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Latest Trends for Spring Summer 2008

April 16th, 2008 by UTSAV

Color Trends: New fashion colors for spring-summer are bright and clear. Now, we can have polychromatic wardrobes i.e. with more than 10 different colors like citrus tones of lemon, official oranges, golden hues, neutrals, bluebells, lilacs, purples, mauves, pinks, peaches, and pomegranate red. These are the coming color trends. Traditional black with white, ultramarine blue, navy or creamy ecru set with white, are the easy alternatives for classic schemes. Some find such stunning radiance raucous. For this summer, be willing to embrace pops of color by selecting the tints and tones that suits you most. But think twice while buying the hottest fashion colors. Some colors will make you look pale, at the same time others will make you look and feel fresh and clear skinned. For this Spring-Summer, blue has become as a fashion color. The trend for blue has been slowly growing. Blue is back on the fashion color palette and with a retaliation. The Czars have worked on spring’s electric blues to produce a wide range of attractive tones like royal blue, ink blue and ultramarine blue. And if it is not your favorite color then make it as a blue outfit is a seasonal must-have.

 

 
Prints and Patterns: Floral and graphic patterns are very much in this season. Flowers are big this summer with brighter shades. Abstract and geometric prints are combined with versions of flower festooned outfits. Kalamkari print and brasso print in floral designs is in fashion with all kinds of outfits. Make sure you buy a pattern that suits your body shape. If you have big shoulders, or are very curvy, some patterns may brogue the parts of your body you don’t want to draw attention to. Try on a few styles to see what works for you. If you wear a floral print dress this summer you will have bought into the latest floral fashion trend. The mixed prints create a patchwork of sheers and semi sheer fabrics that mix and blend to appealing effect.

 

 

OutfitsMaxi dresses, floral dresses, tunics, cocktail dresses in graphic prints and from glamorous tea dresses to ruffled retro looks are very much in trend for this Spring-Summer. Sarees with floral, graphic and mixed patterns are the most talked abouts for this hot season. Indian styles in western cuts like frock style salwar kameez, anarkali style salwar kameez and asymmetrical hemline salwar kameez latest in trend.

 

 

 

 

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Exclusive Sarees at Affordable Prices.

April 8th, 2008 by Utsav

Affordable SareeTo beat the heat of this hot season, go for these low cost faux georgette printed sarees. The light and comfortable fabric of these exclusive sarees will give you a sophisticated and feminine look. The cuts, necklines, and styling of the designer blouses give the saree a contemporary look. The bright colors and patterns are most apt according to the latest trends. The latest collection is basically for the women who love to wear sarees everyday. As it’s the most elegant outfit for the women, we have designed it in the same way by keeping in mind all the age groups. The patterns and prints are for all time worn like to a high tea parties or kiddies’ birthday parties or some official meetings and get-togethers.

To keep you updated and stylish according to the latest trends is our basic motto. Send your queries and let us help you to choose your best outfit.

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Exclusive traditional Indian embroideries for that perfect partywear

February 6th, 2008 by Utsav

Embroidery is an art used to beautify or decorate a fabric with the use of thread or yarn stitched into the fabric with a needle. It is essentially a handicraft or even created with the use of sewing machines to produce machine embroidery. Embroidery has been in existence since 3000 BC. Ancient embroidery artifacts have survived from Egypt, Iron Age Northern Europe and Song Dynasty China. It was Popular among Arabs and Mughals of olden days, embroidered ladies salwar suits come in many different styles. Those people prefer embroidered salwar kameez in ordinary cotton fabric with as many as eighty panels with ornate embroidery and mirror work. Royalty could afford more intricate brocade, tanchoi and heavy satins even with real gold and silver embroidery, studded with precious stones. This art is again a manifestation of man’s ability to create beautiful things and has since evolved and today embellishments and embroidery are an integral part of fashion. This creative art has given self-employment to many ladies and karigars. It’s a tough job. Flawlessness and perfection in this art can be achieved only through constant practice.

