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"Contemporary Fashion Influence on Indian Traditional Textile"
Submitted To : Aakanksha Ma'am
Submitted By:
jyotsna
Alisha
Varn mala
M.M.A. Talukder
Aashish
Course code: FDT 402

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Fashion is and will always be a unique human phenomenon. It
influences not only our material culture, but also things like music,
architecture, and theatre. Fashion is very important in helping us
grasp and comprehend a specific historical era in time. It is not
only a theory of art, but it also helps us express ourselves.
Fashion affects everyone all over the world; even those who claim
they don't care about fashion have to wake up every morning and
choose something to wear, which says a lot about them and how
they feel. Fashion, like music, television, and books, is ever-
changing.
Contemporary fashion stands for high-quality modern clothing and
accessories that are currently on-trend, which are also accessible
and attainable. Some brands and designers also focus on the
environmental factor.

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There's no denying that fashion has evolved dramatically over time. What was
considered in the past may no longer be relevant today. Traditional Indian
clothing has undergone a transformation to provide modern Indian clothing.
Fashion has been evident since the dawn of time. People were forced to
cover themselves, which is why they turned to clothing. Many new trends
have inspired what people wear as time has passed.
Because fashion allows people to express themselves, traditional clothing has
been designed to create a bond between communities and make everyone
feel like one big family. It is critical that you recognise the distinction between
style and fashion.The former refers to personal preferences, whereas the
latter is more homogeneous.
Traditional Indian clothing represents the people's identity and culture.
Fashion has been influenced by regional and national costumes. People can
uphold cultural traditions by wearing traditional clothing. India is a country with
a rich culture and numerous festivals. Fashion is an important part of tradition.
The fashion industry has evolved and is undergoing significant change over
the last few decades. Furthermore, globalisation has had a significant impact
on what people wear today.

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Everyone tries to keep up with the latest fashion. Furthermore, the media has had a significant influence on
what people wear. It has been extremely effective in persuading people to try on new clothing and
accessories. With the passage of time, street fashion has evolved. As one of the largest garment exporters,
Indian clothing has experienced a wide range of highs and lows.
Indian fashion has historical and cultural significance. Ancient Indian clothing was mostly tied to the body.
Traditional Indian clothing, from the dhoti to the turban and saree, was simply wrapped around. When the
Muslim empire expanded into India, it brought about significant change. Tailor-made and stiched garments
became a thing. since women's clothing has been highly versatile.

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Versatility has recently increased as fashion brands have blended modern and
traditional clothing. Salwar kameez and other garments such as lungi and
sherwani, as well as naroow jackets, are still considered staples in India. The
local designer has been exposed to western forms of clothing such as pants,
tousers, toxedos, blazzer, gowns, dresses, and skirts as a result of British rule
and the western world. This has resulted in a distinct style that imagines how
Western fashion has influenced the most recent designers.
Contemporary Indian clothing incorporates international trends. Unlike in the
past when chunky ornaments were the main deal, bright colors, bell bottoms,
polka dots have taken over. Women are free to wear anything they want and
designers are taking advantage of this fact to introduce some most exquisite
garments that can even be worn in western society. the freedome that western
world has brought has had a use impact on the latest designers who have
managed to inroduce modern bold choices which women would not were back
in the day.

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Indian costumes are known for its colorfulness and elegance. Clothes for
men are designed suiting the climate and their comfort, while that for
women are made bringing out the essence of feminism. Though there are
numerous outfits in each and every state based on its cultural heritage
there are a few common outfits such as sari, dhoti, salwar kameez etc
which is used with some variance throughout the country. These
apparels have undergone a creative transformation, and are under the
fashion spotlight. People in other countries also prefer to wear saris,
suits, and cholis.
Sari is a Sanskrit word which means cloth. This was worn by women from
the Vedic ages about 600 B.C.The eternally appealing vintage costume,
the sari is in style shaped through the creativity of many fashion
designers. This traditional costume combined with contemporary trends
creates a graceful and dreamy effect. Ethnic motifs are transformed into
modern patterns through the skill and expertise of erudite fashion
designers giving a modern look to the traditional costume.
Enticing fashion trends are available in sheer and translucent fabrics
giving a cool and fashionable look. This soft feminine outfit is available in
a variety of fabrics such as chiffon, georgette, satin brasso, net and
many more. This rectangular piece of cloth plays a crucial role in
bringing out the beauty of a woman.
Customary Saris takes their Fashion Stride on the Ramp:

