A combination of East and West

The traditional yet chic appeal of the latest summer collection from Mother Earth adds glamour to the season. The brand is a combination of Eastern hues and Western cuts, which make this collection stand out.

The latest collection at ‘Mother Earth’ comprises of simple yet stylish
kurtis, tops, dhoti patialas, skirts etc.

It has traditional patterns and designs which are also contemporary in style.

The clothes are designed for women of all age groups, keeping in mind their comfort and needs.

What makes this collection unique are the striking colours and bold prints.
The clever use of indigenous patterns weaved in Western cuts and drapes is what makes the collection trendy.

The soft cottons and the mix and match of raw silk and khadi, make the collection extremely appealing. It suits the needs of the modern Indian women.

Juhi, one of the designers with the brand, says that the collection has a very unique blend of colours and designs. Shades of indigo give the clothes an ethnic touch.

“We want to promote Indian designs and fabrics. The colours are very natural and bright, which is right for the season. One can go for the dhoti patialas. The halter-neck kurtas can be teamed with a light cotton skirt.

We have also used Mangalgiri cotton. And the raw silk adds a splendid touch to the attire. Those who prefer ethnic wear can opt for cotton kurtas which can be teamed with bright leggings,” she adds.

For those who like to experiment with their style, the collection is a treat, as the innovative styles can be mixed and matched for all occasions. Whether it is a khadi kurta or a Mangalgiri cotton short top, the choices are plenty. The unique mulmul based block prints and patterns weaved into kurtis add class to one’s wardrobe. This easy blend of trendy and traditional clothes is an ideal choice for work or home. One can team them with jeans, jeggings or leggings for everyday use.

You can also accessorise them with brightly coloured bracelets, earrings and neck pieces, which are also available at the store.

Eshwari, IV Semester, Information Science, JSS Academy of Technical Education, wore an indigo long cotton kurta and teamed it with red leggings. She complemented the look with a red zari border clutch.

Punchline: “The dress is simple and extremely comfortable. It can be teamed with some nice jewellery. I love the colours in the kurta, the blue is beautiful and rich and the
red is very attractive”.

Price:  Indigo cotton kurta (Rs 1,199), red leggings (Rs 399) and clutch (Rs 499).

Sithara, Final Year, Information Technology, Bangalore Institute of Technology, wore a burnt orange halter-neck tunic in Mangalgiri cotton and teamed it up with a printed dhoti patiala.

Punchline: “It is bright, funky and has an ethnic tinge in it. What is interesting is the mix and match of different kinds of fabrics. The look is very unique and can be easily worn for a casual outing or a get together with friends.”

Price: Printed dhoti patiala (Rs 999) and halter tunic (Rs 599).

Sreevidya, Final Year, Information Science, RNSIT, wore a printed yellow and pink cotton short kurti and paired it with yellow leggings.

Punchline: “The colour yellow screams summer and the short kurti is extremely stylish and goes well with the leggings. The kurti has a nice cut and will suit those with a good height. The collection is soothing and definitely made for the season.”

Price: Kurti (Rs 899) and yellow leggings (Rs 399).

Chandana, Final Year, Information Science, JSS Academy of Technical Education, wore a long cotton printed skirt and a Mangalgiri cotton-strap top.

Punchline: “The outfit is elegance personified. It has an ethnic appeal to it. The skirt is beautiful and comfortable. The top is fashionable and looks trendy with the skirt. The beauty of the skirt is that it can be worn anywhere and everywhere, whether it is at work or for a casual outing with friends. If accessorised well, the combination will look very stylish.”

Price: Skirt (Rs 1,099) and Mangalgiri cotton-strap top (Rs 649).

Sharda, Final Year, Information Science, JSS Academy of Technical Education, wore a kalamkari kurta and teamed it with blue leggings and a blue dupatta.

Punchline: “Kalamkari has always been my favourite. This kurta is very stylish because of the way its been made. Teaming it with blue was certainly a good idea. It is light and comfortable and suits my personal style statement as well.”

Price: Kalamkari kurta (Rs 899), blue leggings (Rs 399) and blue dupatta (Rs 249).

Shruthi H C, VI Semester, JSS Academy of Technical Education, wore a teal coloured cotton-silk sleeveless top and clubbed it with a pair of printed Moroccan pants.

Punchline: “The colour is different and when combined with black stripes, it makes the top look very interesting. Moroccan pants are in vogue. Youngsters can be seen wearing them everywhere. As it is cotton, it is very comfortable and can be teamed up with different tops and even kurtas.”

Price: Cotton-silk top (Rs 499) and teal coloured printed Moroccan pants (Rs 699).

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