Monsoon fashion
The arrival of the monsoon is usually a happy thought for the Indians. It is a beautiful feeling to enjoy the monsoon season by sitting on a balcony or a window and experiencing the sweet smell of damp earth, looking at the skies big into pouring the coffee in hand and several pleasant occurrences. Even though you are utterly captivated by the beauty of the rainy season the prospect of going somewhere totally drenched in rain could be a terrible fate.
For the people who put their fashionable foot forward always the risk of accidentally stepping into a Puddle can be troubling. So this rainy season we are here to glam you up without a care in the world with the following monsoon fashion tips.
The monsoon is one of the most challenging seasons to look your best. With the pouring rain, potholes and the temperature changes from wet to humid, you should be a little more careful while dressing up while stepping out.
The following wardrobe ideas can make your attire look stylish as well as comfortable without putting any extra effort.
1) Wear Cotton Clothes
You should go for materials like a cotton shirt or nylon that won't get damaged by exposure to rainwater and are also quick to dry. Kautilya is one of the most trustworthy and safe fabrics which looks quite lovely. But not on the fabric choosing the right outfit is also very important. In the rainy season cotton shirts and cotton dresses are very comfortable for children, cotton sarees for ladies while attending a party and for men cotton tees and shirts can be very comfortable while being chic.
2) Avoid Full-Length Bottoms
The best way to avoid the marks of and dirty water on the legs of your jeans while dodging into the puddles is by wearing clothes that fall at or above your knees. Even if you enjoy travelling in the rain you will not enjoy walking with wet bottoms. For a party wear look you can consider mini dresses, blazers for work, maxi dresses for informal meetings also for weekends you can go for drawstring dresses.
3) Avoid Denim
Although Denim is the most fashionable wardrobe staple you should avoid it during the rainy season. Whether it is in the form of jackets or pants, it makes monsoon very difficult due to their poor quality and inability to dry fast than other fabrics.
Crop tops, cotton t-shirts, cotton shirts audio tops with skirts or cropped pants are some of the best options to put on, in a rainy season other than denim.
4) Dress up in Bright Colours
A rainy day already has enough Shades of Grey, which you don't need to add to the dull environment by putting on a dull colour. Monsoon is all about having a very good 5 and a good time so why don't you include that in your fashion sense as well, you can put bright colours which make you look even more lively.
Also, it is advisable to avoid light colours like white and beige which become translucent and to keep stains at bay. Pairing up with neutrals, vibrant pink, blues and oranges can be a very e good idea.
5) Comfortable Footwear
Wearing comfortable footwear is one of the most important things while dressing up for a rainy season. You should go for shoes that are pleasant on your feet and safe during the monsoon. Heels or any other closed shoe, leather and velvet shoe should be avoided.
Putting on rubber footwear, jelly shoes, or bright-coloured flip-flops is a very good option. Along with wearing socks which are waterproof to keep your feet dry and safe from infections.
6) Put on a Scarf
Putting on a scarf can not only look make you look stylish but also protect your hair from droplets of rain. You can go for a chic print like geometric patterns are floral designs, also animal prints or bright solid colours complementing the rest of your outfit are a Win-Win.
Apart from protecting your hair and neck from the cold wind, it can also help you cover your mobile phone with Case.
7) Loose Attires
After getting wet in the rain body-hugging clothes tighten even more. Choose loose-fitting cloth to give your outfit a unique look and help your skin breathe and prevent it from resulting in rashes or allergies.
Ideal go-to options in monsoon season are loose shirts, Kurtis and oversized jackets. Off-shoulder and short sleeve top will prevent water from clogging your sleeves and thus keep you fresh throughout the day.