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Craving of jewellery has been manipulating the female mindset since the age human race started.
Bejeweled saris are in fashion with a brighter, bolder, and a more elegant look. Tie-and-dye fabrics in
graduating shades of beautiful hues give a surreal look. Elegant saris in vibrant shades accompanied with a
modern transformation take their part in popular fashion shows. It has and is doing its fair rounds in the
runways of numerous fashion shows. This is one costume that will never go out of fashion, keeping the
stores flooded with an assortment of designs all year round.

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Dhotis are traditional Indian wear that was popular among rural men.
During the span of time, this outfit has become popular among metro
sexual men also. Mahatma Gandhi wore a simple dhoti when he went
to attend the round table conference in London, and did not fail to
make the required impression to the rest of the world. Such is the
grace and glory of this costume.
Traditional dhotis have taken modern forms with beautiful blending
of hues, and specially designed taking utmost care of the male
persona and novel color innovations. Generally dhotis are
considered as a difficult to wear outfit due to its draping nature. But
now, they are now available in ready to wear patterns and can we
worn with a kurti just like a pajamas.
Heavily embroidered with keri, flower, and leaves designs, these
dhotis are available in multiple color shades. To augment its modern
look, the costume is embellished with sequins, stones, beads, and
thread works of contrasting shades. Supplemented by matching
turban, stole, and juti (shoes) this traditional attire makes a perfect
costume for the groom making him equally attractive as his fully
decorated bride.
Traditional Dhotis take a Modern Twist:

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Designed keeping in mind the Indianness, and feminine charm, the salwaar kameez is a national option available in a plethora
of options. Creativity of the fashion designers has given this apparel a global platform. Celebrities are seen wearing this
outfit on special occasions. With Indias traditional getting global every single day, the costume also receives special focus in
ramp shows; globally. To further intensify the glory of this costume, designers are putting lots of efforts in making variety of
patterns. Salwaar suits with embroidery, matching dupatta, patch work, bead work, and pretty laces give an appealing look to
the wearer. With a right mixture of tradition, ethnicity, and fashion, this apparel is preferred by many women all across the
globe.
Traditional outfits of a country take one close to its cultural roots, and reminds of the glorious past of its ancestors.
Traditional clothing of India has come into prominence, and the contemporary fashion world has aped the style and design
of the bygone eras.
Salwaar Kameez:

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The salwar is also worn with t-shirts and tops. Denim is also becoming more popular in clothing, replacing traditional
benarasi or chikankari. There has been a shift away from handcrafted fabrics and toward machine-made alternatives.
Furthermore, cotton, linen, and khadi have given way to luxurious fabrics like satin and chiffon. As access to the internet
and television has increased in India, designers have begun to produce globalised clothing such as one-piece garments,
floral gowns, skirts, halter tops, and sports wear. Women, like men, dress casually in jeans and t-shirts. By fusing Indian
and Western fashion, the designers have introduced pants, shirts, jackets, capris, and shorts. This provides feminity,
functionality, and comfort. As a result, almost every label is able to satisfy young, old, college-going, and every type
women in the country.
Arrow, Raymond, Louis Phillipe, and Van Henusen are among the leading brands with a sizable market share. Denim
has taken over, with brands such as Pepe Jeans, Seven Jeans, Levi's, and Lee pressuring local designers to incorporate
more denim pieces. They're even targeting children's clothing. It demonstrates the effects of globalisation.
There are many fashion brands which is influenced and work on contemporary style. Some of Contemporary label are
1) Joskai.studio
2) Ura Maku
3) Padmaja
4) Vaishali's
5) Rouka
6) Naushad Ali
7) Johargram
8) Mati.

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" Thank You"