Online shopping is the latest fad of all the shopaholics out there. Who wants to visit a physical store when it is available online? With the rise of online shopping, people are getting savvy and turning to the Internet for shopping. And why not, it saves a lot of time and money. Yes, online shopping saves money as well as you can browse through a lot of mind blowing deals on apparels, accessories, watches and more. Online shopping is very popular, especially amongst women as they have a habit of trying out a lot of things before finally buying one.
Most women love to buy apparels online but when it comes to placing an order, women face dilemmas as to what will suit them and what will not. This mostly happens in the case of ethnic outfits like salwar kameez. Salwar kameez is one outfit that is the first choice of Indian women. It is one of those essential outfits in a women’s wardrobe. The best part about a salwar kameez is that it is suitable for weddings, parties, festive occasions etc. Women can browse through various styles of salwar kameez available online. However, if you wear a salwar kameez that doesn’t suit you or is not according to the occasion, it can totally ruin your look. Buying a western outfit online is a lot easier than buying a salwar kameez. Here are a few tips that will help you choose the right salwar kameez online.
Event
This is the thumb-rule one must follow before buying an outfit. You must simply ask yourself- what’s the occasion? It is really important to pick a salwar kameez that is appropriate for the occasion. One wrong choice and its all over! If you want a salwar kameez for everyday wear, you can pick from a range of cotton salwar kameez suits whereas salwar kameez with heavy embroidery are best suited on big occasions like festivals and weddings.
Comfort
As we all know, all ethnic outfits are known for their heavy weight. Hence, choose fabrics that keep you comfortable all day long. Ideally, there are two to three fabrics used in making a salwar kameez. In case of daily wear, go for pure cotton or blended cotton and when it comes to occasions, crepe, chiffon and georgette are your best bets.
Stitched/Unstitched
Most online shopping portals are flooded with a mix of stitched and unstitched salwar kameez. If you are in proper shape, you can go for stitched salwar kameez as you won’t need any major alteration. However, if you are unsure about your body shape, go for unstitched salwar kameez. The best part about buying an unstitched piece is that you can create your own look. You can mix and match embellishments on your own or ask a designer to suggest patterns.
Patterns
This one is really simple. You can buy printed salwar kameez for casual outings. If you are looking for a daily wear salwar kameez, you can go for those chic pieces with minimal embroidery on sleeves or neck. If you are looking for a heavy salwar kameez for weddings or any other big events, go for heavy embroidery or zari work. You can also go for sequins or stone work. This type of work is very much in trend now.
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