You know those days when you're standing in front of a closet full of clothes, and all you can think is "I have nothing to wear!"? Your favourite top is too wrinkled, your trusty denims are in the wash, and the shirt you've come to rely on is just not working. These are the days, I've always safely reached for a beautiful Kurti, and instantly my outfit concerns were resolved. That's the beauty of ethnic clothes, you can always fall back on them for effortless elegance and grace, and an outfit that turns a couple of heads at the very least. Not to mention how comfortable a Kurti is to don, particularly during sweltering summer days.
So, if you have a hard time resisting a lovely ethnic piece, we are here to make things more difficult! Or easier, depends on how you look at it. The Kareena For Imara collection has been on our fashion radars for a while, with each piece up for grabs enticing us more than the previous one. All the ethnic ensembles we came across in this collection, are immensely refined yet traditional, and utterly summer-friendly. So let us help you expand your ethnic wardrobe with these 10 picks from the captivating Kareena For Imara collection.
1. Fluttering Pixels Kurti
This bright coloured Kurti is light as a feather, making it the perfect option in this humid weather! Poetry aside, we love the slit detailing that this vibrant ethnic piece comes with, and the mandarin collar that adds so much elegance to the item. It's lightly speckled with a delicate embroidery pattern, and the front button down detail lands it the position of an ideal ethnic workwear piece. Pair this with white cotton pants or a light palazzo and you're set to go.
Cost
INR 599
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2. Halter Neck Pink Dress
This sleeveless pink dress is the perfect fusion of Indian and Western wear, ideal for a house party set up or a dinner date, in equal measure. The round neckline has a beautiful wrap around detail, and the halter design is immensely flattering. We love the colour combination of Fuschia pink with delicate gold, and the V-cut down the neckline makes the piece even more graceful. You can don this ethnic piece either with a pair of leggings, or as a stand-alone dress to get all eyes transfixed on you.
Cost
INR 719
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3. Embellished Gold Kurta
We can't stop raving about how stunning and elegant this rusty gold colour is. The simplicity of the Kurti, thrown together with the subtle colour makes it super versatile for styling. It features a straight hem cut, along with a side slit detail. We particularly love the embellished neckline and sleeves, and the graceful shine that this Kurti has. You can choose to both dress it down for work, or dress it up when you're stepping out with the gang.
Cost
INR 759
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4. Sheer Dragon Shrug
We love this sheer shrug simply because of the plethora of styling options it brings to our wardrobes! This is an ideal piece when you're putting together a fusion outfit, and the pretty dragon flare makes it even more so. Red and gold will always be a timeless colour combination, especially when it comes in a delicate embroidery piece like the one on the hem of this piece. The cut is asymmetrical and the design very trendy, so you can either go full ethnic or wear an all-black camisole and pants outfit underneath.
Cost
INR 829
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5. Sunrise Yellow Kurta
This piece reasserts the notion of beauty in simplicity. The straight cut of the Kurti gives the traditional piece, just the right touch of contemporary, and the stunning sunrise yellow colour takes its grace several notches up. It comes with simple silver piping, which brings out the beautiful golden colour of the Kurti even more. We also love the chequered texture of this piece, and the minimal mustard sequin detailing. Easy going, and so fashionable.
Cost
INR 919
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6. Spring Blossoms Kurta
It doesn't get more ethnic graceful than this one! We honestly don't know where to start, the Kurti is so vibrant and light, it's a must-have for the summer. We love the double flared layer and the notched neckline, both of which make this piece a complete show-stopper. The colour combination is beautiful with hues of red, pink and white, and the intricate floral embroidery is the clear cherry on an already delightful cake! This Kurti in itself is so gorgeous, you can go bare minimum with everything else and still shine spectacularly.
Cost
INR 1,169
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7. Delicate Floral Kurta
This one is another head-turner with its simplicity and Chanderi polycotton material. Perfect for those with minimalistic ethnic fashion sensibilities, we love the graceful off white colour. The colourful floral embroidery brings out the Kurti's inherent charm, and the simple straight cut makes it ideal for being paired with both an ethnic bottom piece, or a pair of jeans. Don't miss out on the sheer sleeve detail, which will certainly help you keep cool in the heat outside.
Cost
INR 1,169
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8. Flared Embroidered Shrug & Kurta Set
Slightly pricey, but worth every penny is this dignified shrug and Kurta set. First off, the colour combination of delicate beige with a deep earthy brown makes this an ethnic set you have to snag. The sleeveless kurta underneath features a graceful boat neckline, and the shrug is super chic with its detailed embroidery on the yoke. It also has a tassel closure which amps up the style quotient exponentially, and this modish set can be worn for both work and play!
Cost
INR 2,069
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9. Royal Robes Shrug & Kurta Set
We just discovered a majestic ethnic set for you, to flaunt at your next house party. You're welcome! The set is made of a luxurious mulmul fabric, which is absolutely soft to the touch and super comfy to don. The beige colour combination in this Kurta and shrug set is minimal yet immensely eye-catching, and the gold detailing is what further ameliorates its beauty. The flared hem is equally gorgeous, and the side slits of the shrug give it a voguish look. Aptly named, don't you think?
Cost
INR 2,889
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10. Whispers Of The Willow Lehenga Set
How any clothing can be so understand and vibrant at the same time, is beyond me. A classic off-white lehenga set with exquisite silver embroidery, this set is a total enchanter. It features a sophisticated Chanderi fabric, along with elegant bead ornamentation. But it's the pairing of this set, with the stunning yellow dotted dupatta that gives it an undeniable opulent appeal. Stylish, classy and more than equipped to grab eyeballs, this is what our ethnic dreams are made of!
Cost
INR 3,019
Image Courtesy - Imara
Because life, is too short to wear boring clothes ladies!