A BLACK TIE EVENT
Bring it on with a sense of restraint, may be with a sari and a sexy blouse that has a touch of heritage— like real zari Benarsi or a chic chikan one. Or, if you have the figure (and only if) opt for a fabulous dress.
Bring it on with a sense of restraint, may be with a sari and a sexy blouse that has a touch of heritage— like real zari Benarsi or a chic chikan one. Or, if you have the figure (and only if) opt for a fabulous dress.
Clutches and heels are mandatory. There is
an air of formality to this style, so, no necklines that go to the navel or
dresses that are too short. And unless it is a vintage Yves Saint Laurent
Tuxedo suit, you cannot do trousers!
SMART CASUAL
This term is normally seen at a day or high tea invite, or a cozier evening soiree. From smart jeans (not faded or ripped), nice shift dress, kaftan top, printed sari — all work.
This term is normally seen at a day or high tea invite, or a cozier evening soiree. From smart jeans (not faded or ripped), nice shift dress, kaftan top, printed sari — all work.
With so much choice, it baffles that many
women still get the concept of smart casual wrong! Example: bandage dresses are
not smart casual. (There is a certain set of Delhi divas who feel it should be
their uniform for any event) Accessories should be chic, don’t overdo the
bling!
TRADITIONAL
More and more women are opting for saris and when a card says traditional, it really is your best option. No fusion wear please, no kurtis, no drapey dresses and no gowns — that is unless, of course, you are a Hollywood star and gowns are a part of your tradition.
More and more women are opting for saris and when a card says traditional, it really is your best option. No fusion wear please, no kurtis, no drapey dresses and no gowns — that is unless, of course, you are a Hollywood star and gowns are a part of your tradition.
Lehengas and shararas work if it is a more
celebratory function — if not; you may look like mutton dressed as lamb!
Another safe bet is the suit — be it an anarkali or angrakha.
COCKTAIL TIME
There is a reason that cocktail dresses are called cocktail — they are not to be worn before it’s time to have cocktails! So, they should not be worn to your daughter’s birthday party or a ladies lunch.
If
you must do bandage dresses, then this is the time. You can never go wrong with
an LBD (the little black dress) or a chic embellished cocktail sari. There is
elegance to cocktail dressing, so one or two statement baubles is fine, but
don’t wear your whole safe!There is a reason that cocktail dresses are called cocktail — they are not to be worn before it’s time to have cocktails! So, they should not be worn to your daughter’s birthday party or a ladies lunch.
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