Fuse ethnic with western pieces smartly

Wondering how to revamp your closet this summer? Try to get your hands on kurtis to complement summer-friendly palazzos or Farshi pants. Meena Bindra, chairperson, BIBA, shares what to pick this season:

Fabrics: Breathable fabrics like cotton and linen silhouettes are winners when it comes to summer season.

Prints: Bright and quirky prints, understated and exquisite hand embroideries in dual tones will certainly make you a diva. For special occasions, opt for subtle gold prints on the waistband or team up a pastel shade kurti with gold dupatta to give you that elegant chic look. Going overboard with bling is a big no-no while minimal is the true calling for the season.

Colours: White is definitely a safe and stylish bet. Experiment with pink, orange, emerald green, lime, turquoise, deep red and peach along with pastels like powder pink and silky mauve.

Cuts: Clean, asymmetrical cuts, long slits, extensive flare in crinkled fabrics are the 'in trends' this summer for tops, tunics and kurtis. Straight cut kurtis coupled with complementing sheer panels are good too. Double layered and high slit kurtis are in vogue this season.

Chic bottom wears: Team up the kurtis with palazzos, farshi pants or even flared culottes.