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Trends in Indian Clothing

  There are many different types of clothing in the Indian subcontinent. These include the traditional Indian trouser, the heavy embroidered kurta, the gaga, the aisle, and the salwar-kameez. All of these items of clothing are designed to enhance the look of the wearer and to provide him with comfort. However, there has been some significant modification in the designs of these traditional clothes, as western clothing styles have come into India and as new technologies open up new possibilities for clothing manufacturing and distribution. Let us take a look at some of the changes that have occurred in the Indian clothing industry. Gender Distinction The Indian clothing market has always had a lot of discrimination against women in the society. Though this has changed a little bit, especially in the last couple of decades, the social prejudice against women in the Indian society still persists. However, the situation is slowly beginning to change, with more women getting i
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Dressing For Different Occasions

  Most people are aware that in most cultures the wearing of clothes is seen as a social activity. For example, it is not uncommon to see young children dressing up in their Sunday best (if they can get their hands on any) and playing in the street with his or her clothes on. Such social rituals might involve the exchange of presents between children and parents, or a performance of some kind which is marked by the exchanging of clothes or accessories between children. Even among adults clothing is still considered to be important and considered a mark of distinction for some. A suit and tie is usually considered the ultimate in 'formal' clothes. There are many different types of clothing for different occasions. Clothing for formal occasions is usually very elaborate whereas informal clothes tend to be more modest and flexible in their design. Formal clothing is generally worn by people at work, on state occasions or in certain specific situations such as an offi

The True Meaning of Fashion

  The type of clothing will depend upon its function or intended purpose. Clothing for utilitarian reasons will mainly consist of undershirts, dresses, jeans, skirts, blouses, sweatshirts, etc. These are all items of clothing that are intended to be worn beneath other articles of clothing. They are worn in public or private settings. They may also be worn by members of the clergy, members of other professional and fraternal organizations and by members of the armed forces. Fashionable clothing, on the other hand, tends to be more colorful, cheerful, revealing and generally more attractive. It is generally worn for particular occasions and is an embellishment rather than a piece of functional clothing. Commonly used categories of fashion clothing include skirts, trousers, frocks, tops, blouses, shorts, bikinis, etc. The list of acceptable clothes is almost endless. They are available for children, teenagers, adults and even for the elderly. Children wear clothes that are s

About Wearing Clothes

  Sweating clothes are garments that absorb heat and change color due to perspiration. These may be worn during the day or to keep the wearer warm. The materials used to make this type of clothing may include wool, cotton, rayon, silk, nylon, etc. The wearing of these clothes is considered to be symbolic of belonging to one's tribe. A person wearing such clothing may be referred to as a sweat man. An article of clothing that is worn to protect the skin from harsh elements. The fabrics used to make such clothing are usually durable enough to resist the impact of many natural elements, particularly sun, rain and wind. Some common types of protective clothing are bibs, sun bonnets, sun hats, ski jackets, etc. The main article of clothing here is the bib, which is considered to be the most important article of clothing in terms of comfort. A dress code is a system, practiced by certain groups within a society, to determine the kinds of clothes that members of the group sh

History of Clothes

  Before clothing became a socially regulated institution, clothing was worn mainly for utilitarian reasons like protection from the cold or from the heat of the sun. There are descriptions in Egyptian texts of the process of making clothes and the items that were used for it, which give us an insight of how clothes are worn. Details of clothing styles in Egyptian art and texts written during the pharaohs' reign suggest that clothing had become more than just protection from the elements or used for utilitarian reasons. They also show that Egyptian women wore elaborate dresses and makeup, indicating the lavishness of their lifestyle. It can therefore be concluded that although clothing had been important for the ancient Egyptian society, it did not become as important as it is today. One of the earliest descriptions of clothing that can be found in Egyptian texts is the mention of 'ka' which meant garment or dress. In the course of time, clothing gradually too

All About Korean Fashion

      Korean fashion has taken the world by storm. Korean designers are well known for their cutting edge style and very much appreciated for it. You'll be hard pressed to find anyone who doesn't like Korean clothes. So, why are so many people flocking to Korean fashions? Here's a look at what Korean fashion really is like. First, let's take a look at what Korean fashion really is like. Can't read Korean so just take a look at this: Korean women tend to be very self-conscious about their appearance, especially as they age. They are not very open about their body shapes or body issues so everyone around them is very conscious of their looks. Confidence is something that is learned in everyday life, especially in the case of a Korean woman. This, in turn, helps build their own personal confidence and Korean fashion is no different. When looking at Korean fashion, you will quickly see that it is a very individualistic style. There are specific nuances that