Salwar Kameez, undoubtedly, is one of the most convenient Indian outfits for women. Since most of the women are pursuing their own career and remaining outdoors for a major portion of the day, the need for a practical outfit has led to the rampant use of Salwars or Churidars instead of Sarees. It is common knowledge that Salwars or Churidars are much more appropriate for women who need to move around a lot and that they do not get the same comfort from a Saree.
Each year brings with it new fashion trends and style. As these trends impact the look of other outfits, they influence the design of a Salwars or Churidars as well. In a Salwar Kameez or Churidar Kameez, sleeves are often experimented with. Traditionally, the Kameez featured long sleeves or three quarter sleeves. With time, the sleeve got shorter which resulted in short sleeves and then, finally, into sleeveless Shalwar Kameezs or Churidar Kameezs. Since many women with conservative tastes might find themselves a bit uncomfortable in a sleeveless Salwar Kameezs or Churidar Kameezs, short sleeves Salwar Kameez or Churidar Kameez have become quite popular since it appeals to most women and majority of women find it most comfortable. When it comes to
Casual Wear Salwar Kameez or Churidar Kameez, short sleeves are the best option. It becomes highly uncomfortable to go about ones routine work in full sleeves or long sleeves. Apart from making one feel hot and stuffy, long sleeves restrict the easy movement of arms to a certain extent. Short sleeves are also ideal for monsoons since they dry up much quickly. On the contrary, if one gets wet in the rain wearing a Shalwar Kameez or Churidar Kameez featuring long sleeves, it would take ages for the sleeves to dry up which would result in a messy look.