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CONTEMPORARY
WOMEN
Salwaar
kameez
Though a north Indian dress the salwar kameez in kerala has
become
a craze among the younger generations. It’s acceptance is to a
large extent due to its unique and outstanding styles and
convenience. The comfort that salwar kameez provides has made it
so popular that it is worn on formal and non formal occasions.
In kerala tradition always played a prominent part in the
acceptance of every form of modern dress circulating in the
country.
Lehnga
Lehnga is steeped in tradition and its history can be traced to
the mughal royalty. Considered the apt dress on ceremonial
occasions and worn by people of royal blood in olden days,
lehngas come in many different styles. Lehangas are glamorous and
elaborate. Rich fabrics such as silk, organza, jamewars and
brocades have been used lavishly in lehengas. The creations are
inspired by the timeless traditional motifs and contemporary
patterns. The colors are bright in hues of reds, oranges,
maroons, and gold. Considered to be the most appropriate
feminine dress lehengas are available in a variety of sizes. It
has become so popular in kerala that lehanga has replaced the
traditional sari among a large chunk of the younger
generations. It is also considered to be the best wear during the
day and evening time.
Short
Kurtis and long kurtis
Though a late entrant to the kerala fashions scene, the kurtas
have captured the imagination and fashion demands of a large
portion of the younger feminine folk.
The cut of the Kurta provides room for air to flow between the 
garment and your skin and Kurtas often feature the long sleeves
you need to cover-up after a bout of sunbathing. What sets the
garment apart is often the embroidery. Zardozi, traditional gold
and silver wire embroidery has been superseded by plain thread
embroidery to give the under-stated, yet elegant look for the
daytime. Chikankari is a lovely work, which involves intricate
shadow type of embroidery done on white yarn. The Kurti is
unlikely to die. Trends may change, chikankari work may be
superseded by phulkari and the style may push the boundaries
with ever more transparent tunics, but when it comes to comfort,
style, and sheer wear ability there is little to beat the humble
Tunic.
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