Embroidered Salwar Kameez

Embroidery has always been an inseparable part of the Punjabi salwar kameez. Most salwar kameez meant for formal and semi-formal occasions are treated with an elaborate dose of embroidery. The popularity of the embroidered works can be gauged from the simple fact that there are no less than 21 types of embroidery used on salwar kameez.

Most common among the works is the booti work salwar kameez . It consists of simple patterns representing plants, leaves and flowers. Chikankari salwar kameez too have flowery patterns, but they are typically designed with predominant white threadwork. Mirror work comprises small mirror chips that are embroidered on the suits. These mirror chips form the hub around which the embroidery pattern develops. Moti work consists of small rounded beads stitched to the fabric as part of the embroidery pattern. A number of colored beads are used to create a colorful pattern.

Other forms of embroidery used on the salwar kameez are: cufdana work, dori work, dubka work, gota patti , kasab work, katha work, kundan work, parsi work, patch work, resham embroidery, sequins work, sippy work, sitara work, stone work, thread work, zardozi work, and zari work. With such a fascinating range of embroidery to choose from one could build a substantial wardrobe of embroidered salwar kameez .