Shararas are traditional ethnic wear worn prominently by women living in India. This outfit essentially comprises of pleated loose pants that are worn with a chunni (which is somewhat like a stole) along with a kurti, which is a traditional Indian top. Sharara Skirts While the most popular style of a sharara suit comprises of…
Month: October 2016
Trending Tops, Kurtis & Tunics in India
A universally accepted item of women’s clothing, tops are fashionable throughout the year; there are a variety of styles, cuts and color palettes available to make it acceptable to wear them throughout the year. India inspired women’s tops are a cultural take on an item of clothing that is otherwise considered ‘Western’ in conception. Making…
Wedding Footwear - Classic Choices for Brides-to-be
Wedding footwear is an integral part of the wedding attire for any bride. Like the lehenga, the mang tikka, mangalsutra and other essential components, it is crucial for perfection to be achieved even in bridal footwear in India. Given the grand nature of the occasion itself, it is essential that every component of the attire…
Blouse and Petticoat: Make or Break the Look of Your Saree
No saree is complete without a blouse and petticoat. These are essential undergarments without which the saree simply cannot be worn. However, their function today goes much beyond simply providing the necessary underlying support for the saree drape. They are expected to be decorative as well. In recent years, the blouse has become an iconic…
Autumn Winter Looks:2016-17
Autumn Winter Looks For 2016-17 The East & West have met. Amalgams are so in. Western trends like Layering & Jackets are pepping up traditional Sarees & Lehengas. Western elements like Cigarette Pants & Dresses are marrying Indian silhouettes & ethnic embroidery. Let’s take a ‘glocal’ tour, shall we? Layering & Jackets Layers get…