Indo-Western Trends in Salwar Kameez

Westernization is at its, zenith touching all aspects of the Indian way of life. So why should the humble Indian Salwar Kameez be left behind which is donned on by a majority of the females in India, from the mustard fields of Chandigarh to the desert region of Rajasthan.

And if you thought this indo-western trend in salwar won't go down well with Indian women then look around you. The first mark of this indo-western trend in salwar kameez is the absence of the dupatta or the scarf, which is worn and carried differently by different women. If it has not totally disappeared, then it has lost considerable length in terms of meters. As per the Indian Salwar trends of yester-years, the dupatta was an inescapable part of any salwar kameez ensemble.

It still is considered vital by a certain section and can't be hailed as the only way of adapting to the Indo-western trends in Salwar Kameez. Sleeveless tunics, strap and spaghetti sleeved tunics worn over traditional Indian Pajamas and carried with a dupatta have been around for a decade now and are still in vogue, only that now they are worn over slacks or what most people call 'legging', which Wikipedia defines as "fitted, long tapering garments to cover the legs".

Indian Standards once considered these leggings immodest but thanks to the Western Salwar Kameez trends, they have become the most sought after piece of clothing in India. Everyone, from a teenage girl to a homemaker to a female corporate executive is considering leggings as a comfortable option to couple up with the kurta or the kurti.

Interestingly, though many of us are familiar with the Indian Salwar Kameez Trends, we are often found to be at a loss when it comes to differentiating between the two i.e. the kurta and the kurti. Well, the only difference is that the kurti is shorter and at present reaches just below the hip. And Yes! You guessed it right. It is another mark of Indo-Western trends in salwar.

One could see the impact of western trend in salwar kameez with empire-neck tunics and tunics with a centre yoke, worn over pajamas or leggings, making a foray into the Indian Market and take it virtually by storm. This western trend in salwar kameez shouldn't come as a surprise, after all the foreigners are known to have been enchanted with vibrant colors, for which Indians have a fetish, since ages. They have modified the Indian Clothing to suit themselves - they made a tunic, which was a mix of Lycra and cotton that gave the quintessential feminine look that every female aspires for.

The Indians picked up these western trends and combined it with their age old ones, thus giving rise to the indo-western trends in salwar kameez, which is here to stay for at least two to three years, thanks to the flexibility it has provided the Indian Woman in terms of design, cut, color and fabric.

Ankit Jain has been involved with the fashion industry for a long time. He plunged into active work researching new trends and concepts in fashion right after completing his education in the same.

Latest Trends in Salwar Kameez

From time to time new styles and names were introduced in the Indian salwar kameez market. Traditional Churidar salwar is very popular and famous amongst the Indian and Pakistani community. They are all-occasions outfit. They are formal, informal, can be worn in weddings, business functions, parties, etc everywhere. Traditional Kurta is generally long with full sleeves, half sleeves or sleeveless and is mostly up to knee length and can be more than this also. As the creation took place in modern era, the meaning, style and shape of Kurta or Kameez has changed. Short Kameez, Kurti upto hips, are popular these days.

Salwar kameez has undergone various changes in its shape and designs over the years. The various types of Salwar Suit are:

Salwar Kurta/Punjabi Suit

Churidar Kurta

Parallel Salwar Suit

Patiala Salwar Suit

Pakistani/Paithani Salwar

Sharara Salwar Kamez

Custom or Tailored Salwar

Indo-Western Salwar

Crepe Salwar Kameez

Bandhej/Bandhani Salwar

Chikan Salwar Kameez

Hand Embroidered Salwar Kameez

Afghani Suit - Now a days Afghani salwar kameez are in latest trends people usually wear it to look trendy and stylish.The salwars are very loose, featuring a many pleated look. The salwar is often embroidered along the leg or ankle. The kameez is shorter than a traditional suit, ranging from mid-thigh to above the knee. This suit can be sleeveless.

Kurti or Kurta Kameez - Kurti and Kurta are words used to often describe a shorter tunic style shirt. These terms are often used to describe the Parallel Suit.

