Fashion, Lookbook

21 Desi women that absolutely slayed while wearing the salwar kameez

Absolutely iconic.

By May. 25, 2015
Attribution: @pakistanstreetstyle / via Instagram

Salwar Kameez is a traditional outfit considered a classic by so many through Southeast Asia. Many countries and cultures in the area have adopted and changed the design to create their own iconic garments. From sleeves to length to drape, so many variations exist though we still call them Salwar Kameez.

Perhaps these will inspire you to find a pair and dress it up. You do you, boo!

1. This look screams of modern aesthetics.

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2. Cute and fun in Paisley!

https://www.instagram.com/p/BXAr86zlM-F/?tagged=salwarkameez

3. Decadent outfit.

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How adorable does @thefilmyowl look! 😍😍💗💗 Thank you for the kind words ! #Repost @thefilmyowl with @repostapp ・・・ Another one of my mirror selfies !! . . ✨🤗🙊 this would be my first time renting an outfit by the way and im glad it was @stage3social ! The process was super convenient and i got my altered dry cleaned outfit a night before i had to wear it ! ( another thing – i have enough clothes to wear but trying out new silhouettes is soo much fun without paying the actual price ! ) . . . This beeeyoootiful outfit is from @stage3social 's in house label #inayat ! I don't care if i look like a tent in it ! Absolooootly loved my experience with this whole renting scene ! I could get used to it ! ❤️❤️❤️ and i absolutely encourage u guys to give it a shot and join the sustainable minimal culture without compromising on your pataka vibes !

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4. I’m getting beach vibes from this.

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5. I would totally wear this look to a formal!

6. Sunset dreams.

7. This is one way to turn heads.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BNsOm_BAzu2/

8. Uhm, I can totally see this look on a Lancôme ad!?

9. A total princess.

10. Accessory game on point.

11. What a beautiful tone!

12. I absolutely LOVE the floral print on this!

https://www.instagram.com/p/BMqbUBIAFK6/

13. Looking elegant and cool.

https://instagram.com/p/ug9MWGEUmh/

14. Giving new meaning to the LBD.

15. The perfect outfit for an outdoor wedding.

16. The infinite color of spring.

17. Designs like these are out of this world.

18. The perfect outfit for a chill day out.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BNxL-auA2pd/

19. Where can I buy one!?

20. Can you say #campuschic?

21. Vibrant bursts of color add life to any event!