One piece three ways: Shamsha Hashwani

While trends fade, style remains eternal and one piece can be put together in many different ways. In this feature we have three fashionistas showing us how to put together an item from a designers collection, according to their own individual style and taste!



This lightly embellished dhoti shalwar, with pearl details by Shamsha Hashwani is made of an opulent silk fabric, and is tailored to perfection. The simple piece is truly a wardrobe essential this season, and can be worn with a variety of different ensembles.

Maliha Aziz Jamil



Marketing Director, Farah Talib Aziz

I styled the Shamsha Hashwani dhoti shalwar with a chikinkari box-cut kurta by Farah Talib Aziz and a Farah Talib Aziz mother of pearl clutch with golden accents. I paired this with my gold knot slip-ons from Zara. I accessorised using my everyday jewellery, which is my pearl and diamond rings, earrings, and a watch. I went for a very minimal make-up look, with just some kohl pencil around on my eyes, and I kept my hair straight. I would wear this outfit to a brunch, as I think it’s a great daytime look. I also think it would make a great Eid outfit!

Nashmia Amir Butt



Journalist

Considering the upcoming wedding season, I thought it would be interesting to mix something formal with the silk dhoti shalwar. So I paired the shalwar with a heavily embroidered red choli and wrapped a dupatta around to make a dhoti sari. The choli and dupatta is by Sonia Amir. I completed my outfit with gold heels from Dune. My hair and make-up was from Mahak Bokhari at Neelo’s Salon. They gave me a smoky eye with light pink lipstick and a voluminous blow-dry. I would wear this outfit to a mehndi or a grand dholki.

Mahvash Sheikh

 



Managing Editor, Secret Closet

I wore a black shirt from High Street Islamabad, and I paired it with a thin waist belt from Hermès. I then wore my gold pumps from LK Bennett, and completed the look with a gold clutch from Fendi. I kept the accessories very minimal, as I didn’t want it to be too formal. Shamain did my hair and make-up; I went for a very natural look. They gave me bright lips, soft eye make-up, and added some curls in my hair. I would wear this outfit to a lunch or an evening tea.