<p>The festival season is here and it’s time to try out styles that speak volumes about tradition yet are contemporary. Variations like ‘dhoti’-style layers and capes, all in varied colours, are making an impact. <br /></p>.<p> <br />Aditi Lal, a couture designer, informs, “A cape ‘dupatta’ with an ‘anarkali’ and ‘dhoti’ style bottoms and crop tops with drape skirts are hot styles for the season,” she says. Fusion wear is a big thing now with colours varying according to the outfit.<br /><br /> “There isn’t really a palette that one can stick to. When it comes to colours, gold is universal. It is perfect for the festive season,” she adds. <br /><br />According to fashion designer Namrata G, chocolate brown, grey and nude colours are in now. “People are looking for options in fabrics like georgette, chiffons and silk,” she says. “The silhouettes are more about drapes like a flowing drape, Roman drape and dhoti drape. Drapes are used in tops and bottoms too. Off-shoulder and asymmetrical necklines are popular options while the structured look is not fashionable anymore. There’s a lot of experimentation seen in sleeves as well, like bell sleeves,” adds Namrata. <br /><br />Capes are definitely doing the rounds and adding a mystical touch to outfits for the season. “A gown-like outfit with an elaborately designed cape can add zing to any festivity. Capes are even added to saris now. Free flowing tunics and floor-length dresses are the other hot choices,” says Ritu Shah, a student of Vogue Institute of Fashion Technology. <br /><br />Chandana C Nair, a student of Army Institute of Fashion and Design, points out that Indo-Western fashion is making its impact on festival wear too. “Though colours are a personal choice, the trending ones are eye-popping colours like neons and basic hues like blue.” Add-ons to an ensemble vary according to the attire, says Chandana. “If you are wearing a heavy traditional garment, you could team it up with heavy ‘jhumkis’, intricate ‘kada’ bangles and a chunky choker. But when trying a fusion attire, it’s best to pick one accessory that you want to highlight, like a neckpiece or even a heavy bracelet.” <br /><br />One could also complete a traditional look with a ‘jadau’ in contrast colours for a striking appeal. “A fusion attire or a flowing outfit can have a contrasting piece that catches the eye,” she says. The season also demands heavy makeup and elaborate jewellery to go with the grand outfits. <br /><br />Thousif Sait, a make-up artist, says, “Contemporary makeup, including bright lip colours like red in matte shade with a heavy base of foundation, eyeliner and mascara, are the requisites for the season. Dark pink or copper shades for the eye are perfect. One can also add a hint of gold at the corner of the eye with a wing eyeliner for an elaborate festival look,” adds Thousif. <br /></p>
<p>The festival season is here and it’s time to try out styles that speak volumes about tradition yet are contemporary. Variations like ‘dhoti’-style layers and capes, all in varied colours, are making an impact. <br /></p>.<p> <br />Aditi Lal, a couture designer, informs, “A cape ‘dupatta’ with an ‘anarkali’ and ‘dhoti’ style bottoms and crop tops with drape skirts are hot styles for the season,” she says. Fusion wear is a big thing now with colours varying according to the outfit.<br /><br /> “There isn’t really a palette that one can stick to. When it comes to colours, gold is universal. It is perfect for the festive season,” she adds. <br /><br />According to fashion designer Namrata G, chocolate brown, grey and nude colours are in now. “People are looking for options in fabrics like georgette, chiffons and silk,” she says. “The silhouettes are more about drapes like a flowing drape, Roman drape and dhoti drape. Drapes are used in tops and bottoms too. Off-shoulder and asymmetrical necklines are popular options while the structured look is not fashionable anymore. There’s a lot of experimentation seen in sleeves as well, like bell sleeves,” adds Namrata. <br /><br />Capes are definitely doing the rounds and adding a mystical touch to outfits for the season. “A gown-like outfit with an elaborately designed cape can add zing to any festivity. Capes are even added to saris now. Free flowing tunics and floor-length dresses are the other hot choices,” says Ritu Shah, a student of Vogue Institute of Fashion Technology. <br /><br />Chandana C Nair, a student of Army Institute of Fashion and Design, points out that Indo-Western fashion is making its impact on festival wear too. “Though colours are a personal choice, the trending ones are eye-popping colours like neons and basic hues like blue.” Add-ons to an ensemble vary according to the attire, says Chandana. “If you are wearing a heavy traditional garment, you could team it up with heavy ‘jhumkis’, intricate ‘kada’ bangles and a chunky choker. But when trying a fusion attire, it’s best to pick one accessory that you want to highlight, like a neckpiece or even a heavy bracelet.” <br /><br />One could also complete a traditional look with a ‘jadau’ in contrast colours for a striking appeal. “A fusion attire or a flowing outfit can have a contrasting piece that catches the eye,” she says. The season also demands heavy makeup and elaborate jewellery to go with the grand outfits. <br /><br />Thousif Sait, a make-up artist, says, “Contemporary makeup, including bright lip colours like red in matte shade with a heavy base of foundation, eyeliner and mascara, are the requisites for the season. Dark pink or copper shades for the eye are perfect. One can also add a hint of gold at the corner of the eye with a wing eyeliner for an elaborate festival look,” adds Thousif. <br /></p>
