Changing trends in the shoes industry

With every single passing day, new brand names in clothing, shoes and accessories are coming up, broadening the periphery of fashion industry. Consequently, the obsession of having a closet filled with designer clothes and designer shoes is getting stronger. Pakistani designers are equally appreciated by the people as international designers are. Footwear undoubtedly is one of the most essential parts of one’s apparel. Today, footwear industry in Pakistan is crowded with a large range of Pakistani and foreign designers. These, by contributing their individual flavor to it have created a market which offers a large variety of designs, styles and trends.

In the industry of designer shoes, hot topic these days is Nadia Hussain’s shoe collection “Fetish” which has stirred people quite a bit. According to Nadia Hussain, “big chunky stones and diamantes are used in the collection and 70 per cent of the line comprises flats.” It would be interesting to see how far these designer shoes will be able to thrill the public in such a time whenPakistani designer shoes are drifting away from the flats.

Flats have been ruling the market since long but this is the time to rise a bit with kitten heels, peep toes and wedges. This summer the new range of Pakistani designer shoes such as ECS, SOUL and STYLO are offering wedges and peep toes along with a considerable range of ballet flats, pumps, gladiator sandals and ankle strap shoes. Though Designer brands like Outfitters; CrossRoads offer more funky and comfortable flat shoes. There is a small variety of peep toes as well.

Marie Claire is often known for stilettos and peep toes but this summer you will be seeing a large range of kitten heels and wedges on the outlet. Designer shoes are mostly more concerned about merging up style with comfort. Particularly, Pakistani designer shoes, as they can identify with the frame of mind of general public more closely that is why they offer a mixture of fancy and funky designer shoes for casual wear. Stilettos, peep toes, block heals have always been considered formal foot wear. Wedges, with floral motifs, polka dots and with all the cool colors of summer breaks the rule of flats and pumps. Kitten heels are becoming more famous in women of slightly older age as it not only retains their dignity and sophistication but also adds style and make them look trendy. This summer, shed off your typical choice in designer shoes and experience a large variety of colorful motifs and different styles in designer shoes.

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Latest Fashion Trends in Pakistan

Get the chic look with the traditional and exotic Kaftan and frocks and use our tips to pick it just right.

Everybody has got clinched with the latest trends of fashion, as the fashion trends 2010 in Pakistan has offered a unique diversity for the selection of your apparels. The hot trend of summer 2010 is flowing and comfortable Kaftan, which is preferable almost by all age groups of women. From young girls to mature ladies, everybody has fallen in love with the latest trends of Kaftan.

Today, we know Kaftan as the latest trends of 2010; however it has been worn as traditional outfit in Africa and Middle East countries since ancient times. Kaftan was considered as an elite garment by putting delicately patterned embroidery and embellishments. The elegant Kaftan is still the most favorite dress to wear on formal state events and special occasions like wedding, by the members of North African royalty. In every era, Kaftan has been reinvented, as in Pakistani ladies fashion 2010; Kaftan has been preferred as casual throw-over or summer dress.

When it comes to buying and wearing the desirable Kaftans, there are few key points that should be notified. The most important to choose from the collection of Kaftan trends 2010 is the quality of the fabric, as it should be comfortable and flexible. Since the Kaftan grasp the important place in fashion Pakistan, all women are seeking to wear it, however you can simply made it unique by developing your own style.

If you want to follow the hot trend and still desire to look distinguished, try using different colors to add up an exclusive flavor to your kaftan. The latest trends for loose and airy Kaftan are available in two styles, long one and short kaftan. If you are wearing a full length kaftan, then you simply don’t need to accessorize it at all, as it is so much full of itself. However, if you are choosing short kaftan, you can surely accessorize it with loose pants or trousers.

Along with Kaftan, another hot trend that has made its mark in Pakistani ladies fashion 2010 is traditional frocks. Both the styles are conventional, yet exotic and add chic to your personality and wardrobe. The amazing beauty of Kaftan and frocks is their ability to fit in the formal and casual styles as needed. The best looks of Kaftan and frocks trends 2010 can be achieved in chiffon and cotton fabric.

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Latest Fashion Trends

Searching your closet, playing with your hairs in a deep deep thought of what should your wear, something classy, some thing that can make you look ‘oh so hot’ girl in the town, Confused? Yes, but worry not because we got some simple solutions for you keeping in mind the latest fashion trends.

First thing that you need to know is being fashionable is not about blindly following the latest fashion rather it is the modification of latest fashion according to your individuality, personality and your identity as a girl. What you wear is a reflection of your inner self. And your dress must be representing the original you with a touch of style and modernity.

These days Capri shalwar kameez and frocks are holding the center of attraction not only in Pakistan or India but also in the western world. They have full wide range of different styles and colors in formal and casual both. In choosing between the two, a frock will go with a type of girl next door, naive and innocent, a believer of the fairytales, because of the image of tradition that frocks usually represent.

