Showing posts with label womens wear. Show all posts
Showing posts with label womens wear. Show all posts

Monday 7 November 2016

3 Most Common Ethnic Garments Worn By Indian Women

For Indian women ethnic wear is a way of life. Most Indian women wear ethnic wear on an everyday basis, whether it is a casual saree or a designer cotton kurti. These everyday items of ethnic clothing find favor for a number of reasons however the major selling point for these garments are their aesthetic appeal that exclusively caters to the Indian tastes. Having made that point, it is important to also point out that the demand for these ethnic ensembles are widespread and extends to neighboring countries like Pakistan and Bangladesh to The major components of ethnic garments are the silhouette that is truly unique, indigenous and exquisite fabrics and embroidery and embellishment. The common embroidery methods used to accentuate these outfits are zari, zardosi and resham embroidery techniques. Read further to know more about these essential everyday ethnic wear garments for women and how to effectively style these casual garments.

Designer Cotton Kurtis

Designer Cotton Kurtis


Designer cotton kurtis make for great everyday wear. These easy to wear, summer friendly kurtis can easily be worn to work, college or even casual outings. Designer cotton kurtis are truly versatile as they can be worn with a wide range of bottoms. For a slim look, one can pair up the kurti with a churidar bottoms or leggings. For an ultra feminine look, try pairing up your cotton kurti with a peasant skirt or go full on Boho-Chic by teaming up a floral pattern kurti with a great pair of palazzo bottoms. Another advantage of having these cotton tunics is that they come in a wide range of designs, prints and are embroidered or embellished hence one could stock up their closet with more than a few of these tunics and yet create a unique look every day.

Casual Salwar Suits
Casual Salwar Suits

Casual salwar suits are a great example of ethnic garments that work well for everyday wear. These easy to wear garments are commonly worn by Indian women to school, college or work and are equally popular in countries like Pakistan and Bangladesh. The primary reason for the widespread popularity of the salwar kameez is the aesthetic appeal of this garment that obviously suits the tastes of the wearers in the countries this ensemble is worn in. Another reason why this garment is popular for everyday wear is that the garment comes in a wide range of easy to wear light weight fabrics and is often beautified with multi colors prints and embroidery in multi-color threads with an emphasis on gold and silver thread works.

Casual Wear Sarees
Casual Wear Sarees


Casual wear sarees in fabrics like georgette, crepe and cotton are popular garments for everyday wear. Many women in many parts of India wear nothing but the saree when leaving the house for such women casual wear sarees are truly a boon. These sarees are generally light weight and easy to drape with minimum embroidery and embellishment which often makes a garment weighty. These sarees come in bright vibrant colors and are printed with varied designs and motifs for aesthetic appeal.

Monday 31 October 2016

Top Wedding Wear Looks for Indian Women

The unofficial Indian wedding season that commences in early November and goes right on until March of the following year. This season is marked by vibrant celebrations and equally vibrant ethnic fashion. Indian ethnic wedding wear truly stands apart from the usual ethnic wear and is distinguishable by the generous dose of desi bling and swag in the form of exquisite embroidery and embellishments, elaborate silhouettes and vibrant colors. Weddings are definitely special occasions when women go the extra mile to look their best which is why it is only fair that we discuss some of the trending ethic wedding wear looks for upcoming wedding season, this includes the vibrant neon designer lehenga choli look, heavy embroidered kurtis paired with palazzo trousers for a Boho-chic look and the elegant designer saree look. Bear in mind that these simple tips are for female guests at a wedding. Read further to know more.

Shocking Neon

Neon Ethnic Wear
If you are young and experimental than neon shade ethnic wear is the sure path to fashion indulgence. The trend of shocking neon shade ensembles like designer lehenga choli and sarees are big right now and will find many takers amongst younger female attendees at weddings. 

Royal Velvet

Velvet Sarees
Winter is that time of the year when we can wear certain heavier fabrics and get away with it hence it is hardly surprising that velvet will make a huge comeback during the upcoming winter wedding season. Velvet designer lehenga cholis are sure to find much favor during the upcoming wedding season.  

Ombre Shades

Ombre Shade Sarees
Ombre shades are definitely the in thing right now so it is no surprise that ombre shade designer sarees and designer lehenga choli will find a fan base amongst attendees at weddings. Vibrant ombre shades is sure to rule.



Wednesday 26 October 2016

Best Designer Anarkali Suits for Festive Parties

October is here and as we move towards the end of 2016 many of us will be actively socializing and our calendar is probably already marked for yearend festive events. A few days from now, most Indians will be celebrating Diwali and then we move on to Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. With so many upcoming events on the calendar it is only natural that fashion will be a priority for most of us and for Indian women Indian ethnic wear will almost always top the list of fashionable essentials and the current preference designer Anarkali suits  will sure find favor during the upcoming festive season. Read further to know more.

