During the 20th century there have been great changes in the style of clothing, largely serve to equalize the rights of men and women. In India, the fashion scenario was not so clear as in the west, due to the conflicting ideologies associated with the struggle for independence on the one hand, and the pursuit of Western values ​​on the other. Because of the strong influence of Western colonial clothes became a status symbol.

In the 30 years of the 20th century, when India, like other countries affected by the ideas of socialism, communism and fascism, Indian fashion is rapidly becoming more feminine - perhaps it was a kind of way to confront aggressive ideas.

In the 70s in India began to spread the culture of MTV, influenced the values ​​of life and fashion. Clothing became as bright and shiny as a mirror ball, the then symbol of dancing and fun nightlife. In the 80's became popular clear, partly brave silhouette; shalwar kameez even appeared pads. The market was filled with bold clothes, outdoor clothes for teenagers that gradually began to have an impact on the fashion of adults. The last decade of the 20th century in the Indian fashion was a time of extremes. Women began to allow himself bolder than ever before, things, and at the same time back in vogue traditional Indian clothing Traditional Indian clothes - Eastern Standards . Today the Indian fashion is a strange mixture of tradition and modernity.

Traditional Indian Fashion

Dhoti - a traditional Indian clothes for men. It is a piece of cloth wrapped around the waist and passed between your legs. Knot tied at the waist. In some regions of India are kind of dhoti drape which is not only lower but also the upper body. Earlier dhoti worn at work, at home and in various informal events. Today, it has become traditional clothing for special occasions; in everyday life, they are quite rare. On the other hand, in India, many popular musicians, dancers and poets often appear in public in a dhoti.

Kurt - a broad Indian shirt of approximately knee. Traditionally kurta worn only by men, but today there are different variations of the female garment. Kurt can be worn with a dhoti, and in modern India it is often worn with jeans and sneakers. Indian designers create various models of Kurt, the most severe of which can be worn to work, and some of Kurt suited for parties or special occasions.

Kurta sleeves almost brush have narrowed; it does not have cuffs with buttons, side seams and end at the waist or hips to Kurt completely paralyzed traffic. Kurt sew both of lightweight materials - silk Silk - a legacy of the Yellow Emperor   or linen, or of woolen fabrics, which are suitable for the cold season.

Shalwar kameez - a female Indian costume, which consists of a long wide tunics Tunica: from ancient Greece to the present day   and wide pants. The traditional dress of the pants are wide on top and narrow strongly towards the bottom. However, modern shalwar kameez are often sewn with straight or flared trousers. Shalwar kameez today - one of the most popular costumes among Indian women. Local designers create different variations of this suit; their favorite destination is the combination of Western fashion trends and traditional Indian fashion. Moreover, shalwar kameez and penetrates into the Western fashion - popular in recent years, long tunics with narrow trousers are nothing else than one of the variations on the theme of traditional Indian costume.

Shervani - traditional men's clothing India, more reminiscent of a long coat. Shervani also the national dress of Pakistan; Members of the Pakistani government put even stricter black Shervani service. In India, however, Shervani - clothes, mainly for family celebrations. They are sewn from expensive fabrics with beautiful ornaments, often - to order, so it is very important to Shervani perfectly sitting on a figure. Shervani often wear a long scarf of contrasting fabric, which throws over her shoulder.

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