A Short and Simple Guide About Fashionable Indian Winter Wear

When you talk about Indian winter wear, there's lots in store for you, But you should know what you're looking for. The rest won't take much time and effort if this area is sorted out. This rule applies to Indian winter fashion too. And also remember that you can use some western items seamlessly as your Indian winter wear.

As I said, options are aplenty, and so you might be spoilt for choice. But don't worry. Here's a post for you. I'll take you through a list to help you choose your ideal winter wear.

So ladies, get ready to add the desi vibe into your winter wardrobe this season. I hope you find this post helpful to some extent.

Tips to Dress in Fashionable Indian Winter Wear

Like any location in the world, India faces certain temperatures during winter. So whatever you choose to wear should be appropriate in that context. If you ignore that aspect, you won't enjoy your outfit.

"Why?" you may ask. Well, the answer is pretty simple. The weather can get harsh in some parts of India during winter. At such times, ensure that you have all bases covered. So here are some tips to help you while shopping for your Indian winter wear:

• 1) Do Organized Shopping

As I mentioned, you should always be aware of your shopping. It helps you narrow down your search when you get confused.

You shouldn't buy the first outfit that you come across. You might end up buying more than you need. Or you might buy something that doesn't suit you at all.

So you should start by noting down all the essentials first. It allows you to stay within a budget and shop for exactly what you need. But yes, you shouldn't ignore a pleasant surprise completely.

By this, I mean you can buy something you didn't think of before. If it suits your needs and looks good to you, go ahead.

• 2) Value Price and Quality

You should look at the price tags before buying your Indian winter wear. Most of the top-quality stuff comes with a price. If the quality is good, it should be durable enough to last beyond the first winter.

If that's the case, you could go in for a slightly expensive option. But there are times when you get good quality at reasonable prices too. That's a great place to be in.

You should also look for retail shops offering bargains and discounts. This way, you'll get what you want for the entire family. But please don't forget about the quality aspect.

Your Indian winter wear should keep you warm and comfortable during the harsh winters. Don't compromise on quality when you're cashing in on a discount. You should make the most of it.

• 3) The Best Time to Buy

When you shop for Indian winter, figure out the best time. If it's a holiday season or discount offers, go ahead.

Buy clothes at least a couple of months in advance before winter arrives. If you shop for Indian winter wear during peak season, you'll see expensive rates. So take action at the right time, and you save a lot on your shopping.

• 4) Check Out for Online Discounts

Online shopping is another huge boon to the modern world. You can do a lot of shopping within minutes.

Another great advantage is the variety on display for the customers.

You also get to compare your options, prices and features across portals. So look for places where you get good deals and discounts on Indian winter wear. And here again, look for a blend of function and fashion in your Indian winter wear.

Make use of these tips while shopping for your Indian winter wear collection.

Prepping for an Imdian Winter Indian Wedding

If you're attending an Indian winter wedding, check out some basics. Don't compromise on your comfort levels! You can wear outfits that are warm and stylish. Velvet outfits, shawls, and designer jackets are all available. Finally, it comes down to what style fits your preferences the best.

You can wear long coats with kurtas or a long dress. It looks chic.

You should try the double dupatta style for additional warmth. Also, wear your dupatta on the neck or one shoulder. Then, wrap an embellished shawl around your shoulders.

Heels and strappy sandals would be a tough choice for winter weddings. You won't be able to walk properly in them. Along with that, your feet will be sore after a while too. You could instead go in for pumps, stilettos, and Khussas.

Wear full-sleeved outfits and a saree blouse to stay warm. You can opt for balloon sleeves, churidar sleeves, or long-slit sleeves as well. It all fits in the bracket of Indian winter fashion.

Wear a short embellished jacket if your outfit is simple and fabric thin.

Winter weddings are usually an excellent option to bring out the fashionista in you. You should feel free to go ahead with make-up and bold hues too. But please go easy on the necklace and bracelets.

Indian Winter Wear: Simple Fashionable Items

Now let's move to the fashionable outfit recommendations. Ladies, you can get your hands on some lovely Indian winter wear this season.

But you should look to make some statements too. Your winter fashion game will get a boost with some of the outfits on display.

As for colours, you can rely on neutrals in winter. Colours like black, grey or brown are often the go-tos for many a winter outfit.

Apart from this you should also consider monochromatic outfits.

Ivory-white or cream colour is an excellent alternative to the typical dark colours you see.But you must see to it that you style it well. If you do that, you'll be ready to turn some heads this season.

In all this, you shouldn't ignore an occasional experiment with your winter outfit.

Well, you can brighten up your outfit colours to add some spice to your wardrobe.

You could play with an orange, yellow, pink or green outfit this season. See how it looks on your outfit.

So let's look at some options worth adding to your winter wardrobe. Please go through it and see which ones suit you the best.

1. Off-Shoulder Sweater

Everyone knows that a sweater is among the quintessential winter favourites.

But you can make your sweater look attractive as well. You should try its off-shoulder variation.

If you're looking for something stylish, classy, and sophisticated, this piece is worth a try. They come in beautiful colours and varied sizes too. And yes, don't forget to experiment with different shades for this piece.

You can pair it with your favourite skinny jeggings or jeans for a simple everyday look. Pair it with high boots to make a style statement with your winter outfit.

This outfit and top would fit well as Indian winter wear too. You should be able to pull this off when the temperatures are milder. If it gets cold, you can add a layer over it.

2. Fur Skirts

You shouldn't get rid of your skirts during the winter months. If you style them the correct way, there is potential for good results.

Try something unique this winter with a faux fur skirt. It could make you look a stunner at every winter party or event you attend. The fur element adds value to your winter look. It's lovely for a nice statement winter outfit.

