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

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

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 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.

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5 Indo-Western Styling Tips for Men

Men’s casual wear trends have been seeing a greater emphasis on indo-western and fusion elements. This allows men greater room to experiment with every day casual wear which was until recently largely limited to the monotony of jeans and t-shirts with the proverbial sneakers. Now men can experiment with a wider range of styles and silhouettes even as the step out of the house for casual purposes like a trip to the mall or even a movie date. Read further to go through our list of top 5 indo-western casual styling tips for men.

Try Mojris with Your Jeans

Tired of wearing sneakers on an everyday basis? Then you can definitely try the mojris and jeans combination. Mojris by definition are closed toes embroidered ethnic shoes that are popular amongst both Indian men and women. Men have traditionally worn mojris with kurta pyjama and sherwani ensembles however the kurta, jeans and mojris combination is trend worth trying out.

Kurta with Chinos

Looking for casual yet trendy ensemble for the next movie date you go to? Try the kurta with chinos combination that is both casual and trendy. You can choose from a wide range of casual kurtas online or at store near you to explore this trend. This trend work best when you pair vibrant colored casual kurtas with white or beige chinos.

Add Jodhpur Trousers to Your Wardrobe

A great pair of Jodhpur trousers can do a lot for your closets and it can easily be adapted and styled to make for great casual wear. Pair it up with a casual kurta or wear it with an oversized casual flannel shirt and boots.

Add Nehru Jackets to Your Closet

The Nehrujacket makes for great casual wear and can be easily styled with denims and a tee for your next movie date or a trip to the mall.

Add Bandhgala Jackets to Your Closet

A great casual bandhgala jacket is a great addition to any mans wardrobe for Friday casuals at work and dinner dates.  

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Men’s Casual Wear Must Haves for Every Indian Man

Casual wear is a big part of any man’s closet. Most men are relaxed and laid back by nature and when a hard day’s work is done, most men want to relax in a casual pair of shorts, casual trousers, denims, kurta pyjamas and tees which is why casual wear is an important part of any man’s wardrobe.  Fortunately there are many different options for comfortable men’s casual clothing that are both summer and winter friendly and are also trending in a big way right now. Read further to know more about comfortable and trendy clothing such as Nehru jackets, men’s joggers, kurta pyjama ensembles, trendy denims and comfortable tees.

Nehru Jackets for Men’s Casual Wear

The Nehru jacket for men makes for great casual wear. Trendy and super sophisticated the Nehru jacket is still very casual by nature when stitched with the apt fabrics like linen and Khadi. The Nehru jacket for men is also quite versatile as it can be worn with many men’s clothing such as tees, denims, casual shirts and casual trousers. It can also be worn with the kurta pyjama for dapper casual ethnic look.

Kurta Pyjama

Nothing can compare to the kurta pyjama for casual wear. Comfortable and easy to wear, the kurta pyjama ensemble can make a man look laid back and sophisticated at the same time. For casual wear the cotton kurta pyjama is your best option. Cotton is by far the most preferred fabric in countries like India, Pakistan and Bangladesh where the kurta pyjama is genrally worn as this fabric provides comfort and relief in the warm and humid tropical climatic conditions these countries experience. 

Denims for Men

A great pair of denims is a casual wear must have in any mans closet. Denims work well with tees and casual shirts allowing you to mix and match a wide range of uppers in your wardrobe with these trendy bottoms. Keeping in mind cuurent trends, its best to stick to slim fit silhouettes. Always purchase denims from reliable brand names.

Men’s Joggers for Casual Wear

Men’s joggers are great option for men’s casual wear. Comfortable and sporty, these bottoms offer comfort and greater mobility. Joggers are available in a wide range of which makes them great for wear all throughout the year. These bottoms work well with tees, jackets, hoodies and sneakers. One can easily buy joggers online or at a store near you.

Color Block Tees

Color block tees are a great way to add some color to your wardrobe. Under normal circumstances, one wouldn’t want to wear conspicuous colors like yellow, red or green as these colors are not considered masculine however color blocking allows men to experiment with a wide range of colors without going full on OTT. Color block tees are easily available at a store near you or one can easily purchase them online. These tees come in a wide range of fabrics making them viable for wear, all year round.

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Top 4 Designer Sherwani for Eid Celebrations

The sherwani is the most commonly worn festive garment amongst Indian men apart from the kurta pyjama. The sherwani is specially favored as a festive garment for Eid celebrations. This special garment is highly favored amongst male followers of Islam in countries like India Pakistan and Bangladesh. The Sherwani is a very versatile garment in the sense that it can subtle yet elegant or grandiose and regal depending on fabric, embroidery and embellishments. The Popularity of sherwanis as garment for festive wear inspires and encourages Indian designers to creatively and artistically interpret this dapper silhouette. Listed below is some of India’ top designers that specialize in festive wear sherwanis for Eid.

Manish Malhotra Sherwani for Eid

Manish Malhotra is one of the top designers in the country and his line of sherwanis make for perfect garments for Eid celebrations. Manish Malhotra’s classic collection of sherwanis is bound to feature exquisite embroidery and embellishments in with an emphasis on metallic tones. Celebrate in Eid in style with a Manish Malhotra sherwani for men.

Sabyasachi Mukherjee Sherwanis for Festive Wear

 Sabyasachi Mukherjee is one of India’s most well known designers whose work is exclusively ethnic based. Sabyasachi’s line of ethnic wear features the best of embroidery and embellishment methods that gives each garments a sense of grandeur that is truly unmatched.

