Formal Wear

Kameez: is a long top, shirt or tunic, with long side splits. It can vary length from waist level through to mid calf level. It may be full or half sleeves or may be sleeveless depending on style. The side seams/splits (also known as chaak) of the shirt open up at hip level and may range from 2 to 14 inches depending on the fashion, The chaak enable ease of movement.

Shalwar: A flared form of trousers, gathered at the waist in pleated format which falls gracefully and is worn under a long blouse. The top of the Shalwar has a belt area which sometimes has an elasticized back for ease of movement or a drawstring to tie around your waste (similar to track suit bottoms). The ankle region of the Shalwar (paincha) may be accentuated with embroidery, crochet or lace.

Kurta: A looser version of the fitted Kameez. This is an A-lined shirt that has bias cut panels on each side at the front and back. The Kurta may also have side splits for ease of movement. The Kurta is generally below the knee in length and may be worn with trouser garments such as the Shalwar, pajama, churridar or Laacha.