Casual Kameez - Casual salwar kameez are those that you can choose as your casual wearing. These comes in different styles. Styles keep changing with trends. Casual salwar are perfect for daily wear, office wear etc. You can easily include printed suits for that casual wardrobe. Recently big bottoms were in fashion and now short kurtas are back in vogue. So you choose any of the styles and trends that are in vogue today accordingly.

Bandhej Salwarsuit - World famous hand made Jodhpur bandhej kameez made from highly rich Cotton/silk/chiffon/chinnon fabric with classic jerdoje/embrodiary/aari-tari work in different fast colours as per coustmers specifications and requirements.

Sharara Salwar Suit - Sharara salwar is wide legs pant, look like full skirts with draw string waist. The pants are fitted till the knee, with a big flare from the knee onwards or a kind of loose, trailing paijama worn by women. In short, a sharara is a loose flowing gown divided in between.

Churidar - The basic difference between salwar and a churidar is that salwar is a loose pajama-like trousers while the churidar is a tight-fitting trouser which gathers at the ankles. What is special about them is that they are longer than the legs.

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Latest Fashion Trends In Indian Sarees, Salwar Kameez, Lehengas And Kurti

One of the great results of the Bollywood movies has been the introduction of the fabulous clothing worn in India and Asia to the rest of the world and especially the United States. The beautiful clothes that are worn seem to move like liquid around the bodies of stunning dancers, actors and actresses. The colors are alive and seem to tell their own story as they provide the essence of femininity to the women and masculine grace to the men. Many American movies are being made using elements of the traditional clothing worn in India and, if you are considering creating a fabulous, colorful wedding or special event, it will be helpful to know what type of clothing to look for.

Beginning with the Kurti, this lightweight tunic top is a great addition when worn with black trousers, jeans, or capri pants. The tunic is very comfortable and accents the body while giving you ease of movement. They are made from many different fabrics, but share the common love of unique embroidery and color that other Indian garb has. It is easy to find a Kurti for a special occasion or to get one that is great for everyday wear.

The Salwar Kameez is also known as the Shalwar Kameez and the Shalwar Qameez. It is traditionally worn in Afghanistan, Pakistan and Northern India, and is the national dress of Pakistan. It is often worn to complement a sari, the traditional dress of India. The Salwar, or pants, are loose fitting and wide at the top then narrow at the bottom, normally fitting snugly at the ankle.

The Kameez is a tunic length shirt that can hit at the mid-thigh or close to the top of the knee. The side seams are open below the waist. Many bridge have designer salwar kameez made for their young bridesmaids with intricate designs and embroidery that matches the wedding sarees. There are four types of Lehengas that are worn for different occasions.

The most famous is the Lehenga/Ghagra Choli with its beautiful glittering mirror work, colorful fabrics and delicate intricate bead, stone and embroidery work. The bridal Lehenga is normally designed from silk, satin brocade, georgette or other delicate fabrics that give the bride a mythical beauty that is long remembered. There are three parts to the Lehengas. The Ghagra/Lehenga is an ankle length pleated skirt that flows and flares around the wearer.

The Choli, or blouse, fits snuggly and accentuates the femininity of the wearer with elaborate mirror work, patch work and a bare back and midriff. Lastly is the Odhi, Chunni or Dupatta which is also worn with the Salwar Kameez. These are often designed with such intricate detail and beauty that they are the choice for one of the bridal sarees. They are also the most favoured dress at national and international pageants because they bring out the true feminism of the wearer.

The Chaniya Choli or Ghagra Choli are very popular wedding sarees in the West and North of India. Normally designed from raw silk or brocade for weddings and formal occasions, this dresses have a pleated skirt that is ankle length and are embroidered to create dimension in the fabric.

The Sharara is relatively new and is a traditionally Muslim garment that shows the Persian influence. The wide leg pants are fitted to the knee, then flair. They create a loose flowing gown that is perfect for weddings or parties. The Lachcha is another beautiful dress that is looser and gives the wearer added comfort when they are dancing or doing a lot of walking. When you are choosing sarees for weddings or other special occasions, visiting an individual who is knowledgeable about the different styles, designs and what they mean will be very helpful.

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