Indians are no strangers to jackets. In fact, there have been many variations of the same throughout the country and are considered as elegant and stylish by many men. Jackets are usually worn over the traditional Kurtas and shirts and they literally add an additional layer of style that elevates the overall fashion quotient to a whole new level. Over time, the traditional jackets have gotten a new stylish touch but the Desi-ness in it still prevails. One can say that the modern day fashion has well adopted ethnic jackets and the result has been ravishing. Take a look at a few designer jackets that people have been raving praises about:

• Printed Jackets:

Printed jackets are a great option for party wears that go well with Kurtas and Shirts. The printed patterns are customized to the likings of the wearer and hence the ethnicity is maintained in the midst of modern fashion sense.

The printed patterns include the embroidery, which is an integral ethnic tradition in Northern India; the princely printed jacket that brings out a royal look; the Nehru jacket, a high colored version of the traditional jacket, and many more, the list is endless. Pair them up with a light colored Kurta-Pyjama and a great looking Mojari to get bring your best foot forward.

• Waist Coats:

Both waistcoats and jackets are half sleeved and tailored wear that is worn above a certain outfit and has no sleeved. The only major differences are that the waistcoats have a deeper neckline and as the name suggests, they are limited to the waistline.

Waist coats are usually worn over shirts and also go really well under suits. They bring out the dapper look and come in more solid and dark colors like black, wine, maroon, brown or purple. Waist Coats can easily be selected to match other accessories like the shoe, belt, and wallets. These are usually preferred in many formal wedding events, family gatherings and as party wear for men.

• Solid Color Jackets:

Solid Color jackets are the newer version of the traditional jackets. It’s a great example of a fine blend between the traditional Indian ethnic wear, and a bold modern look. This is highly preferred these days as they do good justice to all sorts and colors of Kurtas and Shirts on which they are worn.

The solid colors can either be of the same shade or texture, and the materials vary from cotton to velvet. These jackets are preferred worldwide with their ability to blend well with any form of clothing, just like the culture that originated it!

Jackets are worn outside and hence are a great way to flaunt it. They come along with many options. You think jackets are boring? Then go with the Chinese collar, the deep cut collar, the V-neck collar, lapels, brooches, and pocket squares, the customizations are endless. Choose your pattern, your type, the material, and rock the party look with something that brings out the ethnic beauty really well.