Punjabi Jutti for the Soft Girl Glow-Up

Soft girl desi fashion is one of the largest ethnic fashion trends taking place at present, and juttis form an integral part of it. The Ivory Pink Punjabi Jutti finds its perfect place here. While the base color of this jutti is ivory, it features rani pink in appliqué style along with mirror work, white resham thread embroidery, cutdana work, and small pearl work. This jutti combines two colors that give an elegant touch of warmth and femininity to any outfit that does not require too much attention.

The Floral Jutti for Optimal Camera Footage

In case you need a jutti which can look great on camera irrespective of outfit types, the best pick will be the multicoloured floral base. The Floral Punjabi Jutti has been made keeping this point in mind. Its ivory nylon silk base comes with a densely packed floral pattern with flowers in deep red, navy sequins to depict bunches of grapes and green threads for leaves. Silver kundan and transparent drop crystals bring sparkle to its surface. Cutdana and transparent beads follow the outlines of its design. This particular jutti manages to grab attention from all angles – whether it’s in the flat lay picture, outfit image or reel footage. It is among the most bookmarked jutti designs of Indian fashion content today.

No Glow-Up Going Nowhere

Juttis in 2026 are not experiencing a passing fad; they are having a movement. Generation Z is convinced that Indian footwear does not belong to the category of heritage items to be discarded but rather serves as cultural heritage to flaunt. The craftsmanship, visual richness, ability to blend with various outfits, and performance on camera have resulted in something more than a mere trend. The Gulbhahar Jutti Collection offers a full palette of hand-crafted items for anyone from first-time wearer to someone purchasing their fifth jutti.


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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can Gen Z pair juttis with Western clothes?

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Yes, and they do it all the time. Pairing juttis with jeans, dresses, linen sets and co-ords is very popular right now in Indian fashion content. There is something very appealing about pairing a minimalistic western outfit with an elaborately embroidered jutti.

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What jutti should one choose for their everyday Gen Z fashion?

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If one wants to make a bold statement with juttis for everyday wear, they can choose either a jutti with multicoloured floral embroidery on a neutral base or a colourful tassel jutti. Both will add uniqueness to the outfit regardless of any colour scheme.

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Are Gulbhaharjuttis good for camera and reels?

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Yes, because our handcrafted juttis come with details like mirror embroidery, bead embroidery and thread details that create layers when shot from different angles.

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Gulbhahar

21 Sept 2026

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