Tuesday, 3 June 2014

A Great Combination Of Style And Comfort is Kurta Pajama

Kurta pajama is one of the basic ethnic clothing of men especially in South Asia. It is considered one of the most comfortable wear of ethnic fashion that is a must to portray the manly charm in a sophisticated way in any traditional event or semi-formal occasions.

What is Kurta Pajama

Kurta Pajama, consists of two pieces of garments, one is kurta and the other is pajama. Basically kurta is more like a long shirt like loose fitting outfit that reaches up to or below knees, whereas the second one, i.e. pajama or pyjama, is a lightweight drawstring trouser. This pajama can also be in the form of churidar which is tight fitting extra long trousers whose excess length falls as folds or churis on ankle part.

Other styles of kurta bottoms can be men?s salwar which is again a drawstring trouser. It can also be in different patterns like pathani salwar, patiala salwar etc. To give a typical Indian traditional look kurta can be worn with a dhoti too which has its own way of draping and style. For ease and comfort there is option of readymade dhotis as well. To give a fusion look to your kurta you can also pair it with jeans.

Fabrics and Colors of Kurta Pajama

Cotton is the most common fabric for making kurta pajama especially the casual ones. Other premium quality fabrics like silk, brocade, jacquard, satin etc. are used for making rich party wear or designer kurta pajamas. Most preferred colors of kurta pajama are white, maroon, beige, cream etc. Other colors that are in vogue these days are shades of blue, green, pink, brown, black, gray etc.

Embroidery Work

Chikankari and other traditional methods of embroidery add to the aesthetic look of kurta pajama. It is given a rich look with various heavy embellishments of resham, sequins, zari, beads, stones, crystals and other fine embroidery work on kurta.

Designer Kurta Pajama

The most common kurta pajam pattern is the straight cut with side pockets. But with various fashion innovation kurta pajama is also available in trendy and stylish designer cuts and patterns of collar, neckline, cuffs, pockets, sleeves etc.

Accessories with Kurta Pajama

As far as footwear and other accessories are concerned with kurta pajama two things always comes in mind i.e. mojaris and a stole. Mojaris are ethic footwear that gives extreme comfort to the legs while completing the pure traditional look with kurta pajama. Kolhapuri chappals and men?s sandals are also other footwear options with kurta pajama.

Stole are best suited on semi-formal and wedding events. These accessories make kurta pajama a complete and rich ethnic wear that enhances the overall persona of any man.
On occasions like wedding kurta pajama can be accessorized with turban or safa also.

Best Suited Occasion to wear Kurta Pajama

Kurta pajama is best suited option for festivals and wedding events. It is also very popular as casual, day-to-day and night wear too.

Overall kurta pajama is an important part of any man?s wardrobe who wishes to give an ethnic feel to their appearance.
 

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