India’s seasons are extreme, and the fabric you wear matters as much as the cut. Here is a simple guide through the year.
Summer (March–June)
- Cotton and mulmul: light, breathable and absorbent — mulmul is the softest and airiest.
- Linen and khadi: cool, and dry quickly.
- Light colours: whites, pastels and soft prints reflect the sun.
- Avoid: polyester and heavy synthetics, which trap heat.
Monsoon (July–September)
- Quick-drying cottons and cotton blends; shorter hems that stay clear of puddles.
- Deeper colours and prints, which hide splashes.
- Keep for later: silk, velvet and heavy embroidery, which do not like damp.
Winter (November–February)
- Layers: a cotton or cotton silk kurta with a jacket, shawl or stole.
- Warmer fabrics: wool blends, thicker cotton weaves, khadi and velvet for evenings.
- Richer colours: wine, mustard, bottle green and indigo.
Festive season
Chanderi, cotton silk and silk blends with zari or gota give festive sheen; choose breathable ones for long days of celebration.
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