Fashion is often subject to changes. The hemlines, collar lines, gathers especially in Indian wear are influenced by modern trends. The key term is the comfort factor whether it is sarees, frock style kameez or the tunic. The tunic style in salwar suits which was earlier teamed with leggings is now sported with lycra or pure cotton slacks.
The big advantage is that is cuts volume accentuating slender calves and ankle. Broad pipings in empire style and flowing short kurtis are ideal for plus size ladies too.
Salwar suits for daily wear can be casual in big prints with a contrast dupatta or a casual stole that gives the perfect effect. Buttons are still the small size as the ‘patti style’ borders and collar is still in vogue. Crisp cottons, casual mulmul scarves and teaming the same with minimal jewelry would be good for day wear. The salwar goes from flowery works, mirror edges as embellishment and yoke style thread work that can be replicated on the sleeve.
Formal salwar suits find celebrity styles in volume and drape effect. There are cowled styles with high waist tied as a bow in the side of the waist. The huge clasp in fluorescent shiny stones is another favorite for party wear. Broaches are in this season and there are also glittering styles in the same with alluring shapes.
For the affluent, diamond broaches bring more style to the garment. Influenced by the haute couture innovations, a simple tussar silk material can be utilized to create a unique ensemble. The salwar is now the churidar.
Anarkali churidars have not yet set a good bye and have come out with more kali effect that has intricate gathers in small prints. The jute yoke is not quite in but can be minimalised for enhancing the monotony of the print. Colors that rule are in rich pink, browns, rust, turquoise and leaf greens that hint at the winter colors. Winters are again a time to invest in ponchos and scarves that can be used as an odhni for causal and formal occasions.
Lucknowi prints can be recreated with narrow fittings, teamed with contrast slack styles without the stole. Accessories should befit the occasion. Fusion style includes the huge swatch on the right hand and long chandelier earrings, blue liner and natural shades in lipstick.