Posted by jasnav on September 29, 2008
The original attire of the vibrant state of Punjab state in North India, the salwar kameez has spread throughout the Indian community across the world. It now stands as the favorite outfit that any Indian girl would really appreciate. When it comes to outfits like saree, lehengas, skirts and pants it might not suit everybody. But salwaar kameez is an outfit that suits every girl, and is the ideal combination of comfort and style. It not only makes you feel beautiful but also makes you feel comfortable and confident. Salwaar kameez 2008 has become the regular costume for almost all the girls and women this year.
Starting with many different trends and with many innovative ideas there are many different, amazing, cool fashions. In 2008 many new trends, new models with brilliant new designs have been innovated. Some much hit models include the anarkali salwaar kameez, the designer Patiala, shararah as well as many newly designed bridal wears.
Anarkali is the fastest moving fashion of this year. The anarkali was brought to India by the Moghuls centuries ago, and still works wonders in the year 2008. It got its name from the famous character Anarkali of the history. It salwaar is a very type churidaar with work done towards the bottom of the leg with contrasting colors, mostly with golden and silver threading. The best part of an anarkali dress is its kameez where the upper part is designed as a very pretty blouse with lots of enchanting work done on it. From the place where the blouse ends, the kameez gets a lovely free umbrella design. The joint between the upper part and umbrella is given a belt like patch.
Designer Patiala is the costume that is attracting most of the attention on occasions such as weddings. Lehengas being a little out of fashion have led way for the designer patialas to take their place. Designer patialas are generally made of silk of really high quality of chiffon. It has extensive decorative work which makes the wearer the center of attraction at any gathering. The kameez and the Patiala are often of contrast colors, making it look brighter still.
**Salwaar Kameez 2008 fashion is the ‘in’ thing in the current fashion world
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Posted by jasnav on September 26, 2008
Ask any Indian woman all around the world about her collection of sarees, and you will surely soon gather the feeling that their wardrobe is incomplete without a kanjeevaram saree. The reason for this belief is found out only when one sees and gets the feel of a proper kanjeevaram saree. The sari speaks of the beauty, grace dignity poise and also the power hidden in every single Indian woman. Its sheer elegance can sweep you off your feet. A kanjeevaram sari is bound to be a crowd puller and it can woo anybody with its absolute beauty.
The saree is made of heavy silk and is characterized by its bright color and the golden zari or thread work along the borders. One end of the sari consists of a huge design or pattern of intricate zari work and this part is left flowing to show off the craftsmanship. These gold threads are actually silver threads dipped in gold. When pleated and worn it gives a wonderful and elegant look and feel. Brides in South India wear kanjeevaram throughout the marriage ceremonies and the sari definitely adds up to the charm of the beautiful bride.
Kancheepuram, the place of origin of this beautiful work of art is a small town in Tamil Nadu. This small town is full of temples and its main tourist attraction is, naturally, sarees. One cannot step out of kancheepuram without at least couple of these extra special saris. Saris represent the essence of womanhood and this one adds special charm to it. These saris have a strong cotton ground with silk and zari pallus and embroidery work. The work on the pallu consists mainly of patterns or paintings of the temples of the pallava period
Kanjeevarams are known for their excellent quality of silk. The heavier the silk, longer is its durability. Mulberry silk produced in certain parts of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu are best suited for it. Simple saris can take up to 10-12 days for preparation. The cost ranges from anything between Rs2000-50,000 depending upon the zari work.
The tedious procedure of making a Kanjeevaram saree starts with the task of preparing the thread. The thread is twisted, dyed and then dried in the sun. The border, the body and the pallu of the sari are created separately by the weaver. Then, the zari and the silk are interlocked together in an extremely tight joint.
Kanjeevaram can be worn by women of all ages. Western trends do not stay long but this is an art of Indian culture that has a very strong hold. The kanjeevaram was, is and will always be representation of an Indian woman.
**Kanjeevaram sarees are the preferred attire on special occasions for Indian Women
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Posted by jasnav on September 21, 2008
Patiala pants are the trend to be seen in among the salwar kameez now. But it is not that this fashion has come just now. It has existed for centuries; the world is discovering its comfort and beauty just now thanks to globalization.
Patiala pants have their own history to talk about. It derived this name as the kings of Patiala which falls in the area of Punjab in North India used to wear a particular kind of pants which were very baggy in style with heavy pleats, giving a very loose structure to the pants. This kind of pants gave a very dignified look to the kings.
The pants that were once the attire of kings, have now found their admirers in the common people. They are now being used as salwaar and have brought a new trend as Patiala salwaar kameez.
The kameez that is used for the Patiala pants are little shorter than the usual kameez and are a little above the knees. They have slits open on the side up to the waist and do have good fitting. The kameez is so designed to reveal the beauty of the pants.
The Patiala pants were a familiar sight during the India of the 1960s and 1970s. As it is said that the fashion world is a repeated cycle the same fashion has come up as a trend with a lot of creativity and innovative ideas. Patiala pants can suit any kind of person because of its baggy look. When these pants are decorated with pretty stones and with contrast embroidery it will give a very grand look to the Patiala. It makes the Patiala popular for wedding and other special occasions.
The material used to design Patiala pants is soft crepe, chiffon, and other synthetic fabrics. Its unique design with multiple pleats makes it look very baggy. The pleats are very loose around the waist and they become narrow towards the legs. This gives a very loose look and makes the user feel more comfortable. The Patiala is the trendiest model among the salwaar kameez now.
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Posted by jasnav on September 7, 2008
Punjabi women are known all over for their love of the latest clothes and making the latest fashion statement. Besides modern attire, one dress that greatly enhances the famed beauty of the Punjabi woman is the traditional Patiala Salwar Kameez. Let us see what makes this dress so much the fancied attire of so many.
Commonly called the Punjabi Salwar Kameez, it is actually the Patiala Salwars that were earlier famous just in the state of Punjab in North India. It is considered to be the traditional wear of Punjab, but now you can say that Patiala salwars are the latest in trend setting where even the urban hot chics are into wearing this wonderful attire in different designs and fashions, thus making it an exclusive and attractive possession. The importance of Patiala salwars are spreading far and wide and even to other parts of the world.
The specialty of the Patiala salwars lies with the style and design of the pants which comes in a free flowing pleated fashion with a double bottom circumference. Due to this extra comfort, the person wearing it can have great relief at the thigh area and it brings out the real feminity hidden within a woman.
The real beauty of Patiala salwars comes up with the chunni or the dupatta which is usually heavily embellished with stones and kundan works to add to its beauty. The kameez comes along with small amount of embroideries in the casual ones to bring in the elegance and simplicity with pleated and designed Patiala and dupatta.
The traditional Patiala comes along with a full sleeve kameez, but with changing traditions nowadays there is no limitations given to the back and front neckline, sleeve length and also the total length of the kameez. With the Patiala salwar, you can feel safe, secured, protected, and comfortable and also trendy as it cover top to bottom of the lady to bring in more style as well as a classic look.
The slit cuts are yet another part given importance as you can find round cuts at the borders instead of the sharp right angle cuts. This also adds to the style of the clothing.
So what are you waiting for? Go ahead and get a Patiala salwar your collection to join the trend the world over.
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