Friday, May 15, 2009
PAkistani Dresses Categories
Classic Apparels based in Multan, Pakistan – The Hand Work Hub of South Asia – is a fashion boutique making traditional and modern style dresses for both males and females such as shalwar kameez dressesl You will find Classic Apparels make all custom made suits for all ages and sizes. We can make any style you wish such as shalwars (belt n pleated, patiala), skirts, pants/trousers, chooridar pajama etc. all to your accordance and requirements with your choice of colors and fabrics. For your convenience we categorize dresses in four catergories.
Fashion Business
The fashion business is one of the most imaginative and busiest activities in Pakistan. Salons, beauty parlors and clothing outlets are found in every street and corner. When it comes to textile and embroidery, it is one of the industries in which Pakistan excels. Rich embroidery with sequins, glasswork, thread, beads, shells and thin wire depicts the true eastern culture. The seasonal cloth comes out in a variety of patterns and designs, usually worn mix and match, and for those who like to be different solid colors are adorned with block prints, screen-printing or are hand painted to add exclusivity.
Fashion in Pakistan is not only restricted to the upper class but also maidservants and the shopkeepers have an aesthetic fashion sense. Weddings, events, festivals and parties are a display of the hottest trends.
In Pakistan, fashion has evolved over time. As the society is moving close to advancement, more attention is being paid to the manner of dress and lifestyle. Here is a quick glance back in time to see how the nation has grown with its trends.
The Swinging 60's
The focus of the time was on fittings. Bell bottoms, hair pieces, narrow fitted shirts, narrow dupattas, heavy eye makeup for girls and side burns for men was order of the time. People in those times took influence from the actors whom they idealized.
The Political 70's
In 70's the political times changed. People turned towards patriotism. Cotton came in vogue and people were seen in loose kurtas called Awami Suits and Saris.
The Materialistic 80's
The 80's emerged from the drabness of the 70's and ushered in disco, glitz and glamour. People were indulged in their material instincts. In Pakistan, loose was "in" and tight was "out". Glitter and glitz was trendy and simplicity took a back seat. People on streets emerged attired in sacks.
Back To The East With 90's
Fashion in Pakistan is not only restricted to the upper class but also maidservants and the shopkeepers have an aesthetic fashion sense. Weddings, events, festivals and parties are a display of the hottest trends.
In Pakistan, fashion has evolved over time. As the society is moving close to advancement, more attention is being paid to the manner of dress and lifestyle. Here is a quick glance back in time to see how the nation has grown with its trends.
The Swinging 60's
The focus of the time was on fittings. Bell bottoms, hair pieces, narrow fitted shirts, narrow dupattas, heavy eye makeup for girls and side burns for men was order of the time. People in those times took influence from the actors whom they idealized.
The Political 70's
In 70's the political times changed. People turned towards patriotism. Cotton came in vogue and people were seen in loose kurtas called Awami Suits and Saris.
The Materialistic 80's
The 80's emerged from the drabness of the 70's and ushered in disco, glitz and glamour. People were indulged in their material instincts. In Pakistan, loose was "in" and tight was "out". Glitter and glitz was trendy and simplicity took a back seat. People on streets emerged attired in sacks.
Back To The East With 90's
Pakistani Fashion
Pakistanis are a very fashion conscious nation. Be it dress, food, or lifestyle, what ever is in vogue is "IN". Fifty percent of Men and ninety-five percent of the Pakistani women wear their National Dress, "Shalwar Kameez", i.e., a knee length shirt (Kameez), loose ankle length trouser (Shalwar) and for the women a stole, which is worn over the shoulders known as "Dupatta".
Pakistani Fashion
Pakistanis are a very fashion conscious nation. Be it dress, food, or lifestyle, what ever is in vogue is "IN". Fifty percent of Men and ninety-five percent of the Pakistani women wear their National Dress, "Shalwar Kameez", i.e., a knee length shirt (Kameez), loose ankle length trouser (Shalwar) and for the women a stole, which is worn over the shoulders known as "Dupatta".
Thursday, May 7, 2009
FAshion
The perfect marriage of humble and haute, the collection includes a gray rayon jersey number accented with ruching and a bias colorblock. Khaki geometric prints on a white V-neck minidress make for flirty fun; the white denim strapless with patch pockets and tie detail is mod when paired with ankle boots. A girly empire waist in raspberry will stand out against tan skin on a winter beach getaway.
And if you can’t wait till it’s warm enough for resort, do it now with a long-sleeve tee and tights. Super casual yet super sleek.