India is very rich in terms of art and crafts because of different communities and culture of its people. India is a diversified country having varied range of cultures and customs. The Indian art and craft have become world famous. These arts have acclaimed international fame and are in great demand in western countries. After independence these arts were revived by the Indian government which improved the declining situation of the Indian embroideries. The main support came from the Indian government.There is huge demand of Indian embroidered garments. Indian fashion has come a long way. Not only has it grown rapidly, but there has also been a revival of traditional Indian fabric and embroidery. Exclusive embroidery is their domain and forte. There is huge variety of embroideries done in India, here are few of them which have got more fame in terms of popularity in international market : -

Zardozi workt: It  is also termed as metal embroidery or metallic applique embroidery. It is an ancient form of embroidery basically done with gold or silver zari threads. It is also known as metal embroidery. Although now-a-days it is also done with colored metal threads.The word Zardozi is derived by combining two words Zar and Dozi which in Persian language means gold and embroidery respectively. It finds its genesis in Persia and flourished considerably under the reign of Akbar the Mughal Emperor. Initially it was done with real metal threads of gold and silver for the rich and royal. In between the application of pearls and precious stones looks stunning on it.

Zardozi work is an extension of zari embroidery which is done with crochet hook. A crochet hook is used with metallic threads and the stitch resembles a chain stitch. As zardozi is done with coiled metal wires studded with stones, beads, etc is heavy in weight therefore is done on fabrics that are thick and heavy like silk, velvet, stain, crepe, etc. Clothes with zardozi are an integral part for any wedding or important functions as it depicts royalty.

Mirror Embroidery: Mirror embroidery is the specialty of Gujarat state. This form of embroidery finds its origin during the 13th century in Persia. It is always coupled with other forms of embroidery using different size and shaped mirrors as embellishments. The mirrors used are of different shapes and sizes like round shape, diamond shape, square shape, etc. However round shape is the most common shape of mirrors used in this form of embroidery.

Basically it was more utilized by Jats community. It is embroidered using colorful threads like red, green, blue, yellow, black, maroon, etc. Many different types of stitches like cross stitch, buttonhole stitch and satin stitch are used in its combination.

This art apart from Gujarat state is also practiced in neighboring state of Rajasthan and in appliqué art of Orissa.It is usually used on ethnic garments as well as on Indo-western outfits and is fast gaining popularity in the west as well. This embroidery has also seen the limelight of international ramp shows too.

 Kantha Embroidery: Kantha is the traditional form of embroidery of West Bengal. This embroidery uses a running stitch and is used to decorate quilts, bed sheets, blankets, saris, salwar suits, stoles, napkins, etc. Patterns like human beings, animals, flowers, geometric designs and mythological figures are usually created with this kind of embroidery. The different types of Kantha include Sujani kantha, Durjani kantha, Lep kantha, Archilata kantha, Rumal kantha and Oaar kantha.

Many online stores coming up catering to the demand of the customers with online Indian fashion clothes. www.utsavsarees.com is another such online store which caters to exclusive Indian apparels that too at great discounts. Discount code: Blog10 Enter this code at checkout and get 10% discount on all purchases.

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Ladies punjabi suits in different colors and styles

February 6th, 2008 by Utsav

Punjabi suits is the ethnic outfit of North India. Indian culture is carved with numerous traditional occasions. It gives exquisite look to one’s persona. It has gained the status of being a very comfortable outfit and has risen in the popularity chart of garments amongst every age group. These suits are usually very colorful i.e have darker tones and very heavy embroideries. Punjabi Suit is famous for its comfort and look not only in India but also in abroad.

It is a three- piece outfit consisting of a kameez, salwar and a dupatta. Traditional Kameez is normally long upto knee with wide circumference (Gher) it has different fittings, neck styles, sleeve styles, sleeve length and cuts. Salwar part is a bottom part of the Punjabi Suit. Traditionally it is wide from top. Normally the traditional salwar size from top at waist area is almost double the actual waist size to make it comfortable to wear. Dupatta also known as an odhani is a long scarf or shawl generally worn around the neck or over the head. The dupatta is also in festive colors and has gorgeous embroidery. A salwar, kameez looks incomplete without it.

