Traditional attires which were once a daily wear is restricted to the ethnic wears chosen for festive occasions. The Indian men held dignified presence in society and were expected to look elegant in their attires. While royal mean wore the grandeur looking silk sherwanis, the common man preferred the simple plain kurtas. The Indian ethnic styles have been influenced by Mughals and Indian royals and enhances the appeal of Indian men. Sherwanis, Kurta Pyjamas, Pathani suits are some of the Indian traditional elements found in world fashion.
The trends in fashion industry that ape the design and styles of bygone era. The different kinds of traditional clothing for men include:
1. Dhoti: It is an unstitched piece of cloth usually 5 yards in length which is tied around the waist and covers the legs too. Also known as lacha and dhuti in some parts of India, Dhoti is a making a comeback with ready-made pant-style dhotis.
2. Kurta: This is an inevitable part of indian festive clothing for men, can be worn in combination with jeans too. This is a term used or long loose shirt and was primarily restricted to men in olden times, but of late has come to be a unisex outfit for both men and women. The Printed Kurtas are more casual wear and are preferred for their comfort and simpler designs.
3. Sherwani: This long coat with achkan style is buttoned up to collar. It is usually below the knee in length and adds charm to the appearance of men. For weddings, men tend to spend lavishly for designer sherwanis. Mid length Sherwanis with matching shawls are a hit amongst modern dudes too who flaunt attest style with touch of traditional look.
4. Pyjamas: Pathani style pyjama is making a comeback-thanks to modern fashion designers who are coming out with fusion of Indian traditional men clothing with modernised designs
5. Turban: Turban is a compulsory head gear for many Indian communities and is worn out of significance rather than fashion statement. It is a headdress consisting of long cloth unstitched and wrapped around the head.
The trends in fashion industry that ape the design and styles of bygone era. The different kinds of traditional clothing for men include:
1. Dhoti: It is an unstitched piece of cloth usually 5 yards in length which is tied around the waist and covers the legs too. Also known as lacha and dhuti in some parts of India, Dhoti is a making a comeback with ready-made pant-style dhotis.
2. Kurta: This is an inevitable part of indian festive clothing for men, can be worn in combination with jeans too. This is a term used or long loose shirt and was primarily restricted to men in olden times, but of late has come to be a unisex outfit for both men and women. The Printed Kurtas are more casual wear and are preferred for their comfort and simpler designs.
3. Sherwani: This long coat with achkan style is buttoned up to collar. It is usually below the knee in length and adds charm to the appearance of men. For weddings, men tend to spend lavishly for designer sherwanis. Mid length Sherwanis with matching shawls are a hit amongst modern dudes too who flaunt attest style with touch of traditional look.
4. Pyjamas: Pathani style pyjama is making a comeback-thanks to modern fashion designers who are coming out with fusion of Indian traditional men clothing with modernised designs
5. Turban: Turban is a compulsory head gear for many Indian communities and is worn out of significance rather than fashion statement. It is a headdress consisting of long cloth unstitched and wrapped around the head.
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