Neon Shade Anarkali Suits

Neon Shade Anarkali Suits
Neon shades are big in 2016 and the allure of these shades is that they are now being applied to ethnic wear which is almost like retro reference to the 80’s when neon western wear for women was a big trend. Neon shade lehengas and designer anarkali suits will find much favor during the upcoming festive season however one must be aware that this is a passing trend and it’s only worth indulging in if you like to dabble in momentary trends along with collecting classically stylish ethnic wear.

Floral Prints
Floral Prints


Floral prints on ethnic wear for both men and women have been big this year and this preference will be carried over till next year which pretty much sets the tone for year end festive wear and we will be seeing a lot of designer anarkali suits resplendent with bold floral prints.

Tulle
Tulle


Designeranarkali suits with tulle layering below the waist will be big at festive parties as it has been for most of 2016 and this is not much of a surprise as tulle is the ultimate feminine fabric.




Wednesday 28 September 2016

Top Picks of Ethnic Wear for Women Online

For Indian women ethnic wear is an integral part of their everyday lives. Most Indian women wear ethnic wear on an everyday basis, whether it is a casual saree or a designer cotton kurti. These everyday items of ethnic clothing find favor for a number of reasons however the major selling point for these garments are their aesthetic appeal that exclusively caters to the Indian tastes. Having made that point, it is important to also point out that the demand for these ethnic ensembles are widespread and extends to neighboring countries like Pakistan and Bangladesh too. The major components of ethnic garments are the silhouette that is truly unique, indigenous and exquisite fabrics and embroidery and embellishment. The common embroidery methods used to accentuate these outfits are zari, zardosi and resham embroidery techniques. Read further to know more about these essential everyday ethnic wear garments for women and how to effectively style these casual garments.

Designer Cotton Kurtis

Designer Cotton Kurtis

Designer cotton kurtis make for great everyday wear. These easy to wear, summer friendly kurtis can easily be worn to work, college or even casual outings. Designer cotton kurtis are truly versatile as they can be worn with a wide range of bottoms. For a slim look, one can pair up the kurti with a churidar bottoms or leggings. For an ultra feminine look, try pairing up your cotton kurti with a peasant skirt or go full on Boho-Chic by teaming up a floral pattern kurti with a great pair of palazzo bottoms. Another advantage of having these cotton tunics is that they come in a wide range of designs, prints and are embroidered or embellished hence one could stock up their closet with more than a few of these tunics and yet create a unique look every day.

Casual Salwar Suits

Casual Salwar Suits

Casual salwar suits are a great example of ethnic garments that work well for everyday wear. These easy to wear garments are commonly worn by Indian women to school, college or work and are equally popular in countries like Pakistan and Bangladesh. The primary reason for the widespread popularity of the salwar kameez is the aesthetic appeal of this garment that obviously suits the tastes of the wearers in the countries this ensemble is worn in. Another reason why this garment is popular for everyday wear is that the garment comes in a wide range of easy to wear light weight fabrics and is often beautified with multi colors prints and embroidery in multi-color threads with an emphasis on gold and silver threadworks.

Casual Wear Sarees

Casual Wear Sarees

Casual wear sarees in fabrics like georgette, crepe and cotton are popular garments for everyday wear. Many women in many parts of India wear nothing but the saree when leaving the house for such women casual wear sarees are truly a boon. These sarees are generally light weight and easy to drape with minimum embroidery and embellishment which often makes a garment weighty. These sarees come in bright vibrant colors and are printed with varied designs and motifs for aesthetic appeal.  



Wednesday 14 September 2016

Trendy Palazzo Styling Tips for Hipster Girls

The palazzo has made a huge fashion impression on the Asian market since late 2015 and this trend is working to the advantage of Indians girls in a big way as these trousers are very versatile and pair up well with ethnic tunics of various silhouettes. The palazzo has been around for a while however it is just in recent times that this silhouette has become synonymous with hipster trends and since Indian fashion has its own thriving hipster culture, it’s only natural that these trousers have found widespread acceptance here. Read further to catch up on trendy palazzo styling tips for hipster girls. 


Palazzo and Halter Neck Metallic Top for Party Wear
Palazzo and Halter Neck Metallic Top for Party Wear

If you are looking for the perfect hipster party wear ensemble, your sear ends here. The palazzo trousers and halter neck combination is perfect for the next party you need to attend. To make the perfect pairing work, wear a metallic halter neck top with satin high sheen, high waist palazzo pants.

Palazzo Pants with Crop Tops
Palazzo Pants with Crop Tops


The palazzo pants and crops tops combination is yet another look that you can rock as sophisticated day wear. Make this look work with single shade, fine fabric trousers and an ultra feminine crop top.

Palazzo and Vest Combination
Palazzo and Vest Combination
For a simple daytime casual look, nothing works as well as the palazzo and vest combination. This pairing works well when you wear a single shade vest preferably in a dark shade with a printed ethnic motif or floral print palazzo trousers.

