The perfect match!

An integral part of ethnic wear, dupattas are probably the most versatile piece of Indian clothing. They add grace and charm to outfits and can be paired with almost anything! They go well with saree, kurti, dress and can even be styled with western wear to give a traditional twist to it. One dupatta can give you multiple looks and the key to that is styling. Dupatta enhances your entire ensemble and is easily one of the most effective and trendy additions to an outfit. In this article we would be sharing some style and selection tips.

The perfect dupatta for styling

Dupattas come in a vast variety of colours, patterns & design and it can be slightly overwhelming. An easy way to selecting the right dupatta for you that is pretty and versatile is by taking in consideration the following

The Fabric

Take it from the experts, cheapening out on a fashion accessory or basics is a huge mistake! You can transform even the most basic fit into something extraordinary with the help of a good quality dupatta. So invest in a great one! Rich fabrics automatically add elegance to them and definitely help them last long. Georgette and net dupattas are readily available in the market but fail to deliver the look and feel that a textured dupatta can give. Sophisticated fabrics like chanderi or tussar accentuate the look and feel luxe, they make a perfect choice for styling.

The length

As unimportant as it may seem, length matters! A style tip here would be to avoid pairing a long dupatta with casual wear and to stick with lengthier ones for festive wear. The length of the dupatta helps (and also limits) the styling that you can do with it!

Mixing it up!

Although it’s usually a big fashion no-no to pair prints with prints, when it comes to dupattas it’s a rule that you can break! As long as you’re willing to be subtle and discreet about it. You have to ensure that there is something that links the dupatta to your outfit. If you're styling print with print, it could be the colour or the design.

A printed dupatta can also help you add the right pop of colour to your western casual outfits and can help you create an indo-wearer vibe.

Select muted/neutral tones

Investing in rich fabric dupattas that are neutral in colour will add to their versatility. You would be able to style them with more outfits and pair them up better.

You can explore a selection of skillfully woven dupattas here.