Indian fashion is in an exciting phase where the trend is to reconnect with ancient roots while simultaneously bringing traditional garments into the modern world. One of the best examples of the melding of Indian and western styles and traditional and contemporary fashions is the short kurta or kurtis for women.

A trendy type of Indian tunic, this item is much loved by women across India, especially young girls and working women. The shape and style of the ladies’ kurta has a certain versatility which has made it a hit item even with international customers.

The ladies’ kurta design is derived from ancient Indian and Mughal garments and in fact the classic kurta is quite long, loose and flowing. However the ultra-trendy variety that has taken the ethnic fashion world by storm are the short kurtas for women. These end much above the knee, typically about mid-length, though sometimes they can go even shorter than that.

Currently, the trendiest patterns in the short kurta for ladies are halter necks, net sleeves, puff sleeves and collar necks. A stylish look, popularized by Bollywood movies likeJab We Met and Bunty Aur Babli is the Patiala and short kurta combination. This can be easily achieved in day to day life by combining tight fitting kurtis in bright colors with printed patialas or plain salwars.

On the other hand, short kurtas for women can be paired up with jeans and flat slippers for a more low-key and laid-back daily wear look. For a semi-formal office look, they can be paired with jeans or trousers and a simple silver pendant necklace, and will work just as well as tunics.

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