Going back to Mughal era the most popular dress was frock for Mughal princess and queens. Thus frock holds a representation of classical tradition and classical woman living in the moment of latest fashion. On the other hand, a Capri shalwar kameez will match a bold and forward woman, who is audacious by nature. In this way you can choose what suits ‘you’ the best, because you don’t want to loose your original charm amidst the glamorous world of fashion.

Talking about the latest trends of accessories, from a casual friendship band to a formal stone embellished necklace, they come in a variety of shapes, style and colors. Be it a charming pair of earrings, or a classic waist belt, big sunglasses or just a simple colorful bangle, can add posh and style to your personality. It all depends on what you choose for yourself, plus an enchanting smile can add a lot to your sense of being modern and fashionable.

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Pakistani Fashion Trends 2011

2011 is a start to a new decade, ‘fashion’ one of our favorite and most used term is in full swing. We all want to know what Pakistani fashion trends 2011 are all about. Winters are coming to an end and we all are gearing up to refresh our wardrobes for spring and summer 2011.

Ladies white is the new black, if you think it will not look gorgeous on you then you are sadly mistaken. White is for everybody from fair to wheatish complexion. You will be amazed how white is so elegant and graceful, don’t forget to wear your pearls along to enhance it. White is easy to carry whether in the form of a Kurta that you can wear on your jeans or a long dress along with Churidar Pajama, which is our desi version of skinny jeans.

Churi Pajamas are the traditional fitted Pajamas being worn in India and Pakistan for a very long time. A point came when our new generation was completely alien to what this is and found skinny jeans very hip and in. This is the time when Churidar Pajamas came back in to fashion. They look exquisitely elegant with the kind of long Kameez’s that are in these days. I know what the next question is? Where do we get these since the tailors drive us insane? These days almost every boutique is making ready to wear Churidar Pajamas. Unbeatables and Funk Asia have one of the best ones.

Pakistani fashion trends 2011 make you realise how you should never throw your old wardrobe away, as fashion always repeats itself. Your grandmothers will definitely have the vintage wayfarer sunglasses that you can borrow, even if they don’t they are very easy to find since they are so in these days. As for older women maybe it’s time to look back at your favourite movie star Audrey Hepburn and the kind of sunglasses that she used to wear.

How can we miss out on accessories, we all are so immensely attracted towards them since we were little, always copying our mothers and wanting to wear their rings and pieces of jewellery. Fashion 2011 brings in another piece of jewellery because of the high rated gold. Kundan, the most traditional jewellery in our culture is catching up its pace again. It is one of those things which will never go out of fashion. It looks elegant with whatever you are wearing; it can be in the form of big chunky rings to small earrings. To have a piece of this jewellery you definitely not need to be rich as Kundan is very affordable yet gives a royal look.

Pakistani fashion trends 2011 also give you a free reign over your fashion sense. You always have the liberty to bring out your own fashion. Always remember you look the best in what you are comfortable and know how to carry around. You can wear skinny jeans under a traditional Kurta with funky long necklaces, bangles and yet look very stylish. But in case you are a hard core fashion follower then Pakistani fashion trends 2011 is all about bright colours such as cherry red and fuchsia pink. Enjoy 2011 wearing those bright colours with matching accessories and having your confidence. Bright colours make you feel younger and look gorgeous.

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Latest Summer Trends 2011

 Summer trends 2011 take you on a very ethnic and traditional trip. Traditional outfits are the most inn, we all know how Churidars came back in fashion. Similarly we see a lot of truck art in outfits as well as accessories. Truck art is one of the most precious parts of our culture and our designers are doing a great job blending truck art in latest outfits and bags. Truck art is very lively and it makes you feel good about your self. Khaadi and Gulabo have a wide range of tuck art outfits which are very chic and well stitched.

All the provinces offer unique traditions for us to follow and our designers are taking along all four of them in a unique way. Sindhi Ajrak is inn; it can be used smartly in your outfits. You can merge the Ajrak with plain black or white cloth giving it a very elegant look. The colors of Ajrak can be slightly dull but you always have an option to give it a boost with a bright color. Even a plain white outfit will go well with an Ajrak dupatta.
Coming to Balochistan, The mirror work is very popular blended in bright colors similar to truck art. The mirrors are embedded in embroidery with different threads and our designers are merging Balochi mirror work with dull colors. You can get a piece of Balochi embroidery with bright colors and merge it with navy blue it will give life to your outfit. It can also be used in short Kurta’s that you can wear on jeans along with traditional bangles.

The century old tradition of Basant is one of the most colorful traditions of our country. The Basant colors such as bright yellows, oranges and shocking pinks are very inn. They give life to you summer wardrobe. Latest summer trends 2011 let you live your country’s traditions and culture to the most. This trend is extremely colorful which gives you confidence and you all look lovely in bright colors. Summer trends 2011 are all about bright colors and ethnicity.

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