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Farshi Shalwar

Wide-legged courtly trousers, cut long enough to pool on the floor, worn under a short kurti with a dupatta. The most dramatic bottom you can wear this season.

Best for — Mehndi, Sangeet

Lighter Patiala

The same generous pleats in the salwar, cut in georgette and chiffon instead of heavy cotton — so it falls and moves rather than standing away from the body.

Best for — Daily, family functions

Tonal Dressing

Kameez, salwar and dupatta all in one colour family. It reads taller, looks considered, and photographs beautifully.

Best for — Anywhere you'll be photographed

Bell Sleeves & Scalloped Hems

Straight-cut suits getting their detail where it shows — scalloped edges along the kameez and dupatta, with flared or bell cuffs.

Best for — Parties, receptions

Colour-Blocked Anarkali

Fitted bodice, panelled flare, two contrasting colours meeting at the waist — usually finished with mirror work across the yoke.

Best for — Grand celebrations

Sharara

Wide trousers that flare straight out from the waist in one long sweep, worn with a short kurti and dupatta. Easier to move in than a lehenga and far more forgiving to fit.

Best for — Pre-wedding functions

Gharara

Trousers fitted snug to the knee, then a sharp break into a dramatic flare. The gota patti band at that knee join is the whole point of it — worn with a short kurti and dupatta.

Best for — Mehndi, Nikah

Indo-Western

Peplum tops with dhoti pants, asymmetric hemlines, pre-draped dupattas. Traditional fabric, contemporary shape.

Best for — Receptions, office festivals

Kurti & Palazzo

The workhorse of the wardrobe. Straight kurti, wide palazzo, minimal work — comfortable enough for every day, smart enough for the office.

Best for — Work, college, daily

This season's soft palette