Friday 13 April 2012

Defining Indian Salwar Kameez and Its Unique Sorts: Ahaarya

How did the Indian salwar kameez come to be? We talked about what it is in a previous blog, but because we sell this garment set at Ahaarya and know it to be so rich and diverse, we want to spend time in this blog speaking a bit more about where it comes from and what it really means.   

            Through the years, the Indian salwar kameez has stayed as a basic given of Indian culture. You see it in older and younger populations, and you see it in plain, khaki colors or in vibrant designs. The salwar kameez is a lightweight pant and tunic set that does not stick to the body and lets air flow through to the skin. When the sun is blazing like a furnace and there is little shade, Indians are happy to be wearing their salwar kameez. 

            Even though we just said that the salwar kameez hasn’t changed much even in the face of growing popularity of Western fashion in Indian, the garment set has changed a little bit in terms of cuts. It used to simply be cut straight, but now there are different designer cuts. Our designer kurtis which we offer at Ahaarya as well are a similar example of this. Practicality remains in the garments, but fashion sometimes takes a forefront position. Decoration and scarves can be added, mostly by women, to change the piece into a dressier look. The scarf is a great addition to many other Indian clothing pieces, because it also provides protection from the sun while contributing to elegance.

Fashions-Trends-Stuff: Designer Kurti

At Ahaarya, there are so many different clothing styles and colors to choose from. This blog is simply a run-down of some of those choices. We service Indian women, especially, but also we seek to appeal to American or Western women who may wish to branch out in their wardrobes and wear the beautiful art of Indian clothing, such as the Indian salwar kameez, or especially the designer kurti. There is something to suit everyone.
            IF you’re not from India or Eastern parts of the world, you may not know what a kurti is, exactly. They are lightweight tunics, similar to the top portion of the salwar kameez (the kameez). These tunics are designed to be both practical and fashionable, as evidenced by the explosion of designer types of kurtis. They are loose-fitting yet flattering because of their bright colors and intricate designs. They are worn to artful events as well as to simple events, going to the store, and hanging out with family.

            Designer kurtis are the types of kurtis that women love to spend hours searching through to find the one that will look perfectly on them. Ahaarya offers the silk kurti in both a deep forest green and a rich mustard color. The idea is boldness and character without being over the top. Designer kurtis are the kinds of clothing articles that make excellent gifts and can be worn to a wide range of events. You can purchase a crisp, bright red crunched kurti that gives texture and elegance as once, too. Kurtis tend toward the limitless.

Designer Kurti Fashion Trend at Ahaarya

Ahaarya is committed to the beauty and elegance of Indian clothing, both traditional and modern, leaning toward the designer kurti sort of feel. We sell the classic Indian salwar kameez, in many colors and styles, to suit many unique tastes. This blog will simply let those who aren’t familiar with the Indian salwar kameez know what it is and perhaps help them decide if it’s an item they think would complement their body type or wardrobe.
            The basic concept of a salwar kameez is that it is a two piece set, the salwar being like loose pajama and lightweight pants, and then the kameez being a cotton or lightweight tunic that goes with it. The Indian salwar kameez is like the kurti—be it a designer kurti or a regular one; it is a staple in Indian fashion season after season because it is not only attractive, it is also very practical for the climate of India, and it can be made to look good with several different thicknesses of materials. 

            Now, there are different types of salwar kameez. You might find a silk churidar kameez, you might find a simple black cotton kameez, and of you may find a boldly colored red and green Patiala salwar kameez. Both men and women wear these garments, so you will discover a wide range of styles and fabrics. Many women’s dressier combinations include sheer arms that add elegance and intrigue.      

            Ahaarya can help to introduce you to something new, or it can provide you with the staple clothing items in America that aren’t found anywhere else in mainstream stores.