Indian traditional wear is so vast and versatile that one can find influences of global fashion in almost all its myriad versions and styles. The JACKET STYLE ANARKALI is one such fine style that has elements borrowed from menswear and also different cultures. A waistcoat/long jacket with vivid patterns and intricate detailing worn over anarkalis makes it the jacket style anarkali. It not just look s more royal and elegant but also is a trend that has been around for seasons without looking repetitive or exhaustive.
Our version of Indian Jackets however is definitely more buoyant, colorful and attractive than its western counterparts. Jackets have become a raging trend when worn over Anarkalis, Lehengas and straight suits as well. They not only enhance the personality of the outfit but also easily flatter most silhouettes.
From long style jackets to short Kotis, there are different styles of Jackets that can be worn over anarkalis-
NEHRU JACKET STYLE ANARKALIS
A Nehru jacket style is a long full sleeved jacket that has a high band collar and is made from heavy fabrics such as worsted wool, jacquards, heavy weight-silks and taffetas. Called Jodhpuri or Bundhgala also, this jacket has front-buttoned plackets. It looks great with flowy ghagras and kurtas. They may or may not have sleeves.
KOTI
This type of jacket is short and normally with or without clasps. It looks great with long kurtas as well as over short kurtas. The kotis were originally worn only by Kashmiris and Himachalis but the trend percolated down to the fashion highway and became too mainstream to ignore. Koti worn by women is shorter in length, typically the size of a regular sari blouse.
WASKET
The wasket could have full or half length sleeves depending on the season. It is a longer version of the koti with the front panel buttoned or embellished with some stylish clasps. Waskets are normally waist length and look very elegant draped over anarkalis. They are made of of various different fabrics and look best embellished with intricate work or patterns.
Jacket style Anakalis are a popular choice of girls for heavy wedding functions and their lighter versions are used just as commonly in office wear and also informal get togethers. With different cuts and styles coming in everyday, we can see the jackets being made from many fabrics such as silk, suede, leather and crushed fabrics.
Jacket style anarkalis are timeless and you can style them for different occasions. Take good care of them and maintain them with care to ensure that they keep getting you compliments every time you wear them. You can also shop some gorgeous JACKET STYLE ANARKALIS at PEACHMODE now, so go ahead and indulge.
