It's the month of August and the most awaited season of Indian festivals has arrived, and so has our love for ethnic kurta set. We understand your excitement as we can't keep calm too. So before you start adding options to your cart impulsively, let us tell you about the current updates and trends.
This year is all about finding beauty in minimalism, as it's said less is more. Owning a few versatile silhouettes can level up your styling game. In the world of fast fashion, adapting sustainable clothing has become a must factor. As for the ongoing trends, let us spill some facts! This is the generation of self-love, where there are no boundaries in styling; one can wear bootcut pants from the 60s or dress up in vibrant colors known as dopamine dressing. It's time to define your style and flaunt your curves. Don't you worry! we are here to help you, in finding your taste while being sustainable at the same time, by creating a capsule wardrobe for your ethnic clothing. Here are some of the minimal ensembles you can wear at special occasions and festivals this year.
Midnight Blue Awadh gala kurta set
This festival kurta set is pair of A-line kurta and straight-leg pants combined with a contrasting dupatta. The highlight of this kurta set is its neckline, known as ‘Awadh gala'. This pattern is influenced by the Mughal era, where Mughal queens used to wear heavy anarkalis with awadh necklines. Here, this pattern has been given a modern touch by adding a button placket and minimal motifs on the neckline. An extra texture technique of a pressed pleated pattern on the sleeve hemline, And contrasting plain navy blue dupatta adds the perfect balance to this ethnic kurta set.
The finest part of this ethnic dress is, it's designed to make you look taller. Yes, you heard it right! This midnight blue set is in a single hue from head to toe, and the continuity of the same color creates a taller illusion. Secondly, the dress is made using silk viscose. It is a lightweight fabric which makes the dress less bulky, and the calf-length kurta will show off your legs and make you appear a few inches taller.
A-symmetric Flared Ethnic Kurta Set
This is a great pair for peeps who like to experiment with cuts, this dress has a flowy feel and comfortable vibe suitable for both festive and general occasions. The button-down placket in the center and on the hemline of the sleeves with a minimal off-white outline makes this fit look clean and chic. And how can we miss the dupatta, the mixture of printed circular mandala motifs and ikkat border makes this kurta set stand out. If you are looking for an ethnic kurta set with a dupatta to wear in office festive celebrations, then this is undoubtedly a great choice!
Rusty Rose Straight Kurta Set
If your wardrobe is missing an earthy-toned suit then, this Rusty rose straight festival kurta set can be your pick. As you can see this attire is inspired by ‘Anghrakha', The pattern-like robe connected with a knot. This set is an illusion of Anghrakha dress and it's given a contemporary touch by adding a combination of mandarin collar and v-neckline. The tied knot defines the waistline and the straight fall kurta with a slit on the sides, makes it comfortable and hassle-free to carry during any occasion.
Beige Handblock Printed Kurta Set
Here is another earthy-toned kurta set but with more of a Bohemian aura. The hand-block printed set is made of cotton fabric, one of the most preferred fabrics for ethnic kurta sets for women. And this kurta set is comfortable and elegant, ideal to wear at fancy gatherings. If you are looking for the balance between not too blingy and not too simple, then this kurta set is the perfect ready-to-wear ensemble. The eye-catchy yolk with placket must have grabbed your attention, didn't it? If not, look closely at those details of piping and coin embellishments. As we mentioned above, less is more. Minimalism is a new era, and this dress is made for it.
Minimalist Green kurta set
The dress defines the timeless beauty of a fluid silhouette, this deep sea green kurta has a free-flowing a-line pattern paired up with straight pants. For people who mainly prefer to wear baggy/oversized clothing, wearing flowy festive wear kurta set is a great option as they make you feel cozy and easygoing. The translucent dupatta with contrasting colors of red and mustard yellow creates a decent printed shadow. Traditional motifs on dupatta make the outfit and our ethnicity stand out. This ethnic kurta set can be your go-to dress.
4 styling tips to emphasize minimal dressing with a different look
- If you are a fan of bohemian culture, you will surely be a fan of oxidized jewelry. For keeping it minimal yet stylish, you can wear oxidized earrings and bangles with an ethnic dress or can go for kaudi(shell) based oxidized jewelry too.
- For a rich South Delhi girl vibe, you can pair up your ethnic kurta set with huge pair of earrings and high heels. Enough to turn heads!
- Want to rock the floor? How about giving it a Navratri touch, go for minimal nathni which connects to hair and small jhumkas.
- If you are running late, don't panic! Just wear a watch and a few rings will do the magic.
Summary
We are here to scale up your festive collection by adding minimal ensembles from your Pinterest board to your wardrobe. These earthy-toned ethnic kurta sets will make you stand out from the crowd. We have listed 5 traditional attires with a clean and sophisticated look, with some styling tips to shine this season.
To enjoy the festival you gotta be yourself and that comes from being comfortable, wearing a relaxed fit will help lighten your mood. If you are a sharp dresser we have dropped some styling tips on how you can wear a single outfit and create different looks. Whether you are a millennial or Genz, these ethnic outfits are made to give a glow-up.
