Janmashtami is the most special day of the year for Laddu Gopal, and many devotees prepare new poshak and shringaar weeks in advance. This guide gives you a complete checklist, explains how to choose the right size, and suggests a simple order of dressing on the night.
Janmashtami shringaar checklist
- Poshak – a new dress in Thakur ji's size. Shop poshak.
- Mukut – a mor mukut or festive crown. Shop mukut.
- Morpankh or chandrika – the peacock-feather touch that defines Krishna's look. Morpankh · Chandrika.
- Bansi – the flute for his hand. Shop bansi.
- Haar or choker – a festive necklace; layer a choker with a longer haar for a richer look. Haar · Chokers.
- Earrings / makar kundal. Shop earrings.
- Bangles and payal. Bangles · Payal.
- Kamarband – optional, to finish the poshak. Shop kamarband.
Short on time? A complete Laddu Gopal set gives you matching pieces in one order.
Getting the size right
Laddu Gopal jewellery is sized by the idol's number (0 No, 1 No, 2 No and up). Check your idol's number, then compare the mukut diameter and choker neck size on each product with our Laddu Gopal size chart. If you are unsure, WhatsApp a photo of your idol next to a ruler to +91 62677 19149.
Plan your order early
Orders usually take 4–10 business days to arrive, and festival weeks are busy for couriers. Ordering two to three weeks before Janmashtami gives you time to check that everything fits before the day. Shipping is free on orders above ₹2,000 within India.
A simple order of dressing
- After abhishek, dry the idol completely.
- Dress Thakur ji in the poshak.
- Add chokers and haar, then bangles, payal and kamarband.
- Fix earrings, then the mukut, then the morpankh or chandrika.
- Finally place the bansi in his hand.
Keeping jewellery off during abhishek protects the polish – see our jewellery care guide.
Frequently asked questions
What jewellery does Laddu Gopal wear on Janmashtami?
Most devotees choose a new poshak with a mukut, morpankh or chandrika, bansi, haar or choker, earrings, bangles and payal. A complete Laddu Gopal set covers most of these in one order.
When should I order Janmashtami shringaar?
Order two to three weeks before Janmashtami. Delivery usually takes 4–10 business days and festival weeks are busy.
How do I know my Laddu Gopal's size?
Laddu Gopal idols are sized by number. Compare your idol with the Laddu Gopal size chart, or WhatsApp a photo to +91 62677 19149.