Month: April 2019

The Changing Face Of Traditional Indian Attires

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The present fashions sense of Indian people can trace its routes to the ancient civilizations of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro. With every ruler and culture that has been a part of our history, an impact was made on how people dressed. Some of that effect is visible even today. A perfect example is the re-emergence of the Anarkali. A style of salwar kurta, it was prevalent in the Mughal era. Today, we see it on the streets again.

In this short piece, we leaf back the book of fashion and see how the saree and the salwar-kameez have changed. The hope is by reflecting on the changes in fashion; we can discern the transformation that has occurred in personalities too.

We pick the saree first. A traditional Indian attire, this six and a half-metre-long fabric has been draped in over hundreds of ways. Long back, the way it was wrapped might have changed from state to state, but the blouse style was always eerily similar. Today, fashion has brought about a paradigm shift in that style. Instead of a U-neck and half-sleeve design, blouses come in:

• Katori style
• Halter neck
• Back-button
• High-necks
• Puffed sleeves
• Backless
• Bow style

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Even the length of the blouse has decreased because it offers a more contemporary look to the wearer. The method of draping the saree is still the same because it provides the most comfortable wear.

When we take a look at salwar-kameez, the change is even more drastic. It first began as switching out the salwar or chudidar with jeans or pants. The combination of a kurta and jeans created a unique Indo-western outfit that was not just smart but easy on the skin. Next came the variations in the kurta style. They were cut short to make kurtis.

They were tightened to stick to the skin. They were given asymmetrical cuts to offer an unusual look. The modern version of the kurta can take any form and be worn with anything.

It is not just the styling of saree and salwar-kurta that has altered. The fabric used to make them, the patterns in it and the work done on them has also evolved. Tellingly, both have become an extension of the values, beliefs, and thoughts of the current generation woman. They are what the modern female wants them to be and not just clothes handed down to them over generations.

A Look At Women’s Fashion In India

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Coco Chanel, the very pinnacle of fashion, once said:
“Dress shabbily, and they remember the dress; dress impeccably, and they remember the woman.”

This quote has been repeated ad nauseam in myriads of ways because it defines to the T the very essence of fashion. It is about elegance, style, and perfection that leaves an indelible mark. Today, we take a look at how fashion has made a mark on the female population of India.

Like most countries, women’s clothing in India reflected the social perspective or the political scenario for a long time. When you look back at about half a century or more ago, attires of women were a mirror of their position. They were not a reflection of popular practice. But unlike other nations, women’s fashion did not change drastically in our country. While the western world was quick to modify apparels to showcase their comfort, belief or freedom, for Indian women the transformation crept at a snail’s pace.

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Since explaining the slow movement of classic drapes to more modern outfits is virtually impossible without writing a thesis, we take a look at the point of time where a dynamic shift occurred. It was with the turn of the millennium that the way women dressed altered. The first changes were felt in the film industry. Actresses and celebs began opting for bolder choices. They wore clothes that felt comfortable to them while still being sensual.

Another significant change came with the rise of the internet and smart devices. As even the average girl of the country could keep up with the fashion trends of the rest of the planet, they began emulating them. They became aware of the choices that could be made. As a result, their fashion sense grew to be personal, bold and unique. Yes, some of them still opt for salwar kameez and sarees but an equal number are more comfortable wearing western designs.

When you walk down the streets of a metropolis in India, you will see females clad in jeans, skirts, jumpsuits, bodycon dresses, formal pantsuits and even fusion wear. It is the latter that has become the most fashionable. A modern cut dress made of tie and dye or bandhani is considered the chicest and coolest outfit possible.
In a gist, a woman’s wardrobe is no more limited to traditional dresses; it is filled with designer wear, streetwear and so much more.