kurtas

Long loose tops

Kurtas are loose, collarless shirts or tunics worn in South Asia, typically falling to the knee or below.

Traditional garments in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, they're worn by men and women alike, often paired with loose trousers.

The singular is kurta: She bought a silk kurta at the market.

garment

tunic

Loose hip-length top

cotton · silk · linen · embroidery · neckline · hemline · cuffs · placket · side slits · mandarin collar

fashion

ethnic wear

Culturally specific attire

casual · formal · designer · printed · embroidered · block print · bandhani · ikat · handloom · khadi

menswear

sherwani

South Asian formal overcoat

pocket square · brooch · groom · groomsmen · wedding guest

cultural

South Asian

From the subcontinent

Punjabi · desi · festival · Diwali · Eid · mehendi · puja · celebration · ceremony · heritage

Categories
Opposites
garment structure/fit

kurtastailored shirts

Custom-fitted upper garments

dress shirts · waistcoats · corsets · compression shirts · vests

cultural/regional origin

kurtasdress shirts

Formal collared garments

polo shirts · blazers · suits · t-shirts · blouses

formality/context in western settings

kurtasdress shirts

Formal collared garments

suits · blazers · office wear · corporate attire

Phrases
Family

kurta, kurti

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G