Patiala Suit
Take one fleeting glance and the voluminous Arabesque trouser and short tunic with a twisted shawl hung over the shoulder can impress a whole society. The regal Patiala suit brings a sense of fashion and sensibility of aristocracy in it feel. It has evolved as a modern garment without losing its conventional appeal. From the backdrop of the palatial palace of the Patiala king, it now is in the forefront of fashion frontiers for designers. Without the pleats, the Patiala suit isn’t what it should be.
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Women who have a tall, statue like body can carry the drapes of the heavy salwar and short tunic. This is because it looks best with kholapuri chappals or juttis. Fat thighs can be skillfully camouflaged with the side drapes of Patiala suit. While the salwar cannot be without the pleats or drapes, the kameez can have different styles. The neckline, sleeves and front can be developed as per individual taste. The entire dress can come as a single piece or different materials can be combined to make a dress. A fabulous Patiala suit is one that will be shrink resistant and the colors will not fade. There are kiddie sizes also for little girls who wish to wear clothes like their mothers. Overseas the Patiala suit is ranked 9th in export sales in the textiles sector. It is popular with the NRI women who still prefer to wear Indian ethnic clothes. Two years ago during the New Delhi Fashion Week, the Patiala suit became the fastest selling item in the latest fashion category.