Styling the Perfect Kaftan for Every Occasion

Summer seasons are almost at the doorstep and women have still have not figured out what will be your new look this season. The heat will be very high because of the global warming and women does not want to have a boring look which they had worn last summers like dresses and skirts. So, this blog will talk about the dress which will make women feel light and at the same time look like a princess. And that dress is none other than kaftan dress. Kaftan dresses have made a huge comeback in recent years. In the 1970's and 1980's, it was touted as the beach wear clothing but now the kaftan dress has become evolved a lot and comes in various lengths which can also be worn from beach to formal occasions.

Beach Wear Look

Loose knee length caftans made from chiffon or sheer fabrics with open sleeves are the dresses which women should choose when they want to go beach this season. Large floral prints are the trending prints and it makes it a perfect for such a beach wear look. Hollywood icons like Jennifer Lopez and Beyonce have made these caftans at the beach look popular. 

The Formal Dinner Parties

A long length kaftan dress made from satin or silk is perfect for women to wear for dinner parties. It is one of the Islamic clothing which is giving a tough competition to designer party wear gowns. Go for darker colors like blue or red for evening wear events. To look more stylish, pair it with metallic stilettos and a clutch. Women can accessorize it with a choker, if you love to look very simple. 

The College Day Look

Short kaftans in pastel colors with subtle embroidery work looks perfect for the day out with the friends. When worn with flat sandals, it gives a bohemian look that is comfortable and stylish at the same time. You can carry a sling bag for your shopping trip with friends. You can also transform it into a party attire look with some ankle boots and a scarf.

Romantic Dinner Date Look

Short kaftan dresses in black color with strappy heels and a metallic clutch will complete your dinner date look with your partner. You can also choose to wear a mid calf length kaftan dress with boots for your dinner date. You can also cinch the waist with a blingy belt and look super cool in the oversized kaftan.

The Wedding Look

Women should choose a short kaftan style kurta with heavy stone work at the neck and pair it with a churidar if they want to attend mehendi or haldi function of your closed ones. Choose the kaftans made from chiffon, georgette or crepe for these functions and the solid colors so that you can look modest and beautiful. Accessorize with danglers and let your tresses loose and wavy which will be perfect to wear at the functions. 

The Kaftan with a Shrug

Convert open style kaftans into a shrug by wearing them over a tank top and a pair of skinny jeans. Covert an old bandhej or leheriya saree into kaftan tops stitched with the help of your tailor. You can even restyle the saree by getting it stitched like a maxi style kaftan dress and wear it to an engagement or wedding function.

Kaftan dresses have evolved from being simple beach wear dresses to versatile fashion statements which are suitable for any occasions whether it is parties or festivals or even for casual events.. With the correct accessories ad styling tips choices, kaftans can easily transform your look to 360 degree.