You shouldn't miss out on such items. It'll help you beat the cold while making you look stylish. Add socks and boots to the ensemble if you're worried about the skirt's length. And, of course, you could layer your legs with leggings.

3. Fishnet Stockings

If you wear a skirt or dress during winter, add fishnet stockings to your collection. You'll need them to give yourself a super-stylish look this season.

4. Oversized Sweatshirts

Oversized clothing works well for the winter season. It's a great addition to a wardrobe that doesn't like fitted clothing much.

Oversized clothing also brings with it a lot of comfort. So you can buy some oversized sweatshirts for your Indian winter wear.

It can look chic, stylish and super comfy with some casual items.

5. Boots

Winter is a great time to unleash boots. You get suitable boots for different purposes. You get some for handling the snow, while some can keep you safe on a hike. You also get different sizes and lengths for these boots on the fashion front.

It could be ankle length, mid-calf or thigh-high boots. Among these, the latter is popular among fashionistas. They're one of the best ways to stay warm while wanting to look stylish!

6. Different Bottom Wear

When it comes to bottoms, you have many options here too. You could wear leggings, trousers, chinos or simple track pants too.

It's all up to your comfort level. But you must ensure that you get sufficient warmth.

How to Enhance Fashionable Indian Winter Wear

Indian winter wear can look fashionable or made winter-appropriate. You need to add a few elements to enhance your Indian winter fashion. So let's have a look at some items you can use to make Indian winter wear look fashionable:

1. Short Jacket or Blazer

Wear a waist-length jacket that goes well with your saree, Anarkali or lehenga. You can wear a silky or velvety jacket over your traditional Indian attire. You could also wear a leather jacket with casual attire.

It can keep you warm and look stylish as well. It could be something as simple as a Nehru jacket.

This traditional item adds excellent value to your fashionable Indian winter wear.

A formal black blazer with detailing would work well too. If you don't want to stick a jacket just for pairing with Indian wear, then add a lovely broach to your western blazer. It will add some glamour to your outfit. It will also tie the whole outfit together.

2. Floor-length jacket

Floor-length jackets are a lovely accessory to your Indian winter wear. As the name would suggest, these jackets are pretty lengthy.

You can pair a saree with an excellent floor-length jacket for winter outings. It can give a simple saree a glamorous twist.

But please check if the jacket had some intricate details along with a minimalist saree.

After all, you can treat the jacket as a statement piece in your stylish winter ensemble. Also, whilst retaining your style quotient, the material should be winter-friendly.

It should keep you warm without looking too flimsy. You can also line the brocade or velvet jacket with a fleece padding. But you'll have to send it to the tailor to get the work done.

3. Sweater

As I mentioned, sweaters are a must-have in any winter wardrobe. You can wear your sweater along with some traditional Indian winter wear too.

Instead of a blouse, opt for a fitted sweater in a solid colour. You need to tuck it inside your saree petticoat for this look. It can drive away the cold and make you look fabulous too.

Go in for a turtleneck sweater and accessorize the look with some chunky jewellery. You can try this with lehengas too. Swap your blouse for a fitted sweater or cardigan.

But for the cardigan, leave a few of the top and bottom and bottom buttons open. In short, let the midriff be visible in this look.

When wearing a saree, wear the unbuttoned cardigan over your shoulders like a cape. You can pair it with a nice Patiala suit. Here again, wear a chunky sweater as a layer.

This combo is casual yet stylish and lovely for winter. You might also want leggings under the dhoti or Patiala pants for extra warmth.

4. Leggings

You also need good bottom wear to complete stylish Indian winter wear. There are some varieties here, too, for Indian winter fashion.

An easy way to beat the cold is with leggings and a saree as a combo. But, with this look, your leggings won't be visible because of the saree's length.

Instead, try draping your saree to make your pants visible. This look is also a good attempt at an eye-catching outfit idea.

You can pair it with pumps instead of the usual sandals. After all, you shouldn't expose your feet to the winter elements.

You can wear leggings under your lehenga as well. But please don't alter the lehenga's length in this case. Keep the leggings camouflaged.

You can also wear anarkalis with knitted tights instead of a churidar. Your legs will be super snug with the fit. It doesn't have to match, just contrast.

5. Pallu or Dupatta as a scarf

If you're missing out on a scarf for your Indian winter wear, try a dupatta or pallu. It will keep the neck warm while you walk around town in winter. Your pallu can help you make your outfit winter-appropriate.

You can drape the pallu around your neck and bring it down in a straight line. Bring it down the front or wrap it around like a scarf. You can also exchange your dupatta with a thicker silk or velvet scarf. and accessorize your suit.

You won't need any neckpiece here since it will be covered. You can stick to earrings and bangles for this. perfect for winters. Throw a jacket on this look, and you're ready for the office.

6. Thick Belt

You should also consider wearing a belt as an accessory. When the saree is draped in an unconventional way, the final ensemble can look spectacular.

But you should try adding a belt to this traditional Indian attire. A thick belt can keep you warm and enhance your outfit too.

Thick mini corset-like belts give the Indian outfit a Roman-style touch. It keeps your midriff warm and also accentuates your waistline.

It's a welcome twist to an otherwise regular go-to outfit. But you need to be careful with the way you style this. You could go wrong with this one!

Conclusion

So you've looked at some options for fashionable Indian winter wear. Now it's up to you to decide what you want to wear and how.

All I can say is, wear your outfits in a winter-friendly way and avoid freezing in the cold. If you take care of the basics, your Indian winter fashion game will take care of itself.

So I hope you get hold of some beautiful Indian winter outfits this season. And please make the most of them.

This post was written by Kosha team member - Shawn Mathias