India Fashion Trends (3)

Designed keeping in mind the Indianness, and feminine charm, the salwaar kameez is a national option available in a plethora of options. Creativity of the fashion designers has given this apparel a global platform. Celebrities are seen wearing this outfit on special occasions. With Indias traditional getting global every single day, the costume also receives special focus in ramp shows; globally. To further intensify the glory of this costume, designers are putting lots of efforts in making variety of patterns. Salwaar suits with embroidery, matching dupatta, patch work, bead work, and pretty laces give an appealing look to the wearer. With a right mixture of tradition, ethnicity, and fashion, this apparel is preferred by many women all across the globe.

Traditional outfits of a country take one close to its cultural roots, and reminds of the glorious past of its ancestors. Traditional clothing of India has come into prominence, and the contemporary fashion world has aped the style and design of the bygone eras.

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India Fashion Trends (2)

Ethnic Indian Costumes Meet Contemporary Fashion Trends

Traditional Dhotis take a Modern Twist:

Dhotis are traditional Indian wear that was popular among rural men. During the span of time, this outfit has become popular among metro sexual men also. Mahatma Gandhi wore a simple dhoti when he went to attend the round table conference in London, and did not fail to make the required impression to the rest of the world. Such is the grace and glory of this costume.

Traditional dhotis have taken modern forms with beautiful blending of hues, and specially designed taking utmost care of the male persona and novel color innovations. Generally dhotis are considered as a difficult to wear outfit due to its draping nature. But now, they are now available in ready to wear patterns and can we worn with a kurti just like a pajamas.

Heavily embroidered with keri, flower, and leaves designs, these dhotis are available in multiple color shades. To augment its modern look, the costume is embellished with sequins, stones, beads, and thread works of contrasting shades. Supplemented by matching turban, stole, and juti (shoes) this traditional attire makes a perfect costume for the groom making him equally attractive as his fully decorated bride.

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Fall Winter 2010

Time for F/W 2009 – 2010 shopping!

As people say, get the things you may need ready in good time, time you checked out the hottest looks for this coming fashion season.

Experts say this coming fall and winter will be all about strong silhouettes and sophisticated glamour. Decadent features are present in many F/W 2009-10 key looks and reflect the current economic situation.

However, 80s disco style and bold looks will anyway find their own place in your wardrobe if you want to follow the fashion tendencies in full. It’s like all about girl power! See what I mean.

Get the shoes. Go fancy

Footwear goes surreal this coming season. The more extravagance and crazy you look the better. Opt for dramatic designs and exaggerated heels. Hardware embellishment is really hot, too.

Puss-in-boots style makes its glorious comeback in fall 2009. Long boots win over stilettos.

Moreover, designers let you go further and try thigh-high black suede skinny leg boots, one of the hottest key looks for the winter. Channel the inner Catwoman, girl!

Fancy shoulders

Padded shoulders made the comeback in Spring/ Summer 2009 and the trend remains strong for fall and winter as well. Get bold exaggerated shoulders to get a genuinely In look for this cold season.

80s style

Thanks to Marc Jacobs and the like, a strong disco-diva vibe is back to our wardrobes. Vibrant colors, sequined skirts, leather jackets, graphic tees and large polka dots – you can find inspiration in old 80s music videos and films!

Chain it!

Let some classic beauty in your life. Chain bags that are influenced by the Chanel 2.55 bag are so in vogue for fall and winter 2009 – 2010. Chain strap bags can be worn as lovely clutches and across-body style. Just like with the heels, metal embellishment is really huge for bags, too.

Bold heavy accessories & jewelry

No need to restrain yourself from getting extra large with accessories. Go oversized with chains and studs and jewelry and dramatic silhouettes. Thinking huge chunky rings and cuffs and leather bracelets.

Bold but demure

Glitter is still really hot. Shimmering fabrics are so in for f/W 09-10. To somehow balance the look designers suggest combing sparkling with demure cuts.

Back to the 40s

Go back to the retro look with French chic – cinched waists are present in both casual wear and outerwear. Get ready to see belted coats, skirts and trousers.

Masculine femininity

Female fashion gets mannish. A masculine tailored blazer becomes one of the season’s key pieces. Typical men’s fabrics like tweed enter a woman’s wardrobe in the form of shift dresses and jackets.

Zebra & leopard

Animal prints are still huge. Zebra and leopard prints stand out and dominate the print palette. The characteristic feature of all prints this coming season is that they’re statement – exaggerated and strong.

Capes

Forget about carefully tailored coats. Go free with capes. Designers advise to pair them with elegant shift gowns.

Knits

They’ll keep you warm and trendy during cold months. Make sure your knitted clothes are bold, big and shoulder-padded.

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