Be comfy in casuals this Eid!
Eid is an occasion of festivities when we like to spread the cheer in every aspect of our lives. The finest china is brought out to serve the most decadent of dishes; every piece of furniture in the house is polished to a high gloss and fresh flowers in crystal vases bring life and joy.
We choose the most beautiful clothes to celebrate in style and panache, scrupulously searching the best chiffons, georgettes and laces to stand out in the crowd. We prepare for an entire month, in breathless anticipation of this blessed day and celebrations continue for many days afterwards.
As exciting and fun as Eid festivities are, most people will agree that putting those things together that make Eid enjoyable require a lot of work. What's more, we are in the thick of the legendary Bangladeshi summer which does not make things easy.
The opulent, embellished outfits are best reserved for night outs and evening soirees, but during the day one needs to be in easy, breezy clothes that keep one cool and calm.
Cotton is undoubtedly the queen of comfortable fabrics that allow skin to breathe and stay cool. On Eid morning when the family gathers for a cozy, personal breakfast, a cheery kurta in a pastel shade paired with fitted pants will keep one looking and feeling fresh. Afterwards the day progresses and preparations for a lavish lunch spread are on as a few close friends and relatives are to drop by; light cotton kurtas are your best friend.
Cool and fresh, they will let you entertain with ease while letting you be elegant. Then in the afternoon as you and your guests sit down and relax over cups of fragrant tea nothing will get in the way of your lively and fun conversation as you will be comfortably dressed!
For Eid this year, asymmetrical, biased cuts are in vogue. Flared, roomy sleeves make them a breeze, and an easy, relaxed fit, a boon. Wide, flared palazzo pants or fitted pants- both look equally chic with kurtas and such shapes allow free movement. Organic materials such as cotton and linen are perfect for kurtas.
Pretty pastel shades are an obvious choice for summer, but bright, juicy shades are fun too. Pale pink, yellow, peach and turquoise look beautiful during the day. On the other hand, orange, red and magenta are festive and bright. Simple embellishments such as a few interesting buttons, light embroidery and details on the sleeves and neck will add the necessary sparkle an Eid outfit needs.
So without further ado, when shopping for those fancy Eid outfits don't forget to pick up something light and breezy for the day to let you be easy all through!
Sabrina N Bhuiyan
Photo: Sazzad Ibne Sayed
Model: Doyel and Risila
Wardrobe: Maheen Khan, Mayasir
Make-up: Farzana Shakil's Makeover Salon
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