Ethnic chic

There’s more to ethnic wear for the Indian men than the clinched white Kurta and pyjamas. The trendy Indo-Western ensemble makes for a great style statement

Although Kurta-Pyjamas make for quintessential traditional wear, don’t hesitate to try a blend of Indian and Western styles. For the main wedding function, opt for Sherwanis or Jodhpuri suits. You can either wear the traditional jacket and Bandh-gala suits teamed with churidar pyjamas, or opt for Indo-pyjamas, or opt for the Indo-western ensemble or settle for the classic coat and trousers.

The traditional Indian wear for men, Sherwanis make a style statement. And touched with gold and silver, Sherwanis are a typical attire of the North Indian weddings. A formal bridegroom outfit, the Sherwanis is essentially a long buttoned coat, usually in dark colors, A close fitting jacket, it is usually knee-length or at times even longer and has a Nehru collar. Sherwanis impart an Indo-western look and look classy. A sherwani has Nehru collars; the coat falls below the knees and is buttoned-up in front.

If you are tall and well-built, then the Sherwani will suit you perfectly and more so with a shawl draped over the shoulders. Usually, worn in off-while colors, Sherwanis are now available in a range of color schemes, fine fabrics and superb trims. Rather like a jacket, the Jodhpuri comes close second in popularity. A Jodhpuri has a short collar and the length of the Kurta is a little longer than the sleeves. Jodhpuris give the wearer a very regal look. You can wear Jodhpuri suits tha are richly embroidered and are available in classic cuts.

You can select outfits that are embellished with elegant embroidery and zardosi work or are adorned with precious stones. Both Sherwanis and Jodhpuris are teamed with tight fitting churidars (lengthy pyjamas with crumpled extremes). Wear narrow trousers with the Kurta – choose silk for such occasions. The churidar is a perfect accompaniment to long kurtas. And if you prefer, choose the elastic pyjamas for comfort.