The sherwani is a timeless piece of traditional men's clothing in South Asia, mainly in India and Pakistan. For centuries, this elegant garment has been a symbol of honor and cultural pride, often worn on special occasions like weddings and religious festivals. Typically made from rich fabrics like silk, brocade, or velvet, the sherwani is a long coat-like outfit, paired with a kurta and pajama, giving it an air of regality. To ensure the perfect fit, customizing a sherwani is essential for looking your best on your special day.

1. Selecting the Right Fabric for Your Sherwani

First of all, you should choose the right material. For customizing a sherwani, you can pick the available silk and Korean raw silk, which includes cotton as well as velvet. It is always different in comfort, durability, and occasion.

• A silk sherwani is a real classic where you get so much luxury feel and sheen.
  
  
• If there is a winter wedding, you can go for velvet sherwanis and be warm.
  
  
• As for Korean raw silk, it offers a very smooth texture and structure, so it is excellent to use in embroidery works.
  
  
• Cotton sherwanis are light in weight and perfect for warmer climates in simpler ceremonies.
  
  Choose a fabric that aligns with the season, venue, and formality of the event to ensure comfort throughout the day.
  

2. Choosing the Perfect Color for Your Sherwani
   

Color is very important while customizing a sherwani. Even if ivory and cream are staples in Pakistan, with simplicity and grace, other colors like maroon, black, gold, and deep green always celebrate being different and loud.

• Ivory and cream are pure and sophisticated, always perfect for traditional weddings.
  
  
• Maroon and gold add grandeur and are often chosen for festive celebrations.
  
  
• Black sherwanis are a modern yet elegant option for evening ceremonies.

The color chosen should complement your skin tone. Color choice should also go hand in hand with the overall wedding color scheme. It is always preferred to seek an opinion from an expert in fashion to ensure that your color in a sherwani suits your style and the theme for your special day.

3. Selecting the Right Design
   

When ordering a customized sherwani, the design should reflect your personality and that of the theme of the occasion. Though there are contemporary designs, this traditional dressing also has various designs ranging from olden times to the present:

• The ornamental designs are very heavy with embroidery and ornamentations. There are also a lot of intricate patterns inspired by nature which contain flowers or paisley motifs.
  
  
• Modern designs have cleaner lines and minimal embroidery, best suited for a modern groom who loves simple things.
  

The choice of design would also depend on the wedding venue and theme. A more grand venue would require a very opulent and heavy embroidery sherwani. On the contrary, in smaller and more intimate places, a minimalist design may also do the job.

Taking Accurate Measurements for the Perfect Fit

A sherwani can surely be stylish, but a sherwani above all must be perfectly fitted. The chest, shoulders, arms, waist, and hips should be considered while measuring to avoid an uncomfortable tightly fitted sherwani. Measurements should be taken by someone who is going to stitch or you can take them on your own if you are stitching. A sherwani should snugly fit your body and should not be too tight. The hem should also reach nearly to the knee top. The sleeves should go down to the wrist. Wondering how to get a proper-fitted sherwani for a wedding? Pay attention to key details:

Here's what you need to consider for a flawless fit:

• Chest and Waist: The garment should not feel constricting, and should be well-fitted.
  
  
• Shoulders: The Garment should be aligned perfectly at the shoulder line.
  
  
• Sleeve Length: Especially the sleeves should neither be too long nor too short; must end at the wrist.
  
  

At Arsalan Iqbal, custom sherwanis are made according to the requirements of every client. Our highly skilled tailoring services will ensure that your sherwani makes you look beautiful and fits you perfectly.

Selecting The Right Accessories

Accessories complete the formality of the sherwani look. Some popular accessories are:

Turban: The conventional sherwani is often seen with a traditional turban that adds a royal touch.

Dupatta: A dupatta on one shoulder adds beauty to the entire attire and lends an elegant touch to the overall appearance

Pocket square: A small pocket square made of silk or cotton provides a splash of color and sophistication.

Embroidered footwear (Mojaris): Mojaris are traditional shoes, mostly matching up with a sherwani, completed with perfect stitches.

The above accessorize complements your entire look to finalize the outfit with a more authentic and smooth finish.

Consultation from a Fashion Expert

Go and consult with a fashion expert to smooth out your entire process of customizing your sherwani. They can guide you through choosing fabrics, colors, embroidery, and accessories based on the latest trends or your own preferences. Here at Arsalan Iqbal, we have our fashion experts who will be available to help you with your best decisions for your big day.

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