Beat the heat in style

Change your wardrobe like the weather. We show you the way!
As the sun shifts its gaze on us, we need to gear up to face its glare. And what better way to beat the summer, than to stock up on cool summer wear? But does the style brigade of the city of Nawabs know what’s making heads turn this season? Read on.
As cotton, linen, muslin and khadi are heat friendly fabrics and preferred during this time of the year, well-known designers in the city get you more on how to dress to beat the heat.
Agreed that men have limited options to add to their wardrobes, but they can always try linen or cotton trousers which can never go wrong for summers, believes designer Sahil Gulati. “Personally I would go for three-fourth shorts and a cool tee that can be paired up well with plimsolls or chappals and accessorised with caps and wrist bands. And women can always trust bright knee-length dresses. Even shorts and tank tops in bright shades of purple or green would look really chic. It’s all about just the right mix and match,” quips Sahil.
Sharing the same thought is designer Asmita Marwah who is of the view that quarter pants or bermudas can be worn by both men and women throughout summer. “Men can always team up their lowers with t-shirts in bright hues or graphic designs or even with splashes of citric colours. Women have far more variety to choose from, but strappy, flowery patterned dresses worn with flip-flops and a nice beaded necklace or a belt or bangle would just complete the look to step out and soak in the sun. Watches or a funky cap would be best for boys,” she suggests Asmita.
On a different note, Shashikanth Naidu puts forth the idea of fusion for a traditional summer evening. He says, “It’s all about how to make a style statement of your own. It’s not necessary to stick to heavy Kanjeevarams for a traditional evening; on the contrary lightweight georgette saris with a heavy border would look classier. For casuals women can go in for tunics, sleeveless tops in cotton, and men can try out short kurtas that really look fresh in every possible light shade.”
Designer Zubin Vakil proposes that youngsters go in for wrap dresses, floral printed outfits with tropical colours and oriental insignia. “Greens, sunshine and a lot of bright colours are in and look stunning on halters. You can team up your summer wear with flip-flops and a colourful pouch bag,” says Zubin.
Does your wardrobe have all that’s needed to beat the heat this summer? If not, gear up and keep it stylish.
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