Holi has a fashion idiom of its own. Sandeep Sharma lists out the textiles best suited for splashing of colours
Clothes and accessories are indispensable parts of most Indian festivals. One such occasion is Holi which immerses one in the colours of happiness and joy. It is also an event to flaunt the latest fashion trends and a reason to buy new clothes. Gone are the days when people used to dress up in old clothes for Holi. The growing trend of parties brings the onus of looking your best. The fact that one has to dress up on Holi, only to be splashed with colors does not deter today’s generation from flaunting the latest fashion. Here is a list of fabrics that you can customise to design your own playful Holi outfits.
Fabrics like cotton and rayon are the best picks for this breezy, colourful festival. It’s the craft done on these soft, summery fabrics which makes each one of them unique in their own way.
Indigo :The deep blue color of the indigo dye suits the mood of the festival. Hand block floral and abstract indigo motifs done on soft and durable cotton can be designed into an ideal Holi brunch dress.
Ajrak: Welcome the onset of Spring with the natural colours of Ajrak, extracted from madder roots, berries, roses, leaves, turmeric, saffron and oak bark to design boho-chic outfits that resonate with the vibe of the festival.
Kalamkari: Kalamkari motifs like vines, figurines and Buddha faces, dipped in natural colours can append a soothing elegance to outfits for your evening celebrations.
Ikat: Compliment the festive feel of Holi with colourful, blurry Ikat patterns designed into chic daytime Holi dresses.
Tie and Dye: A vivacious play of dyes and threads on soft summery fabrics, like cotton and rayon,can help make a splashy statement in colours like yellow, blue, pink and red.
Bandhani: A fruitful and vibrant addition to one’s outfit, Bandhani dupattas can be teamed with a plethora of bright basic ethnic ensembles for a Holi lunch.
leheriya: A colorful take on stripes in contrasting colours like green, purple, pink and yellow, radiates a vibe of joy and celebration.
Batik: A versatile technique of wax printing, the colors are usually very vibrant with flowy designs making them a perfect match for Holi.