Sherwani - Most Classy Attire for Men

by Indian Saree Indian Wedding Sarees

Sherwani is one of the most sought traditional outfit for men. This time honored long garment is in a form of a knee length coat or sometimes bit longer and is extremely popular in South Asia. It also bears a striking resemblance with traditional men’s long coat like Doublet or Achkan. The origin of Sherwani is believed to be from a Muslim community but now it has become one of the most preferred traditional outfits for Hindus as well. Along with groom, now his kin and close friends also opt for Sherwani. However there is a large difference between the Sherwani for groom as it is highly embroidered and has lots of work on it and is heavy than the normal Sherwani. There are all kinds of Sherwani available and one can choose according to one’s taste as well as the occasion on which it needs to worn as well as the budget.

Though Sherwani has been considered more as a traditional Indian men’s wear but modern fashion designers are giving a touch of exclusivity to traditional Sherwani designs by experimenting with traditional designs in terms of blending conventional embroideries and other features of elegant royal style and contemporary chic design patters. Now a days Sherwanis can be worn in different styles. One can pair it with Khara Pyjama, Dhoti or Churidar Pyjama and it can also be paired up with denims for a modern look. Generally, a matching color or contrast color stole is also draped over Sherwani to add a dash of style to a traditional look. Thus in combination with the pyjama or the denim jeans and the stole, the Sherwani gets a style update and becomes an exclusive dress.

More and more men are now opting for Designer Sherwani for special occasions like Wedding, Festivals, etc. The appeal which is created by this garment, which speaks of royalty and elegance, can’t be created by any other garment. No wonder why, even after ages, the whole charm of this garment is still unbroken. Unlike brides who enjoy a wide variety to choose from for their special occasion, now men too are in a position to choose from a wide variety and styles of Sherwani. So the bottom line is that, modern Grooms don’t require to slog hard anymore in order to get an exclusive look for exclusive occasions like engagement, wedding and reception.

Where a Sherwani is an optional wear for the Hindu wedding, it is a mandatory dress code for Muslim marriages. Where it gives a royal look to the Indian Hindu wedding, it is a custom dress for the Muslim marriage. However, the aesthetically it is one of the most sought after wedding dress for men. The reason behind it is in the variety of it available. Right from a normal looking one to the most exquisite one with lots of embroidery work on it and a lot of embellishments such as Moti necklace and other stuff, the Sherwani gives the groom an altogether different appearance than the rest of the guests present at the occasion.