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Kurta is classic, yet ever evolving type of garment. It is an inseparable part of any Indian’s wardrobe. It is an ethnic wear for the people in Central, West and South Asia as well. Interestingly, kurtas created quite a stir in the United States in 1960s and 1970s as a part of the hippie fashion.

It is popularly worn by both men and women. Sometimes it is called as kurti if worn by women. Kurtas are comfortable and versatile, thus popular. They have many forms with numerous styles, patterns and designs. They can be casual or fancy and can be worn for simply any occasion.

For Men

Men’s kurtas are available in various styles, lengths and materials. They can be broadly classified as casual and formal wear. Casual kurtas are usually made up of soft and comfortable materials. They are perfect daily wears and are not as much costly as the formal ones. Formal kurtas, on the other hand, mostly have intricate designs consist of embroidery, sequins and studs. They are ideal to be worn at festivals, parties and weddings.

Kurtas can also be divided into two types based on their styles: traditional and modern. Traditional ones have elaborate detailing complete with various adornments. Traditional kurtas having heavy artwork are paired up with a matching stole or a turban. Such rich combinations are worn by bridegrooms during weddings. Modern kurtas are much subdued and usually have Mandarin collars which are short, unfolded and stand-up type.

For Women

Kurtas are more popular with women. They are commonly known as kurtis. It is rare to find a woman whose wardrobe does not have even a single kurti. Kurtis come in many varieties depending up on their lengths, cuts and patterns. They can have innumerable types of prints as floral, geometric, abstract and graphic. Some have region specific embroideries like Lucknow’s, Jaipur’s or Kashmiri. Some unique and exclusive kurtis have hand-painted Madhubani and Warli elements.

Lengths

Kurtas are preliminary divided into three types when it comes to length: thigh-length, knee-length and mid-calf length. Women’s Anarkali type of kurti is sometimes long enough to reach ankles. Lengths of kurtas decide different ways to wear them.

Ways to Wear

Men can wear kurtas with dhoti, pyjama, churidar or even jeans. Kurtas with shorter lengths go well with pyjama or jeans. Dhoti and churidars are suitable for medium and longer lengths. For Women, kurtis having any length can be worn with churidar, leggings or jeans. Kurtis having short or medium lengths look good with salwars and patialas.

Fabrics

Commonly used fabrics to make kurtas are cotton, lycra, net, chiffon, rayon and combination of various such materials. Silk fabrics have a plush look to them. Khadi material is widely used to stitch kurtas with classy Indian look. Kurtas can be worn to many places and for numerous purposes which include day-to-day, casual, religious, festive and formal occasions. The comfort, options and versatility of kurtas make them popular and timeless.

Rupa Aggarwal is the famous writer here i am explaining about Kurtas popularly worn by both men and women. Sometimes it is called as kurti if worn by women. Kurtas are comfortable and versatile, thus popular. Kurtis can also be divided into two types based on their styles: traditional and modern.

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