Just the thing for a girl on the run
And if you can’t wait till it’s warm enough for resort, do it now with a long-sleeve tee and tights. Super casual yet super sleek.
Just the thing for a girl on the run
Wedding Dress Plan
Just like when big-screen movie actors thought it was cool to start starring in TV movies and series, big-name fashion designers have caught the bug to have their styles showcased for the masses. Maybe it's part ego and part economics. Wang has noted that it costs a lot of money to design more than wedding dresses, and she's trying to break out of that niche mold -- but there's the potential for a backlash, too.
Vera Wang carries a certain "snob appeal" to the typical clientele who were attracted to her modern bridal-gown designs. But then again, maybe she already "jumped the shark" when she began lending her name to Serta mattresses. Is it really such a stretch, then, for a $10,000 wedding-dress designer to now be selling her clothes for less than $200?
Still, it's been all the rage. Martha Stewart helped propel the movement forward when she signed on with Sears Holdings' (Nasdaq: SHLD) K-Mart stores. Target (NYSE: TGT) brought in designer Isaac Mizrahi to lend his name to a line of clothes, falling in line with Todd Oldham and Mossimo. J.C. Penney (NYSE: JCP) joined the fray, too, by signing up French designer Michele Bohbot and becoming the exclusive retailer of the trendy Bisou Bisou brand. It also hasn't hurt that other discount retailers like Hennes & Moritz' H&M stores have snagged Stella McCartney and Madonna.
While these designers have not been affected by their downstream associations, Wang is still seen as a cutting-edge designer who has an affinity with fantasy weddings for the stars. Think Jessica Simpson, Sharon Stone, and J-Lo. While each of those women has her own mass-marketed product lines (or is associated with one), Vera Wang is considered an icon. The question is, does bringing her fashion down to the average consumer's price point increase her appeal, or does it simply make her another shill selling threads?
Obviously, Kohl's is counting on the former. The company says it is supporting the clothing-line introduction with a fairly elaborate marketing and advertising plan, consuming approximately 5% of its entire ad spending this fall.
Yet not all these campaigns go smoothly. Wal-Mart (NYSE: WMT), for example, has admitted that its attempt at low-cost high fashion was a flop and hurt sales. Shoppers just don't go to Wal-Mart looking for designer duds. Sometimes, putting a buffer between the name brand and the discounted line can create a disconnect in the minds of shoppers that doesn't hurt the one, yet helps the other. Wal-Mart has successfully done that with Levi's jeans and the discounted Signature series it carries from the denim maker.
Vera Wang carries a certain "snob appeal" to the typical clientele who were attracted to her modern bridal-gown designs. But then again, maybe she already "jumped the shark" when she began lending her name to Serta mattresses. Is it really such a stretch, then, for a $10,000 wedding-dress designer to now be selling her clothes for less than $200?
Still, it's been all the rage. Martha Stewart helped propel the movement forward when she signed on with Sears Holdings' (Nasdaq: SHLD) K-Mart stores. Target (NYSE: TGT) brought in designer Isaac Mizrahi to lend his name to a line of clothes, falling in line with Todd Oldham and Mossimo. J.C. Penney (NYSE: JCP) joined the fray, too, by signing up French designer Michele Bohbot and becoming the exclusive retailer of the trendy Bisou Bisou brand. It also hasn't hurt that other discount retailers like Hennes & Moritz' H&M stores have snagged Stella McCartney and Madonna.
While these designers have not been affected by their downstream associations, Wang is still seen as a cutting-edge designer who has an affinity with fantasy weddings for the stars. Think Jessica Simpson, Sharon Stone, and J-Lo. While each of those women has her own mass-marketed product lines (or is associated with one), Vera Wang is considered an icon. The question is, does bringing her fashion down to the average consumer's price point increase her appeal, or does it simply make her another shill selling threads?
Obviously, Kohl's is counting on the former. The company says it is supporting the clothing-line introduction with a fairly elaborate marketing and advertising plan, consuming approximately 5% of its entire ad spending this fall.
Yet not all these campaigns go smoothly. Wal-Mart (NYSE: WMT), for example, has admitted that its attempt at low-cost high fashion was a flop and hurt sales. Shoppers just don't go to Wal-Mart looking for designer duds. Sometimes, putting a buffer between the name brand and the discounted line can create a disconnect in the minds of shoppers that doesn't hurt the one, yet helps the other. Wal-Mart has successfully done that with Levi's jeans and the discounted Signature series it carries from the denim maker.
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