Elan Anarkalis

Elan brings out the real inner hidden beauty in a woman. An Anarkali is a dress-like garment that consists of a long frock style top which creates a flattering flowing silhouette. The bodice of the Anarkali is cinched just below the chest and the rest of the frock is flowing, usually until the knee. The Anarkali is a variation of the Salwar Kameez and comprises of the frock style top, bottoms (churidar) and a scarf (dupatta).

Anarkalis are often heavily embroidered, with varying length, and are sometimes paired with a dupatta. Anarkalis are usually fitted around the bodice and feature multiple panels after the bodice. The placket of the Anarkali might feature a high buttoned feature or might be buttoned until the chest level. Anarkali Shalwar suit is a form of women’s dress originating from the Lahore city which is in Pakistan now. The Anarkali suit is made up of a long, frock-style top and features a slim fitted bottom. The Anarkali suit varies in many different lengths and embroideries including floor-length Anarkali styles.

Anarkali’s name is surrounded by mystery, romance and tragedy. Though popular, there isn’t any evidence or record to support the popular legend. The story is one of forbidden love between Prince Salim and Anarkali, and consequence of the star crossed lovers. Anarkali, a dancer in Emperor Akbar’s court wore form-flattering kurtas. This was a tight-fitting bodice till the waist and flared voluminously till below the knee. It was worn with churidar style pants and the stole or dupatta with it was of sheer material.

The Anarkali worn today has undergone many changes keeping in mind the current fashion trends. More synthetic fabrics are mixed and matched along with a mind-blowing number of patterns, embroideries, designs and embellishments.

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