Fashion is a way in which we express ourselves. Being fashionable need not be expensive. It can be done in a simple way.
Now that it is winter, we must include our woollens, but staying in with woollens is a skill, everyone should know. Keeping oneself warm and at the same time putting on the right winter wear is an art.
Layering clothes looks expensive but we must know the skill to layer. But if you are someone, who wants to look good in a minimalist way, then you should own some basic clothing in your wardrobe and pair those with each other to create a simple yet an elegant look for yourself.
A true minimalist does not want their day-to-day outfit to be overly complicated. Naturally, they gravitate away from daring outfits with multiple layers in favour of ones that are simpler and easier to put together, but this does not mean that they are willing to give up style, nor should they. Therefore, when it comes to picking out outerwear that is both trendy and utilitarian, a minimalist may choose to purchase an investment item from a designer or go for a more budget-friendly choice that is as stylish as it is cost-effective to wear when trekking in cold climes.
Following are some of the trends that you need to follow and also some basic outfits that you must own in order to make your wardrobe fashionable and cost effective.
Custom-Fitted Suits
Garments that are cut to a flattering silhouette will never go out of style. This year, a significant emphasis is being placed on this fashion trend. You can wear it to work, you can wear it out in the evening, and you can wear it to a party. This fashion statement is simply impossible to ignore. It is imperative that you make an investment in these structured clothing because they are not only comfy but also elegant and classic.
Layering
We may also expect layering to be a major trend this year. There are a few essential things to keep an eye out for: shorts worn with leggings, coats worn over sweaters worn over shirts, blazers worn over jeans, trench coats worn over small dresses, sheer tops worn under dresses, turtlenecks worn under dresses, and dresses worn over pants.
Catsuits
This trend seems to have fully blossomed on the winter catwalk, appearing in a wide variety of materials and styles (leather, prints, knits, denim, you name it). A catsuit can be worn with a variety of other articles of clothing, like a skirt, shorts, or an outer coat.
Monochrome
This season's most prominent monochromatic look is all black, from head to toe. Make sure that your entire outfit, from head to toe, is the same colour. If you want to spice up your look, try incorporating a variety of textures in the same colour.
Velvet and leather
No material can surpass leather's popularity. From coats and dresses to leather jackets and leggings, leather clothing is ubiquitous. And you can't go wrong with black, ruby, and emerald satin for your formal clothing.
Knits, Embroidery, Texture, and Embroidered Feathers
Less emphasis on designs and patterns has been seen this season, with the spotlight instead falling on textures and embellishments. Adding a touch of elegance to an outfit is easy with the help of feathers and fur. The importance of knitwear is also not to be forgotten.
Accessories
Knee-high boots, platform shoes, gloves, a bow, a belt, hair pins, and a scarf can all elevate your outfit to the next level.
These are the basic clothing that you must own. But if you cannot own, them there is nothing to worry about. You can look fashionable in some traditional wear.
In terms of clothing, north east holds a special significance. This is because each of these states have their traditional wear different from one another.
Dresses worn in North East India
Arunachal Pradesh
The women of Arunachal Pradesh wear brightly coloured dresses with intricate patterns made of thread and unique patterns. Most of the time, fine beads or silver jewellery are used to decorate their clothes.
Some tribes wear a jacket over a sleeveless chemise and tie it to their waist with a long, thin strip of cloth. In Arunachal Pradesh, accessories are a big part of what people wear. Gurdam, a skull cap made of yak hair, is worn to finish off the look on special occasions.
Assam
Assam is known for its special occasion sarees made of Muga and Pat silk, as well as the Mekhela Sador. In Assam, there are many tribes, and each has its own style of Mekhela Sador that is different from the others in terms of patterns, design, and colours. The women of the Dimasa tribe wear clothes that look like skirts and vests. The skirt-like clothes are called Rigu, and the vest-like clothes are called Rijamphai or Rikhaosa.
Manipur
A Manipuri girl proudly wears a wrap-around skirt or a stiff skirt called a sarong. Manipuri women wear Moirang Phi, a saree-like material. Manipur's tribes wear Lmaphie, Saijounba, Ningthoupee, and Phiranji.
Meghalaya
Meghalaya is home to the Khasi, Jaintias, and Garos. The Garo, Jaintia, and Khasi ladies of Meghalaya look lovely in their traditional clothing.
A Khasi woman wears an ankle-length garment called Jainsen with a fshirt. They wear Tap-MohKhlieh shawls over the blouse.
Garo women drape unstitched mulberry silk. They wear Eri silk shawls, a blouse, and Dakmanda on their lower bodies. The Dakmanda has a broad border with flowery designs.
Jaintia women wear the sarong ThohKhyrwang with a velvet blouse. long Muga silk drapes from their shoulders to their ankles. They wear exquisite Kyrshah headgear.
Mizoram
Traditional Mizo costumes abound. Mizo women wear full-sleeved dresses, most commonly a churidar-kurta-dupatta combo called Puan. A long, checked skirt is worn with a colourful shirt called Puanchei at weddings and celebrations. Long skirts with colourful vertical embroidery are quite lovely. Mizo ladies wear brass and cane headgear adorned with porcupine quills and parrot feathers.
Nagaland
Naga shawls are part of their culture and dress. Shawls are often given to seniors as a mark of respect.
Nagaland women wear skirts that vary by tribe and have various names. AzuJangnup Su has red and yellow-black stripes; Ngami Su is a fish tail skirt; and Yongzujangau is a cucumber seed skirt woven in red threads on a black foundation. Angami women wear sleeveless tops called Vatchi over a white Pfemhou skirt and a Neikhro petticoat.
Sikkim
Sikkim's apparel reflects the social and cultural lives of the Lepchas, Bhutias, and Nepalis. Lepcha men wear the Thokro-Dum. Lepcha women traditionally wear the saree-like Dumvum. Bhutias wear the Bakhu. Nepali men wear Shurval, a pyjama with a traditional shirt.
Tripura
Women wear a two-piece set named Rinai and Risa. The Rinai is wrapped around the waist, while the Risa covers the upper torso. Traditional jewellery adds to the attractiveness of these garments.
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