Palazzo and Anarkali Tunic
Palazzo and Anarkali Tunic

Fortunately the palazzo has been largely adapted to meet desi tastes as in this trousers have been extensively embroidered and embellished to be effectively paired up with ethnic tunics such as the popular Anarkali silhouette. The Palazzo works perfectly with the gown like silhouette of the Anarkali on tall slender girls.  

Palazzo and Kurti
Palazzo and Kurti

The palazzo and kurti combination works perfectly well for both special occasions and casual wear. This pairing can go either wear; be it Boho-chic or desi glam. For special occasions, pair up an embroidered and embellished kurti with a single shade satin palazzo. For casual wear go for earthy shade printed kurtis and palazzos.  




Friday 3 June 2016

The Evolution of the Anarkali Suit into the Anarkali Gown Dress

Read about the evolution of the Anarkali suit in to the Anarkali gown dress; a contemporary ethnic trend that combines the gown silhouette with the ethnic and quintessentially Indian Anarkali.

Traditional Motif Pure Georgette Red Designer Gown

According to legend, Anarkali was a courtesan in the courts of King Akbar who made the fatal error of falling in love with the crown Prince Salim and was put to death as a form of retribution and as the last resort to counter an adamant Salim who was determined that Anarkali was bride to be. This is a legend mostly forgotten and rarely talked about as today when the word Anarkali is used, it is often a reference to the Anarkali suit which is garment that is said to have originated in the courts of Akbar and was preferred by the courtesans of those times. Today the Anarkali suit has come a long way from it’s scandalous and macabre legacy and is considered a popular form of ethnic wear in countries like India, Pakistan and Bangladesh. This garment is now a red carpet regular and has even evolved in to the modern Anarkali gown dress. Read further to know more.

    Yellow & Pink Color Long Gown

The Anarkali gown is a modern day interpretation of the Anarkali dress that first came to prominence when Aishwarya Rai wore an Anarkali gown dress at the 66th Cannes Film Festival. The Anarkali gown dress is different in the sense that the top is floor length and there is no churidar pants under. The silhouette of the dress remains the same.   
The Anarkali gown dress is popular at cocktail parties, social gatherings and festive events. This dress is popular as i9t is the perfect amalgamation of the western gown silhouette and Indian design sensibilities. The Anarkali gown dress is often accentuated with embroidery and embellishments to give it an ethnic aesthetic appeal. This dress is currently trending all over the country. 


Thursday 5 May 2016

The Much Sought After Designer Salwar Suits

In depths look in to the popularity of ethnic designer salwar suits for women.
Salwar Suit
Salwar Suit 


It’s difficult to tell what is more popular in India, the saree or the salwar suit. While large parts of India seemingly favor the saree, equally large parts of the country favor the salwar kameez. It’s important to note here though that in places that the saree has been traditionally favored, the salwar kameez is making in roads and vice versa. This article though is not about the saree versus salwar kameez but more about the popularity of the salwar kameez. The statements made above were to prove that all the debates as to which of the two garments; saree or salwar kameez is more popular, is basically a pointless debate. Read further to know more about the widespread popularity of designer salwar kameez suits and the different variations this garment is available in.

Variations of Salwar Kameez

Designer Salwar suits are available in a wide range of variations. The straight salwar suit, the Patiala salwar suit, the parallel salwar suit are just a few examples.  Each variation of the salwar kameez is a result of a number of factors. The Patiala salwar suit for example is of variation of the Salwar suit according to region as it gets its name from the Patiala region of Punjab and has spread and has gained fame in the rest of India. The straight salwar suit is a variation that came about with a need for trendy slim fit silhouette salwar suits according to contemporary style. While there is a market for contemporary style salwar suits, there is also a thriving market for traditional ethnic salwar suits. Popular designers in India insure that the salwar suit continues to thrive as a fashion forward garment in both traditional and contemporary avatars.

Popular Designers Known for their Designer Salwar Suits

Some of the popular Indian designers known to work exclusively with Indian ethnic wear and salwar suits in particular are Manish Malhotra, JJ Valaya, Satya Paul and Sabyasachi. These designers are known to create salwar suits that are sought after and favored by film stars and celebrities. Many of these designers even design costumes in Bollywood movies. Manish Malhotra is typically known for his bright and vibrant color palette while JJ Valaya is known for larger than life ethnic creations. Sabyasachi is popular for his rustic and purely traditional ethnic creations.

Fabrics

Designer salwar suits are made from a wide range of fabrics. Popular fabrics used to stitch salwar suits are georgette, linen, cotton and silk. Most designers prefer high sheen fabrics while designing ethnic wear. Georgette and silk are generally extremely popular. Many designers also prefer to work with indigenous fabrics like jute and linen. Crepe is also a popular option.

Embroidery and Embellishments

Most salwar kameez suits are embroidered and embellished for elevated appeal. The use of digital prints is also a common method used to beautify these garments. Crystal and stone work is also used to embellish various kinds of salwar suits. Embellishments and embroidery directly affect the value and demand for these garments.