Anarkali and Gowns
Flared Anarkalis with heavy embroidery on the lower half should be chosen to add volume to the hips. Empire-waist or A-line gowns are recommended to create a proportionate silhouette. Deep necklines and minimal shoulder detailing should be preferred.
Heavy embroidery on the upper half should be avoided.
Sarees
Soft, flowy fabrics like chiffon, georgette, or crepe should be chosen to create a sleek upper-body appearance. A simple or lightly embroidered blouse is recommended to avoid adding extra volume to the shoulders.
Avoid stiff fabrics like brocade or heavily starched cotton should be avoided, as they can make the upper body look broader.
Lehengas
A-line or flared lehengas should be selected to add volume to the lower body. Lehengas with heavy embroidery, pleats, or layers are recommended to balance broad shoulders.
Avoid straight-cut or mermaid-style lehengas should be avoided, as they do not add enough volume to the lower body.
Blouses and Tops
Blouses with minimal shoulder embellishments should be worn to avoid emphasizing the upper body. Deep V-neck or scoop-neck blouses should be worn to create a lengthening effect on the upper body.
Avoid puffed sleeves or structured-shoulder blouses should not be selected, as they further exaggerate broad shoulders.
Dupatta Draping
Dupatta draped diagonally across the body should be preferred to soften broad shoulders.
Tightly draped Dupatta and taking it on the neck should be avoided.
Colors & Prints
Lighter or brighter shades on the lower body are recommended to create a balanced silhouette. Lighter or brighter shades on the lower body are recommended to create a balanced silhouette.
Heavy embroidery, bold embellishments, or large prints should be avoided.
