Raksha Bandhan is a popular festival celebrated all over India. This festival is dedicated day for men to honor their sister and vice-versa. This festival finds its roots in Hinduism however it is widely celebrated all over India by people of all religions. The celebrations mostly take place in the day time and the custom involves a sister tying a symbolic colorful cord around the wrist of her brother. Generally this is followed by a full course family meal or even dining out. Like most occasions, Raksha Bandhan is also celebrated by wearing bright ethnic ensembles and both men and women dress up in ethnic wear for this festival. Bearing in mind that ethnic wear trends are constantly evolving, read further to know more about ethnic wear styling tips for men for the upcoming Raksha Bandhan celebrations.
Casual Kurta Pyjama with Nehru Jackets
The Kurta Pyjama is a staple for most Indian festivals however one can add a lot more desi swag to ones look by pairing the kurta pyjama with a trendy Nehru jacket. The Nehru jacket comes in a wide range of fabrics and colors and one can buy these ethnic garments online or at a store. For the occasion of Raksha Bandhan one can pair up a casual white slim fit kurta pyjama with a bright and vibrant colored Nehru jacket or it can work the other way around and one can pair up a vibrant colored ensemble with a white, cream or beige Nehru jacket. Stick to Nehru jackets in fabrics like Khadi, linen and cotton for day wear on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan.
Kurta with Denims and Straight Legged Trousers
For a more casual and less dressy look, men can pair up the kurta with straight legged trousers and denims. This look is casual yet stylish and perfect for day wear. One can achieve a dapper indo-western look with a pastel shade kurta with dark blue denims or a vibrant shade kurta with beige or white straight legged trousers.
Jodhpur Pants
The Jodhpur pants are another ethnic silhouette one might want to try out for the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. The Jodhpur pants work best with a casual mandarin collar shirt and Nehru jacket. This look is dapper and sophisticated while at the same time casual. This is a great outfit for family dining out plans on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan.
Bandhgala Blazer
The bandhgala blazer is the full sleeved version of the Nehru jacket that can be worn as the upper half of a suit or even paired up with casual trousers and denims. The bandhgala blazer for summer wear and the occasion of Raksha Bandhan would be best when stitched in comfortable summer wear fabrics like cotton, linen and Khadi. Opt for the usual subtle yet trendy colors like blue, grey, beige, tan and white. Bandhgala blazers are easily available online or at a store near you giving you good reason to try this trendy blazer on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan.