Men’s Ethnic Wear Trends and Styling Tips

The summer of 2016 is here and it’s a time for bright vibrant fashion statements and what better way to do this than with men’s ethnic wear. In countries like India, Pakistan or Bangladesh there is always a festival or celebration where men feel happily compelled to reach in to their closets for the best of traditional ethnic wear. In the absence of festivals or special occasions ethnic wear is just as popular as for the older generation the dhoti kurta or kurta pyjama is often the dress code for daily wear and for the younger generation garment can be an interesting choice for fusion fashion. Delicate embroidery, rich embellishments and luxurious yet comfortable fabrics and unique silhouettes and designs are what make ethnic wear for men much sought after. Fashion trends come and go and these new trends effect ethnic wear in a big way too hence it’s important to have a look at ethnic trends and styling tips for men for the year twenty sixteen. Read further to know more about the best of traditional ethnic for men, fusion fashion styling tips and where and how to shop for men’s wear.

Kurta Pyjama

The Kurta pyjama is perhaps the most widely known and worn ethnic wear garment for men and taking in to consideration the huge population of Indians, Pakistanis and Bangladeshis that wear this garment, it is hard to contest this fact. The kurta pyjama comprises of long button less tunic open at the neck singularly known as the kurta while the comfortable cotton trousers that complete the ensemble is known as the pyjama. While the traditional way of wearing the kurta pyjama ensemble is as simple as simply wearing the garment with the traditional mojris which are embroidered shoes made from raw hide, new age trends have made it popular to match the kurta up with denims or straight legged trousers. The kurta is available in wide range of fabrics. Luxurious fabrics like silk and variations of silk are used to tailor these ensembles which are specifically worn on special occasions like weddings and festivals. These special garments are genrally embroidered and ornamented. In case of kurta pyjama ensembles for casual wear, the garment is genrally stitched from comfort oriented summer friendly fabrics like cotton and variations of cotton. These casual wear garments are generally not embroidered or embellished but may be available in stripes or checks.

Nehru Jacket

The Nehru jacket is a primary example of Indian ethnic wear that is great for both ethnic and fusion fashion. The Nehru jacket can be easily styled with a Kurta Pyjama to create a complete desi look that that is very popular at festivals and weddings. The Nehru jacket can also be worn with western casuals and formals for fusion fashion. The full sleeved version of the Nehru jacket which is also known as the bandhgala blazer is a dapper jacket that can be easily worn with western formals.

The Sherwani

The sherwani is the most popular form of wedding wear for men. This popular embroidered Mandarin collar overcoat is often worn over kurta pyjama or a kurta and dhoti ensemble by Indian grooms.

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