hue
has a timeless, classic air that instantly lifts any look you integrate
it into. Striking yet versatile, it’s traditionally associated with
strong, powerful outerwear; a bond that is set to be reinforced this
season.
body
in terms of comfort. For a more formal feel, you can opt from a variety
of silk types, but make sure they don't reflect all the lights in the
room.
colour and not stitch it on the inside.
Eid
is around the corner, and men of all age groups are vying to go get the
perfect pair of footwear to match with their traditional kurta. Whether
it's leather slip-ons, or strappier ones, men's sandals are always
designed to be cool, relaxed and comfortable. Since the Eid season is
around the corner, a lot of old and new designs are being stocked
everywhere. Here are some popular styles that are trending these days!
of the leather well!
of the other two colours easily wears off and doesn't last long.
thong,
this type of sandals is usually made of rubber. Whilst it's a sandal
style that has remained popular throughout the years, footwear
manufacturers often come up with evolved designs of the same kind. You
can 
easily sport these with your Eid kurta and even wear them with your jeans!
anywhere
you want. The class and type varies according to the material used to
make them. If flip-flops are made of leather, and in dark colours,
choose them for semi-formal use; if they are made of rubber and are in
brighter shades, you can 
safely buy them for casual use, around the house.
paired
with jeans and shalwar-kurtas. They give your feet more comfort and
allow them to wiggle freely inside the sandals. Wearing them, you will
gain more safety without losing the style.
KARACHI:
Exactly two months ago, when spring began descending into odious summer, the local police candidly declared that their characteristic grumpiness
was not a personality trait intrinsic to their job but was in fact
brought on by the dark colours of their uniform. Thus given that fashion
has become pervasive in Pakistan in the last few years, The Express Tribune
picked on some of fashion’s exciting new talents to redesign the police
uniform. While we were hoping the designers would show their funky and
bohemian flare, often spotted in their collections on the ramp, the
sketches show a different and rather mature approach.
Akif Mahmood“I wanted to make it very simple since it is a uniform and requires practicality. Instead of the typical black though, I have a white and lime printed shirt. White works best for men because the weather is mostly sunny and warm in Pakistan. I have added a waistcoat with pockets which is not only fashionable, but will also prove useful to hold all their arms,” explains Mahmood. However, he adds that one can’t be completely fashion-centric because most policemen are older and experimental designs appeal to youngsters more. The designer, who is a fan of denim, has suggested nontreated denim for the pants. “Denim would give a cool feel to the overall look. The whole point is to make the typical uniform interesting and presentable. Also given the popularity of films like Dabanng, policemen are also viewed as icons.”
Wardha Saleem
“This is my vision of how I want to see a policeman. I have used white for the pants not just because it repels heat but because the colour symbolises purity and power. We all expect the police to be this agent of fairness and justice and also expect them to have authority,” states Saleem. The designer has used turquoise, which is supposed to balance out the look since it is a neutral and fresh colour. “I wanted them to feel good about themselves yet not lose their strong image,” says Saleem.
Adnan Pardesy
“I have given the cops cargo pants in poplin cotton instead of twill fabric that is typically used. The cotton is lighter and makes for ease of movement in the summer. Overall, I have retained the blue details of the current uniform but used white as the base,” states Pardesy. For the top, the designer has suggested a polo t-shirt in 60/2 mercerised cotton fabric, which is basically a mix fabric that is easy to wash and wear and doesn’t dull out even after multiple washes. “The polo also gives a formal feel to the uniform and will keep the men cooler yet give them the air of authority. And the best part is that it is extremely cheap to make,” he adds.
Irfan Ali
“Whenever I think of the Pakistani police, the associated emotion that the term ignites is fear. Yet, as a fashion designer when I visualise the police I think of a sleek and smart look. I wanted to therefore go for a modern, minimalistic look that every police man can carry off,” says Ali. The designer states that since Pakistani police comes from all classes, he chose not to be too experimental with design. “The look is very simple. The cotton under-shirt is in an off-white colour and the upper jacket is dull green with 3D pockets, along with the necessary police monograms. The trousers are grey instead of black and are paired with long boots,” concludes the designer.
Mohsin Ali
“I was thinking of the ancient subcontinental silhouettes of an angharkha, but wanted to make something modern with a twist of history in it. Since it’s so hot in Pakistan, the pants are airy from the hip but tight from below to give a slightly fashionable look,” says Ali. A cool wool is used for the gloves to repel heat and the scarf is added to absorb perspiration. The designer adds, “I also wanted to give the police men solar hats in two layers that create a vacuum in between for air supply.” The colours used in Ali’s creation are very light and the designer has used grey instead of white, “since white gets soiled easily in this dusty weather”.
Published in The Express Tribune, May 24th, 2012.