We have spent half of our lives buying kurtis for occasions and kurta sets like chikankari kurti , long kurti, cotton kurta, kurta for college girls etc.. but have you ever wondered that what’s the actual difference between these terms.Well let’s find out.
Kurta and Kurti are both traditional Indian attire worn by men and women respectively. The main difference between them is the length and design.
KURTA
Kurtas are a long, loose-fitting, tunic- style garment that is usually worn by men in India. They are typically made from cotton or silk and they are often embellished with embroidery or other intricate designs. Kurtas can be worn for both casual and formal occasions depending on the style and fabric. They also come in various designs and patterns, and they can either have full-sleeved or short-sleeved. In addition, they can be either long or short, depending on their purpose.
Women in India also wear kurtas traditionally, which are different from men’s kurtas. Women’s kurtas are typically more fitted and less flowy than men’s. They are long and come in different prints and colors. Women also tend to pair their kurtas with leggings or churidars, long pants that are fitted at the ankle. They would typically wear the long-styled Kurta on formal occasions, which can either be sleeveless, quarter or full length.
KURTI
Kurtis, on the other hand, are shorter versions of the kurta, and they have a more modern, youthful feel. They are usually more fitted and shorter, reaching just above or below the knee. They can be made from different fabrics such as cotton, silk, and chiffon. Kurtis are also commonly paired with leggings or churidars. Kurtis can be worn for both casual and formal occasions, depending on how they are styled. Their popularity has increased over the years, and today, women of different ages can wear them.
Kurtis are usually much shorter than kurtas and as a result, they tend to be more comfortable while also being more accommodating. They are versatile and can be dressed up or down according to the occasion. Kurtis come in many different styles, patterns, and colors, and they can be worn with or without accessories. Their appeal is that they are modern but still retain elements of tradition.
Their Evolution In Modern Times
While no one cares to know the right meanings of these terms nowdays these kurtas and kurtis have highly evolved or we can say they have changed to modern versions ie to match the trends of gen z .
Some of the so called modern versions of these kurtis or kurta for women are –
- Sleeveless Kurtis
- High Slit Kurta
- Chikankari Kurti / Kurta
- Mandarin Kurti
- Off Shoulder Kurti/Kurta
- A Line Kurta
and many more…
These are traditional ethnic indian wear but at the same time their modern evolutions have caused a stir in the market and they are populared with the titles indian asthetic wear. Well that wo be another huge topic to discuss. Till then of course keep shopping!