kameez And kurta Designs

The Kurta and Kameez are upper apparel styles that may be casual or dressy, depending on the fabric, cut and embellishments like buttons and embroidery. They are worn over like trouser like garments like the loose salwar or the tightly, gathered churidar. A length of fabric called the dupatta is worn draped over the bust with the loose ends going over the shoulders.

The basic pattern of the kurta and kameez is like that of a sleeved tunic, with lengths ranging from just below the knee to the calf. They have a soft standup collar or a close fitting round neckline that is usually piped and a relatively short front placket, with buttons, that extends over the length of the bust. The sleeves are plain, not ending in cuffs but being finished with a fine hem. The side seams towards the bottom of the lower half of the garment are left open to form slits extending from about eight inches to about 12, with squared corners.



However, over the years, the traditional pattern of these garments has changed to include various collars and necklines, sleeves in different length and styles to being sleeveless, as well as the length of the garments, itself, going from ankle to ultrashort.

Generally, where the kameez or kurta is concerned, the length should extend till mid-calf or a little below. This length suits most figures as longer figure tends to overpower the wearer as well as the garment under it. A salwar should taper gently, following a natural line. A Churidar with fuller gathers at the calf gives a proportionate look.

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