Traditional Punjabi suits are very beautifully designed with traditional embroideries like phulkari .Embroidery is an art of hand weaving which is done with the help of needle, also known as needlework. Like every other art form, needs to be understood to be fully appreciated and enjoyed. They are handwork over the woven threads on clothing. Embroidered Salwar Kameez is the traditional wear of Indian women since long time. The embroidered salwar kurta made up of a comfortable fabric, can be worn on festivals or other celebrations. Feminine and graceful, the salwar kurta is decorated with embroidery and mirror work.

Alike Indian Traditions, Punjabi suits are also varied:

You can wear Phulkari Punjabi suits, Patiala shahi suits and Churidars. Patiala is favourate among all and its unique styling attracts the eyes. Patiala Salwar kameez is similar to Indian traditional salwar kameez except that Patiyala salwar has more pleates and big fall comes on wearing at back. However, short kurta is more popular. The kameez of Patiala salwar kameez is rounded at the flaps, had slits upto the waist and comfortable to wear due to proper fitting. Patiala salwar is very comfortable to wear. The whole set comes in variety of fabric, colours and patterns starting from plain, printed to embroidered ones.

The Churidar is also one of the type of Punjabi suit and looks amazing. It is actually pants made in such a way that it is tight from the knee down and loose and comfortable from the knee up. It is worn very similar to draw string pants but the legs are tapered. The basic difference between salwar and a churidar is that salwar is a loose pajama-like trousers while the churidar is a tight-fitting trouser which gathers at the ankles. Their extremes are crinkled and crumpled to fit. Creases thus developed resemble ‘churis’ or bangles, hence the name churidar kameez. They are stitched in different types of fabric: silk, cotton, chiffon, georgette and so on. Today, the short kurta and churidar which looks very elegant and is in fashion too.

Now a days fashion industries is booming at fast pace. Many designers had came out with fabulous designs and we are laded with all the elegant and trendy variety of Punjabi suits with different embroideries, designs and colours.

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Season’s latest Indian fabrics and designs online

November 6th, 2007 by Utsav

According to the modern climatic studies India undergoes seasons like the summer season, monsoon or the rainy season and the winter season.The presence of different seasons raises the need for clothes in fabrics which can cater to these different and changing climatic conditions.                               

Summer season is that time of the climatic cycle where the sun shines at its peak. The scorching heat drenches everyone with sweat. Therefore light weight fabrics should be worn. Light weight fabrics are thin therefore they are cool and comfortable to wear. Some of the summer fabrics are cotton, linen, polyester, chiffon, georgette. Cotton cloth is made from a fibre which is obtained from the cotton plants seed pod. It is soft and absorbent fabric, can be dyed easily and is available in a wide range of colours and prints. You can also opt for a blend of cotton and polyester fabric as cotton keeps the body cool and polyester does not need ironing, therefore it is a good bet. Linen is made from flax a bast fiber taken from stalk of the plant. It is a strong and smooth fabric. It is also a highly absorbent fabric. Polyester fibres are strong and they come in many weights. It is also crease resistant.Chiffon is a silk fabric which is soft and transparent. It is light weight and can be dyed easily. Georgette is a sheer crepe silk fabric. It is heavier than chiffon and has a crinkled surface.                                   

Rainy season is one people anxiously look up to for the much needed respite from the scorching summers. It is also a season when the weather is quite sticky. You need to wear light weight fabrics like cotton, khadi, linen which do not stick to the body. Khadi is a hand spun and hand woven cotton fabric. It is a very versatile fabric as it can be worn in summers as well as winters.                                 

Then comes the winter season when you need special clothes to fight the biting cold. There are different types of fabrics woven and knitted which give warmth to the body, some of them being silk, velvet, corduroy, brocade, tweed. Silk a natural protein fiber is obtained from cocoon of a silkworm. It is of different types and also comes in different colours. Tussar silk or raw silk is one of them. It is made from wild silk worms and has an irregular surface because the yarns are thick and thin. Velvet is made from silk. It is a type of tufted fabric in which the cut threads are evenly distributed. It is an expensive fabric. Corduroy is a winter friendly fabric. It is durable. Brocade is a rich and expensive fabric. It is a jacquard weave which has an uncombed effect. Tweed is a soft unfinished woolen fabric which is equally durable.

