Q&A for How to Dress in a Salwar Kameez from India

Any bright, vibrant color: red, bright blue, orange, even pink; it all depends on the shade and the occasion.

Yes, you can wear it as a dress, just wear cycling shorts under it. It will look good according your body type.

Yes, that sounds beautiful. White and gold look great together.

Joggers with a kameez will give a more relaxed feel. You can wear it that way at home.

A salwar kameez is worn by women and girls at home, at the office, while taking a morning walk, at their dance classes, etc. They are worn during festivals like Diwali and other occasions, too.

They actually do neither. They think it is uncomfortable, so they just wear a kurta or something similar over it.

There is a pattern where there is a tie up attached around the waist. It is sometimes only at the back like frocks, or sometimes it is at the front creating gathers or folds. Likewise, you can have a strip sewn on the inside of the waist and have the tailor put an elastic in it to make it a pattern with tightened waist and gathers. This is more suited with a-line kurta or anarkali style tops that are flared.

Salwar is your pant. Kameez means shirt. Yes, over knee length kameez is okay. It's a trend to wear a short kameez reaching your thighs and wear a loose salwar under it. Like a salwar or a very loose patiala. Leggings are avoided because the short kurta tends to fly in the air or go up a lot if it is loose or has slits on the sides.

Oxidized jewelry with a tinge of blackened designs can accentuate the red salwar suit for a fun and young look. To have a softer appearance, you can team it up with beige footwear and accessories. If you like red and black, then that can be your choice of color. Red can go with many other colors if it is patterned, since you can pick a color from the print on it or design on it and have your footwear and accessories match it. Gold also looks stunning with red for special occasions.

Yes, tights can be a useful accessory to wear with a salwar kameez, especially in cooler weather. You may find they provide extra comfort, warmth, and layering, while also contributing to a smoother, more structured look for your overall outfit.

Some salwar kameez tops are designed without zippers or buttons and are meant to be slipped on from the bottom up, rather than over the shoulders. Try stepping into it gently, as this often makes it easier to wear.