Diana Vreeland once said, “Fashion is part of the daily air, and it changes all the time, with all the events. You can even see the approaching of a revolution in clothes. You can see and feel everything in clothes.” We can see in today’s fashion trend how true Diana is. Over the course of time, the apparel industry of India has become highly westernized. It has become more competitive and lucrative, attracting women of every generation towards the effortless and simple style of clothing. Rapid urbanization and the evolution of the e-commerce sector in the past decade have made western clothing more accessible. Women, particularly the young generation, are getting more conscious of their fashion choices and are now ready to pay for quality western wear.
A former beauty queen and grooming expert Bhatnagar have pointed out that some essence of casual western wear is not only seen in major metropolitan cities but is picking up pace in mini-metros and small towns as well. Social media, fashion shows, red carpet events, celebrities, and influencers are all equally playing a part in endorsing western wear, so we have put together our all-time favourite western pieces that we think every Indian woman should own.
Staple White
We will rest our case with this statement by G. K. Chesterton, who stated, “White is not a mere absence of colour; it is a shining and affirmative thing, as fierce as red, as definite as black.” White is a staple. White is a constant. You can never go wrong with a plain or graphic white tee, white blouse, white top, or anything that looks like white. For the days you are unsure of your outfit, throw on your white shirt and pair it with denim, sweats, or shorts, and If there’s one thing we can be sure of, you will be wearing this staple on rotation.
Majestic Black
Neiman Marcus said, “Women who wear black lead colourful lives.” And we at KR Cotoure believe that too! Black is majestic and an all-time classic. Whether you are a college student or working in corporate, wearing black gives sharp bossy vibes with a clear air of authority. Pairing your black blouse with a pencil skirt or loose pants will definitely become your new signature look.
Boyfriend Jeans
Jeans are an essential part of our wardrobe. You might already have an old school pair of straight or skinny jeans, but we are definitely sure that a chic boyfriend jeans never made it to your wardrobe. This versatile pair has the ability to be worn during the day, as well as can be dressed up for a night out. Style it with an oversized tee or a colourful floral blouse, and you have already nailed the look. Consider buying these jeans as a new denim addition because, between us, there is no such thing as too much denim.
Slouchy Sweats
You might ask how did sweats even made the list but let us tell you sweats have become a popular runway look. Pair the casual sweats with a classic tee and snickers, and you have got yourself a trendy yet comfortable outfit. This airport, call-it-a-home day look has made outside the home and has become a wardrobe essential for many Indian women.
A Suit
Even if no one agrees, we believe that a woman can pull off men’s dressing 100 times better than men. (It’s just us, but we know you also think the same). A well-tailored suit with the finest of the fabric is what women need to take over the world completely. A coloured blouse with well-fitted pants and jacket is the fool-proof look and an epitome of business wear. Pairing the suit with heel or stilettos will definitely earn you some head turns.