Stand Out of the Crowd by Purchasing the Latest Indian Anarkali Dresses Online

Posted by Rahul Agarwal on July 15th, 2015

Anarkali dresses were once considered traditional and old fashioned, but they have made a comeback in Indian fashion scene due to their unique style, which is adored in Northern India. These dresses are also known as anarkali salwar suits and they are typically composed of a slim-fitted bottom and a lengthy frock-style top. The length, embroidery, colours, and styles vary, and you will surely find one to suit your preferences. Some women may prefer floor-length anarkali dresses for a more elegant and regal look, while others may prefer to have heavy embroidery on the dress for special occasions, like weddings.

Some of the newest anarkali dresses are made with contemporary designs, and you can find most of them online together with traditional and timeless pieces. Though typically used for dressier events, an anarkali dress can be worn on casual occasions, too, such as a lunch date or brunch, or for semi-formal events, like anniversary celebrations. You can wear anarkali in traditional Indian festivals as well. The dress comes with a kameez, which can either be sleeveless or have sleeves that are either wrist or cap-length. 

Women can look regal and feel like royalty when they wear long and flowy anarkali dresses. The kurta part of the dress is usually fitted around the bust, with large pleats that flow around the legs like a canopy or an umbrella. A sheer stole or chunni completes the look. The dress was named after a famous courtesan of Emperor Akbar's court, Anarkali, who was known for her pomegranate-like complexion and beauty. Her name itself means pomegranate blossom. Legend has it that everyone was enamoured with her beauty. Crown Prince Salim, the emperor's son, fell in love with her, but their love story ended in tragedy when it incurred the wrath of the King who ordered for her to be buried alive. 

Anarkali continues to be immortalised through the dresses she made famous. A-List Bollywood actresses contributed to the resurgence of anarkali dresses when they graced red carpets looking elegant and beautiful in these suits. 

You can wear anarkali dresses regardless of your body type. This is because the dress accentuates the top and conceals any flaws in the hips and waist with its long pleats. The dress can be made in a wide variety of materials, too, such as pure cotton, silk, and satin, and embellished in intricate stonework, zari, gota patti, or heavy embroidery. 

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The article is written by Rahul Agarwal, the Marketing manager at DesiClik.com. Rahul is a frequent blogger on a variety of subjects like fashion, food & culture of India.