Do you know why, even in the era of LBDs, dungarees, gowns and kurtas, dupattas are still a craze? Why women still prefer to stack them in their wardrobes in so many different shades? Why most ethnic brands have their signature style premium range of dupattas?
Because it is that elegant piece of ethnic clothing that can truly make or break your look. It can transform the whole look of your outfit. Draping the right dupatta with the right outfit can take you from ordinary to extraordinary.
In the dupatta game, we have come from plain Chiffon or Georgette ones in rainbow shades to contemporary, geometric patterns and embroidered or embellished ones in silk and linen. It has grown longer or shorter, wider or narrower, plainer or more extravagant with fashion’s whims, but has never gone out of fashion and is so much in demand now! And with the multitude different styles of draping and wearing them, it has become more of a stylish accessory. In fact, today the trend seems to be all about double dupattas!
Depending on the fabric and design, it is a versatile piece of clothing. If you are bored of wearing plain salwar suits to office, you can up the game with some great dupattas. If you think your silk kurta in a solid color is too bland for a celebration, look no further, just an embellished dupatta and you will be in the limelight.
So today it is essential that women stack upon different types of dupattas to put to use at various occasions and ace the grace to look like a total diva.
Go on a dupatta spree and discover a new glamour dimension to your wardrobe and to create a stylish silhouette! Here are our top recommendations of some great styles.
Indie Picks Patri Handblock Print Pure Chanderi Dupatta
Geometric pattern are quite a rage in ethnic outfits these days. We even saw that trend at fashionista and bollywood celebrity Sonam Kapoor’s reception lehenga. Then why not choose them on dupattas for a contemporary twist!
This one in a black chanderi cotton silk has patri handblock prints and tassels. And is a sure winner for any formal or casual occasion.
Tip: It is best to combine geometric or similar pronounced prints with solid colors to make the dupatta the focus.
Price Range: Rs 800 – Rs 1,400
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AKS Beige & Golden Silk Woven Design Dupatta
If you are not looking forward to wear a lehenga or saree yet fancy a royal ethnic look a wedding or family celebration, then what better way than this beige and golden woven design dupatta.
Tip: Best teamed with bright solid color outfits.
Price Range: Rs 800 – Rs 1,400
W Womens Printed Woven Dupatta
With a woven golden pattern, this pink dupatta by W will elevate your ethnic style provide you a rich and grand look.
Price Range: Rs 1,800 – Rs 2,800
AJIO Embroidered Dupatta with Sequins
Add a bit of yellow and you are adding vibrance to your plain outfit. To college, mehendi or diwali celebrations, this floral embroidered dupatta with sequins and an interesting border, will add charm to your fashion statement.
Price Range: Rs 800 – Rs 1,600
Indie Picks Srikalahasti Handpainted Kalamkari Cotton Dupatta
Another one with geometric patterns, this too is hand painted with kalamkari designs. It has a combination of colors, making it an interesting choice for formal and casual occasions.
Price Range: Rs 2,700 – Rs 3,800
Indie Picks Handloom Maheshwari Dupatta with Woven Border
You will fall in love with this shade! Bedecked with shimmery golden borders with woven design and tassels, this rich purple violet shade Maheshwari dupatta will complement any ensemble with endless flair.
Price Range: Rs 1,000 – Rs 2,000
Indie Picks Pure Silk Kota Dupatta with Handblock Dabu Print
A piece of art in pure Kota silk, this dupatta with handblock dabu print all over and a zari border can amp up any Indian outfit. Tassels add some extra prettiness!
Price Range: Rs 1,000 – Rs 2,000
Indie Picks Clamp-Dyed Shibori Pure Chanderi Dupatta
When it comes dupattas, you can never forget the combination of white/ivory/off white with Indigo! This one is too beautiful to let go! The patterns, the shade, the tassels, will all melt your heart. Formal/casual, it will add the much needed richness to your outfit.
Price Range: Rs 800 – Rs 1,400
Indie Picks Handblock Discharge Print Pure Chanderi Dupatta
A true summer color, this dupatta in an orange mustard shade with handprinted Bagru designs, will be a great addition to your wardrobe! And you will be sure to get noticed when wearing this one.
Price Range: Rs 1,000 – Rs 2,000
So there you go, we have given you women out there some great picks! Now just shop and drape!
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