One can easily shop online for these seasonal fabrics which are equally trendy and comfortable. www.utsavsarees.com is a exclusive online Indian apparel store which caters to the demand of all seasonal couture demand. You can easily shop these seasonal Indian fabrics and coutures at exclusive 10% discount on any purchase from Utsav Sarees.

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Indian fabrics for slimmer look

July 22nd, 2007 by Utsav

 Fabrics form an integral part of our life. Apart from covering us which is the basic necessity of our life, it serves other purposes also like comfort, warmth, fashion. All kinds of Indian fabrics are made using fibers as their raw material. Fabrics are made from natural fibers like plant, animal and mineral sources but now in the twentieth century they were supplemented by artificial fibers made from petroleum.                          

 

 Indian Fabrics are of different types, they come in different textures, weaves, prints, colors. Fabrics can be effectively used to camouflage an individual’s body by making him or her look plump or slim. But no matter what ever their size people want to look slim and the trick lies in wearing clothes made of the right kind of fabric that is appropriate for their individual body shape, making them look slimmer.  

 

 Today the market is flooded with different kinds of Indian fabrics, each serving a different purpose. Fabrics should be chosen wisely.  In order to look slim shiny or heavy textured fabrics should not be worn. Avoid stiff, hard and clingy fabrics. Over spandexed fabrics should be totally avoided as they magnify every possible bulge. Fabrics like georgette, chiffon, crepe, some cotton and silk blends can be worn to give a slimming effect.  

 

GEORGETTE: It is a sheer crepe Indian fabric with pebbly surface. It has a dull face and has an outstanding durability. Usually it has same yarns in warp and filling. Though georgettes are heavier than chiffons, they give a very good fall. It drapes well giving a slim look to the body. Georgette saris, salwar kameez, kurtas, dresses are very popular among all age groups. It is available in a wide range of colors. This fabric can be dyed as well as printed easily. Surface embellishments like embroidery, beads and sequins enhance the beauty of the fabric. 

 

CHIFFON: This is an extremely lightweight, thin, fine and sheer fabric. It is usually made of nylon, rayon or silk and the filament yarns are highly twisted. It is made using plain weave and is translucent in appearance. It is lighter than chiffon and is a very delicate fabric. It is generally used for dresses, tops, tunics, salwar kameez and saris. The appearance of this fabric can be enhanced as it can not only be dyed in different colors but can also be embellished as well as embroidered. 

 

CREPE: Crepe is a fabric with pebbly or crinkled surface. It is produced by use of special high twist crepe yarns. It can be granite or plain weave. It gives a perfect fall and is light weight. It is a user friendly fabric as it can not only be dyed but it can also be embroidered and printed. It can be used in salwar kameez, saris, tops, tunics, kurtis, dresses and many other garments. Apart from these Indian fabrics there are many cotton blend and silk blend fabrics which give a slimming effect. 

 

COTTON: Cotton is a natural fabric which gives a slim look. Cotton is obtained from a bushy plant, scientifically known as gossypium. The fruit part of the plant is used to make cotton fabric. These fibers when spun into thread are used to make soft, breathable textile. It is a very versatile fabric. There are many cotton blend fabrics available in the market today, which when properly used give a slimmer look 

 

SILK: Silk is a very strong and absorbent fabric. It has a unique softness. Silk fibers are made from cocoons of silk worms and are used to make thread and fabric. Many silk blend fabrics give a slim look when worn. In order to look slim an important thing to be kept in mind is to wear the appropriate colors. Apart from black which is an accepted slimming color other colors such as violet, olive, navy, grey, chocolate, brown and burgundy also give a slimmer look 

 

 So the next time you venture out for shopping, make sure to pick up the appropriate Indian fabrics vis-à-vis appropriate colors if you want to camouflage your bulges and look slim.

 www.utsavsarees.com is one such online stores which really have wide variety of Indian fabrics suitable for all type of customers.  

 

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