MENSWEAR EDIT FT. RAMZAN

Designer Wajahat Rather’s label Raffughar features Dastawaiz, a menswear capsule with calligraphic block printed textures on traditional silhouettes. Dastawaiz is a tribute to the designer’s hometown Kashmir’s literature, art and culture. This handwoven charcoal black and grey tussar cotton kurta with calligraphy block print, side mehraab pockets and folded sleeves can be styled with a churidaar or straight-line chinos.

The days of Ramzan might be marked by fasting and prayers, but as dusk descends, people gather around in celebration to break their fasts. As heirloom jewellery pieces are polished, treasured garments are revived and a great deal of effort is put into looking festive-ready, men can also spruce up their outfits with various prints, textures and some colour-play.

“It’s great to see men consciously making an effort to dress well. At Iftar dinners, men can go for classics like pathani and chikankari kurtas. For a contemporary twist, they can add a well-tailored blazer. Ivory, cream, beige and pastels work the best but deeper blues, greens and burgundy can work for a more formal gathering,” says stylist Bharat Gupta. Looking good, however, should not come at the cost of comfort. As Parag Goswami, assistant professor, fashion styling and image design at a fashion and design institute, says, comfort is the key. “Avoid body hugging clothes. Additionally, fabric and texture can elevate the look further. Handloom shirts, jackets, bundis and kurta pajamas are your best bet,” he says. To elevate the outfits, go for a footwear which is functional and fashionable. “Choose from ethnic juttis, loafers, brogues and oxfords. Give your look a modern twist with a pair of sneakers. But make sure you pair them with a straight-cut pyjama,” suggests Goswami.

Designer Jenjum Gadi’s statement-making pieces give a man’s closet a fun room for experimentation. This intricately handembroidered metallic bandi in red with an abstract sequin pattern draws on

Indian heritage and fuses it with a classic silhouette.

Pair it with a solid kurta and pants set.

Reimagine your festive wardrobe with designer Gaurav Khanijo’s colour-blocked carnival shirt. The red and black duo-tone printed cotton shirt features two pockets at the sides and artisanal design elements. Pair it with pleated trousers or dhoti pants and take a flight of whimsy.