Making Unstitched Fabric Spectacular with Popular Pakistani Embellishments

If you love embroidery, you will know that it has a complete history behind it. Embellishments make the design light up and help you in creating an outfit so elegant and beautiful that everyone just keeps staring.

Popular embellishments used in Pakistani unstitched suits are deeply rooted in the country’s rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship. So, indeed, these embellishments on the women unstitched shirts (in both 2-piece as well as 3-piece suits) help in enhancing the beauty and elegance of the fabric.

So, let us give you a brief idea of the types of embellishments that are favorites of Pakistani ladies. These key embellishments include:

- Thread Embroidery (Resham):

Resham, not the Pakistani actress of course, is the silk thread used in embroidery. Fashion brands use this thread in embroidery to create delicate floral and geometric motifs. 

All of these designs are responsible for adding artistic texture and elegance to the unstitched fabric. Using this thread is common in both casual and formal suits.

- Zardozi:

Another embellishment used by the Pakistani clothing brands to add a traditional touch to their elegant and deluxe clothing items is Zardozi. This popular embellishment is a truly traditional metallic thread embroidery using beautiful colored threads. Usually, the colors used are exquisite gold or silver threads.

These are often combined with beads or sequins. In addition, you can check for yourself that the zardozi work beautifully adding opulence to the shirt from a 2-piece or 3-piece unstitched suits. 

Also, this embroidery is frequently used in bridal and formal wear to create intricate, luxurious patterns. If you are going to be a bride in the coming days and are looking for THE dress, definitely look into zardozi for a beautiful and luxurious embroidery added to your outfit for the special day.

- Sequins and Beadwork:

Sequins and beadwork are pretty common and not just for formal wedding outfits. These small shiny discs, more commonly known as sequins and beads sewn onto the fabric of an unstitched formal shirt or a stitched one, beautifully add sparkle and an alluring charm that you cannot look away from. These embellishments are popular on chiffon and silk suits for women, especially for festive and evening wear.

- Laces:

Laces are intricate pieces designed to add to the outfits, and these come in all shapes and sizes. Some of these add-ons are more decorative, while others are simple, yet beautiful. You can use these laces to decorate necklines, sleeves, hemlines, and even dupattas. Also, the beauty of this embellishment is that you can combine it with other add-ons to create really beautiful bridal and party wear.

- Mirror Work:

The mirror work, the most beautiful mirror work, is another traditional embellishment. These small pieces of glass (or sometimes you will also find the pieces to be acrylic mirrors) are sewn onto the fabric beautifully. Once done, the final outcome will be some pretty reflective patterns. Mirror work is also often combined with embroidery for a striking effect.

- Kashida:

This is another creative and beautiful local embroidery embellishment coming all the way from the beautiful land of Kashmir. You can use Kashida to create floral and paisley styles in bold and/or contrasting colors on unstitched Embroidered suits. Kahsida is also known to add a distinctive style and sophistication to 2-piece as well as 3-piece suits.

Summary Table: Embellishments by Occasion and Region

Why These Embellishments Matter

These embellishments are more than just decoration add-ons if we are being honest. Truthfully, these beautifully designed pieces are carrying cultural stories, identities, and social meanings. 

When you buy and wear a beautiful 2-piece suits or 3-piece suit with specific embroidery or embellishment like the traditional ones shared above, you are essentially connecting yourself to Pakistan’s rich clothing heritage. 

The most beautiful outcome that you can get from using these add-ons is allowing your own personal expression through traditional originality.

Choosing Embellishments Based on Occasion

You can keep your unstitched suits looking beautiful for a long time by selecting the embellishments that are most suited to the occasions you are going while wearing the outfit. However, there is a technique here of finalizing the kind of embellishment based on the occasion.

1. Casual and Everyday Wear

• Recommended Embellishments: For an everyday outfit or casual wear, we recommend shirts with light thread embroidery (Resham). You can also select the 2-piece co-ord sets having minimal beadwork and subtle lace trims.
• Why: These embellishments are cute, sophisticated, and, of course, elegant. So, if you are looking for styles that can easily set you apart without being too heavy, especially for daily use, then this is it.
• Fabric Suggestions: Cotton lawn, cambric, or light chiffon with small embroidered styles.

2. Office or Semi-Formal Events

• Recommended Embellishments: Go with moderate Resham embroidery, delicate lace, minimal sequins and beads, or a combo of these for partially formal or office looks.
• Why: Keeps the outfit professional yet stylish.
• Fabric Suggestions: Linen, khaddar, or silk blends with tasteful embroidery on sleeves, necklines, or borders.

3. Festivals and Cultural Events

• Recommended Embellishments: Mirror work, vibrant thread embroidery, or light sequins will make your look festive without a doubt. You can wear shirts with such embellishments when going to cultural events or festivals with friends and family.
• Why: These embellishments add brightness and festivity without being overly formal.
• Fabric Suggestions: Bright lawn fabric, chiffon, or georgette with colorful embroidery and mirror accents.

4. Formal and Wedding Wear

• Recommended Embellishments: You can definitely go with all of these or a few selected options among these for formal events: Heavy Zardozi, Swarovski crystals, intricate beadwork, heavily detailed lace, and the beautiful Kashida embroidery.
• Why: All of these, separately or combined, can make your outfit radiant. In other words, use these traditional options for special occasions like weddings or you can wear our Pret Suits with zero effort.
• Fabric Suggestions: Velvet, raw silk, chiffon, and organza with heavy embroidery.

Caring for Embellished Unstitched Suits

1. Washing

• Hand Wash or Dry Clean
• Avoid Machine Wash

2. Drying

• Air Dry in Shade
• Flat Drying

3. Ironing

• Low Heat
• Avoid Direct Contact

4. Storage

• Use a Muslin Cloth
• Avoid Hanging Heavy Embellished Suits
• Keep Away from Moisture

Bonus Tip: Styling Embellished Suits

• So, when you are already wearing heavily embellished suits, go with minimal jewelry. Don’t overdo it.
• Also, use plain or lightly embroidered dupattas with heavily embroidered kameez.  Balance, right?