Traditionally Silhouetted Afghani Salwar Kameez

Subcontinental Asia - Afghanistan

Traditionally Silhouetted Afghani Salwar Kameez

Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL

Opacity: 3

Sleeve: Cropped

Elasticity: There is no elasticity in the fabric of this product as it is rayon. However, it will stretch to fit in places it feels tight, similar to the way denim stretches. However, the pants in these garments are elasticised, so this means they can often stretch to fit someone one size larger. Likewise, they are comfortable for an extended period for pregnant ladies as the elastic will grow with your waist.

Salwar Kameez is the national dress of many south Asian nations. It is also a unisex outfit, worn by men and women in many places. With one clothing style being so popular over a huge portion of the globe, it is not surprising that certain features of the garment are often attributed to specific places. This however is not a perfect science, as similar features are found in many regions. The Afghani Salwar Kameez is an example of this reality. The Afghani silhouette is one where the kameez (top) can be long or short. But the salwar (pants) are often defined for being baggy on the legs before being tightly cinched in around the ankle. This ankle cuff is often highlighted via the use of contrasting coloured fabric.

Garment Sizes in centimeters (bust, waist, hip)

S - 91.4, 86, 96.5

M - 96.5, 91.4, 101.6

L - 101.6, 96.5, 106.7

XL - 106.7, 101.5, 112

2XL - 112, 106.7, 117

In reality, most styles of salwar kameez have pants with a cuffed ankle. However the ones that create the silhouette of loose fitting pants held tightly against the ankle with a cuff, are the type most commonly referred to as being Afghani in style.

This beautiful rayon salwar kameez features a dreamy green and blue leaf and flower motif, making it suitable for daytime wear as well as outside evening activities like sporting events or barbecues. This particular salwar kameez is difficult to resist and is made all the more appealing by being associated with an historic, rich culture in a beautiful part of the world.