Ditch the Rules: How to Mix and Match Your Ethnic and Western Wardrobe!

Fashion is about innovation, about improvising, about throwing random pieces together to see which of them sticks. We girls just don’t want to be stuck in the same cookie cutter stereotype of wearing the clothes as they are meant to be worn. Let’s take me for example! I’m a sucker for a basic white Tee and jeans, but there is something to be said about mixing and matching different clothes for an exciting outfit. 

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying just wear every wacky outfit together. That would be my worst nightmare – wearing something that looks weird and funny. So, to help with that scenario, down below are just some styling tips for mixing Ethnic and Western Dresses. Let's go! 

Gathered Dress and Distress Jeans

Do you remember the early Alia Bhatt Fashion? Well, you too can be just like her while wearing this. This fusion wear is the undefeated champion when it comes it Indo Wear. And you can style it easily too. Tuck the gathered dress a little in the distressed jeans and accessorize it with statement jewelry like contemporary silver bangles, Hippie necklaces, and even an anklet. You can further style it with a nose ring, emulating the chic look.

Ruffled Dress with a Palazzo and Dupatta 

Now that you have seen a Western look, let's style for ethnic wear! With warm weather around us right now, I’m sure you are in a mood for something light and fun. If you have a short, ruffled dress just lying around in your wardrobe, don’t be shy! Throw a white Palazzo kurta set and dupatta to create an Indo-Western look fitting a queen. Style it with some Jasmin flowers and bindi with traditional jutties for a more traditional look.

Ethnic Jacket with Skinny Jeans and Long T-shirt 

 

It is just like the shrug look but better! Wearing an ethnic jacket with a long Kurta and skinny jeans creates a more formal look while still being fun and zesty. Something like “I am a professional but can suddenly jump into doing the Macarena no problem.” To style, stay on the minimalist side. Heavy or chunky jewelry would take the attention away from the outfit.

Printed Saree with Solid Kurta

What if you want to be a girl boss but a little sophisticated? Something like a Ratna Pathak Shah or Zeenat Aman? Wearing a Solid color Janasya Kurta with a printed Saree is the way to go. A little different from everything else, these two ethnic wear garments create a gorgeous, synergized look. You should always prefer oxidized silver jewelry when styling, as it gives the whole outfit a futuristic look.

Long Kurti as Dress

If you are a little on the shy side like me, you would hesitate a little to don these styles. So, what you can do is wear a long kurta as a dress! You would still be a part of the Indo-western wear club, but comfortable in your own skin. To style this look, go with some statement bohemian earrings and a side sling purse.

And there you have it folks! These Indo-Western looks will make sure you stand out from the crowd. Which one is your favorite? Let us know in the comments visit www.janasya.com for similar Ethnic and Fusion Wear.

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