Rohit Bal Sherwanis for Festive Wear

If you are looking for an elegant cream sherwani with minimal and delicate embroidery, this Rohit Bal sherwani is the pick for you. Subtle yet stunning, this sherwani is perfect for Eid morning wear.

Raghavendra Rathore Sherwani

Raghavendra Rathore is for sure the king of subtle, elegant and dapper. While the embroidery and embellishments is at a minimum, Raghavendra Rathore’s silhouettes do the talking. This sherwani is perfect for men on the joyous occasion of Eid.

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Shopping and Styling Essential 2016; Nehru Jacket for Men

Every year brings about the requirement to update our closets and this fact is true for the contemporary man as much as it has always been for women. Shopping however is not an easy task any more as there are so many trends to follow and every few months a garment is trending while another is not. Yes we do miss the times when casual wear meant a round neck t-shirt and denims while formal wear meant shirts, trousers, a tie and dress shoes and there was not much expected out of men in terms of fashion. While we miss the good old days, there is no reason why we shouldn’t welcome today’s trends especially in countries like India, Pakistan and Bangladesh which are seeing a resurgence of ethnic fashion and heavily experimenting with fusion fashion. One garment of ethnic wear that makes for great traditional and fusion fashion is the Nehru jacket. These jackets come in a wide range of fabrics and are easily paired up with western formals, western casuals and even the traditional kurta pyjama. It is this versatile quality of the Nehru Jacket that makes it an essential item in any man’s closet. Keeping these points in mind, let’s take a look at the Nehru jacket trends for twenty sixteen and in turn get a crystal clear idea of what to shop for in terms of Nehru jackets. Read further to know more.  

Buy Nehru Jackets Online or at a Store to Add to Your Closet

Ethnic wear Styling with Nehru Jackets for Weddings and Festivals

Nehru Jackets make for great statement piece garments and look dapper in their authentic ethnic form. For that complete ethnic look that is so sought after during the festive season, pair up a Nehru Jacket in vibrant shade with delicate embroidered floral patterns with a contrasting yet vibrant kurta, white churidar pants and mojris. One can easily buy a Nehru jacket online or a store near you. For a complete desi look with Nehru jacket opt for a high sheen kurta and pair it up with a high sheen fabric Nehru jacket. Silk jackets work best in this case.

Formal Wear with Bandhgala Blazers for Social Gatherings and Cultural Programs

The full sleeved version of the Nehru jacket which is also popularly known bandhgala blazers make for great formal wear. I neatly tailored Bandhgala blazer can be paired up with a Mandarin collar shirt, crisp slim fit trousers and pointed toe dress shoes for formal occasions. Don’t forget a pocket square to complete this look. 

 Casual Wear with Nehru Jackets for Every Day Wear

NehruJackets make for great casual wear garments for daily wear. Buy a Nehru Jacket online or at a store and opt for jackets in casual wear fabrics like linen, cotton and corduroy. Pair these jackets up with a casual shirt, denims and casual shoes and look perfect for aday out with friends a trip to the mall, a movie date or a dinner date. 

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Black is the Color of Timeless Fashion

The color black has for long been associated with darkness and a sense of foreboding and yet has always captured the imagination of the fashion fraternity around the world. Bold and daring, classic and sophisticated, even vibrant and traditional, according to the garment black can be associated with so many adjectives. Take for example traditional gold and silver thread work black Anarkali suits, a bold and daring little black dress, a sensual black sari or a classic and sophisticated black pant suit. Keeping all these examples in mind, there is no questions as to why the color black is so integral to women’s fashion. Let’s explore further in to the iconic and timeless appeal of the color black in terms of women’s fashion. Listed below are some classic examples of statement piece garments in the color black that will never cease to be in style.

Little Black Dress

The little black dress is one of the iconic fashion images of our times and pretty much of all times. Popularly abbreviated to LBD, the little black dress is the most popular form of party wear  for women, the world over. The LBD is truly representative of the importance of the color black in the world of fashion. 

Black Anarkali Suits

There is a popular fashion fundamental that dictates that when in doubt it’s best to wear black. This is especially true for the Indian ethnic black anarkali suit. Black Anarkali suits when accentuated with gold and silver threadworks is a difficult sartorial choice to beat. This ensemble is truly apt for any special occasion whether it is social function, wedding reception or a festive party. It is simply hard to beat the visuals of a dazzling gold and black Anarkali suit.

Black Saree

The Black saree is also another iconic garment that is hard to beat. There are so many stunning visuals that come to mind when thinking of women looking gorgeous in black sarees and most of those images are those from Bollywood movies. So many iconic stars of yesteryears and contemporary Bollywood actresses have sizzled on screen in a black saree that it is impossible to single out just one image. The picture above of Kareena Kapoor in a bold black saree from the movie Heroine is simply just a random selection from multiple such iconic images. 

Black Pantsuit

For the working woman, nothing beats a black pant suit. Sophisticated and sleek, it is difficult to substitute a black pant suit for women in the corporate work space. Power meetings, business lunches, or even power naps at your desk, do it in style in a black pantsuit.

Black Gown

 Nothing can beat a black gown at a cocktail party. This garment is so popular the world over and the sheer amount of variations of this garment is staggering. The black gown has long been a favorite at high society parties and evening soirees. There is simply no beating a sleek  and figure hugging black gown.

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