Clothing trends
Traditional meets contemporary
For the modern woman, festive wear
is all about striking a balance between
traditional and modern attire. Switch
conventional sari blouses for corset
tops, lace tanks, and feminine button-
downs. Long, flowing skirts in jewel-
toned silk or a traditional print can
double up as charming
lehengas
with
the simple addition of a dupatta.
Traditional weaves needn’t be restricted
to Indian wear. Brocade trousers paired
with a matching blazer are an ultra-
modern option for festive parties. A
jacquard angrakha-jacket would go well
with jeans or trousers and a piece of
statement jewellery for a more casual
gathering. Woven cholis with voluminous
gathered or jersey skirts are great for
sunny outdoor events. The best part: you
make the rules.
A riot of colour
Swap single-toned ensembles for one
with a variety of colours. Match pastel
separates together for delicate femininity,
or go for multi-hued jewel tones that’ll
exude a carefree bohemian vibe. Cool
pastels like powder blue, mint green,
and lavender are great colours for those
who love understated style. And for those
who prefer to make bolder choices, berry
tones, peacock blue, and rust are among
the best choices for the season.
Once considered inappropriate for
important occasions, black is gaining
popularity as an option for festive season
gatherings. And there’s an abundance
of choices too, from lace saris to
embellished kurtas and embroidered
tunics. With its strong contemporary aura,
black pairs especially well with statement
gold and silver jewellery.
Hands-free styles
Lightweight, easy-to-handle fabrics and
silhouettes are top priority for multi-
taskers. Whether you’re hosting an event
at home or party-hopping, fabrics like
Benarasi silks,
chanderi
cotton, and net
make the most sense. With a variety
of weaves, prints, and embellishment
details like
gota patti
,
zardozi
and
mirrorwork, there’s plenty of options to
choose from.
Angrakhas,
shararas
,
anarkali
suits, and
fusion-style pre-draped sari gowns like
those by designer Anamika Khanna need
no adjustments once worn, and won’t
restrict your movement. Another popular
option is the cape-
choli
or cape-
dupatta
that cascades down the shoulders in a
sheer layer. It’s also great for that added
bit of coziness on chilly winter evenings.
(Facing
page)
Fusion
lehenga
set.
By Vedika M
(Left)
Indo-
bohemian
sharara
set.
By Sukriti &
Aakriti
(Below)
Pre-stitched
sari. By
Mishru
