How to Style Cargo With Kurta
When late fashion photographer Bill Cunningham said, “Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life,” he must have been referring to all the trends that make fashion worthwhile. After all, these trends help many survive the reality of everyday life.
No matter how strange or out of the ordinary a trend may be, it always finds meaning in the wardrobes of a fashion lover.
These fashion lovers know exactly how to make the most of a trend, sometimes by giving it their personal little twist. And we Indians are in no way behind when it comes to upgrading a trend according to our taste.
This brings us to a trend that gained popularity for both men and women. But since, as Indians, we love anything with a touch of cultural tradition, we gave the trend our unique twist.
We are referring to the Cargo with Kurta trend.
A unique pairing where comfort meets style, the cargo pants bring that level of stylish charm, and the paired kurta brings comfort and elegance, especially when paired with a hand-block printed kurta.
In this blog, we give you some insights on how you can style your cargo with kurta look and make yourself stand out from the crowd.
Why Kurtas Are a Versatile Choice for Women
A staple in every woman’s wardrobe, the versatile kurta, and its countless variations are the ultimate way to start styling. After all, it is the cargo with kurta pairing. The choice of your kurta with a complementing cargo pant shapes your outfit into casual or semi-formal. Here is how you can pick the right type:
Choice of length: Cargo pants have a more relaxed fit, which means that they can be considered part of the baggy clothing category easily. This also means that a long kurta is a no-no; it will restrict your movement and make you uncomfortable. The best length options then are the mid-length and the short ones. These allow you more leverage to move around while looking stylish.
Colour coordination: Always consider the colour palette when styling an Indo-Western pairing like cargo pants with a kurta. Colours are a crucial part of the Indian traditional clothing realm, so when choosing, pair a dark coloured kurta with light cargo pants and vice versa. This helps maintain the balance in the visual appeal of your ensemble.
Perfect Accessories to Pair with a Women's Kurta
Although accessories help enhance your overall appearance, cargo pants have a very modern and chic appeal, and not every kind of accessory can complement that, so you need to be mindful. Here’s how to accessorise:
Chunky or bohemian jewellery: Let us say that you chose to pair a cargo pant with a short kurta and ended up with a chic ensemble. Now you cannot pair a sparkling and heavy necklace or chandelier earrings with that. Instead, to match the aesthetic of the cargo pants, use some chunky bracelets or bangles. Additionally, some earrings in contemporary and modern designs complement that look well.
Choice of Footwear: Much like jewellery you need to match the type of footwear to your outfit, keeping in mind the edgy and modern style the cargo pants bring. So depending on the length of the kurta, pair loafers or white sneakers with shorter kurtas. Whereas if it is a longer kurta, pointed heels or embellished flats should do the trick.
Scarves and Dupattas: While it is important to strike the proper balance with accessories, never shy away from incorporating a scarf or dupatta into your ensemble. Draping a dupatta over one shoulder or letting it hang loose on your neck adds a layer of elegant charm, especially when it is a hand-block printed dupatta.
Experimenting With Different Styles of Kurtas
The beauty of pairing a cargo with a women’s Jaipuri kurta is in the fact that it is open to a lot of styling and experimenting possibilities. Some of those are as follows:
Prints: In the context of pairing a cargo pant with a kurta, it would usually be expected that a simple one with fewer prints or details would be the ideal choice. However, pairing a cargo in subdued colours with a printed kurta can be just as charming and exciting. Try using a kurta with floral prints, geometric patterns, or even hand-block prints for the best results.
Layering: An element that is not limited to the colder months anymore, layering your kurta with a denim jacket or any kind of jacket will help add a new dimension of style and elevate your outfit into a more chic and modern one.
Other Accessories: With the cargo pants and kurta look comes the edgy, quirky aesthetic, synonymous with anything out of the box. So adding accessories like a belt, a pair of oversized sunglasses, or a sling bag can bring that extra element of oomph to the modern yet traditional vibes of the combination.
At Kahva, we are all about blending the traditional and the contemporary. And what's fashion if not a mix and match of everything you love?
Enjoy this eclectic combination and we will keep you updated about more of these.
