Jodhpuri suit is a kind of semi-formal ethnic wear for men. It is also called Bandhgala in many markets. It was originally created in Rajasthan but gained popularity with time, all over the country. Semi-formal wear basically means an indo-western outfit. It is optional to combine it with a vest. Otherwise, it is basically a coat and pants made in an Indo western style. Brooches, embroidery, beadwork are different kinds of work done on the jodhpuri suit. Other than this, cufflinks are also used and they add charm to the whole attire. Though any kind of fabric can be used to create a jodhpuri suit, but men these days prefer silk cloth.

As for the occasion, this outfit is worn mostly in traditional occasions like wedding functions. If worn in winter season, the outfit can be accompanied with a scarf to beat the cold. For this, the neck is designed in deep-u shape and the scarf is worn inside covering the neck. Red and black colour combination has always been considered the most royal one. If embroidery is added on to the pocket square, even more elegance is added to the existing attire. Leaving the basic pants, and wearing the jodhpuri suit with chudidar, a gold chain and a watch gives the most classic looks of all times. Even the jutti worn can be altered and designed with embroidery and embellishments. This outfit made of velvet fabric gives a poise and stylish look.

The designers can try something new and exciting with the pockets. Pockets can be added to the waist and different styles can be made out of the handkerchiefs used for pocket squares. Contrasting the colour works best with jodhpuri suit and the pocket square. If going for a formal look, black coloured dhoti can be combined with the jodhpuri suit and contrasting coloured jutti. Boys can either have long and wavy hair with a beard or have short hair and be clean shaved. In fact a black jodhpuri suits is what men crave for. Even though a common one, this attire still looks the best and beats any other color combination. Imported fabrics can be used in the neckline or the whole bandhgala outfit to improve the look. If adding a brooch to the suit, the necessity of jewellery becomes less. A shirt with polka dots can be worn underneath the jodhpuri suits. It is an incoming fashion trend. Also, instead of simple buttons, wooden or metallic buttons can be used to make the attire look exquisite. Stonework can be done on the collar instead of anywhere else on the suit. It attracts the eye of the crowd and accentuates the look. The lowers can be decided according to the wants of the person who is going to wear it and can be designed by tailors in various patterns. Few examples of lowers are pants, trousers, chudidar, pajama, etc. The jodhpuri suit is one of the most graceful traditional outfits worn by men.

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