This is a traditional piece of garment that is very much in use in Central and Southern Asia. The suit which is widely called ‘Salwar Kameez’ by most women, is a beautifully crafted and designed women’s wear that brings out the delicate beauty of women. It is worn by both adult women and young girls. It consists of a long tunic, worn over a pair of pants. The whole ensemble along with a long scarf, called the dupatta, is known as Salwar Kameez.
The origin of ‘Salwar Suits’ is uncertain; some say it originated from the Mughal attires, while others say that it started off as a traditional dress of the women of Punjab. It gained immense popularity all around the nation due to its comfort and aesthetic factors.
Salwar Kameez nowadays is considered to be a traditional alternative to other conventional dresses, as it has touches of both traditional and modern elements. You can wear it to any event- be it an office party or a marriage or even a date night out. Carry it well and you are sure to be the star of the night.
This classic and evergreen piece of clothing exudes elegance and grace at its best. You can wear something as simple as a straight cut suit that you can wear for a cup of coffee or an intricately embellished Anarkali, apt for a royal wedding.
Available in a plethora of designs and color combinations to suit your mood and requirement, you should indeed have a few in your wardrobe that meets different weather conditions and occasions.
Below are a few interesting suit designs that you should definitely have in your wardrobe if you want to stay stylish and trendy forever.
1. Anarkali suit in georgette with multi-color resham and abla work- Anarkali suit is like a gown with a bit of traditional Indian touch. This special dress is for special occasions. You will find different embroidery work on these suits; buy one that you think suits you best. Team it with a pair of jutti or kolhapuri chappals. And your look is complete. For your hair, tie your hair in a braided ponytail.
2. Sharara suit in sequins with embroidered butti- A net embroidery sahara suit or a georgette sahara suit is all you need for a special function or celebration. It is glamorous and royal, and you will feel nothing less than a princess. For this look, you can either tie your hair to a low ponytail and put on a pair of heavy danglers or just let your hair open and add a kundan mang tikka on your forehead.
3. Straight cut palazzo suit- Palazzo is a wide-legged pant for women that are best for summers. It is summer friendly and super-comfy. You will find it both in plain and fancy designs. You can have a straight cut palazzo suit for office purposes and a fancy one for festivals and events.
4. Pakistani suit- Most of you have heard about the Pakistani suit. These suits come in vibrant colors and embellished work, embroidered with zari and silk threads and crafted with mirrors and beads. Get one for a marriage function or festival to add color and shine to your look. To finish off the look, wear the latest gemstone stud earrings and some gloss on your lips… and voilà you are ready to roll.
5. Lucknowi chikankari suits- Chikankari is very much in demand these days. Be it a saree, salwar, kurti, lehenga etc. women love flaunting their chikankari outfits because they are extremely gorgeous and unique in design. No matter how plain your chikankari outfit is, you will still look pretty and chic. Accessorizing a chikankari outfit is easy because you can wear almost any type of jewellery. You can wear a pearl set, or polka neckpiece or even diamond earrings. Do not overdo your makeup, let your outfit do all the talking.