The ultimate guide to dressing an Anarkali...

Everyone's dearest Anarkali, is the most worn and the most evolved piece of clothing. Today, anything long and flowy is called an Anarkali, but in history, this was worn only the traditional way; where equally proportioned fabric panels were cut and sewn together. But with each passing era, it has evolved! Therefore, it is one of the "the most evolved dress" and the ones doing this rigorous evolving are our Indian prima donnas.

There are various styles and adaptations of this vintage style garment. Pick the right one to accentuateyour features and body type.

Browse through this guide to find your perfect match Anarkali-

1. The All time classic, Anarkali's Anarkali

The most famous oneis the vintage Anarkali dress or should I call it Anarkali's anarkali?! This garment style is inherited from a Historical character and definitely owes its name to the beautiful courtesan at Mughal emperor Akbar's court, Anarkali. The significant feature of the classic anarkali is that the contrasting yoke ends just under the bust-line and should be worn only to emphasise the bust line. Like Malaika takes this dress a notch higher, skip the lining.

2. The GorgeousFloor sweeper Anarkali

The floor length Anarkali is only for the occasions that invite high voltage panache. This style can be as long as you want it to be. Just make sure the length is comfortable to walk. Its attribute of flaring from the waist can demand a tiny waist. All the shorties... This one's for you, it can easily hide heels and fake height.

3.Wrap-around Anarkali aka Angarkha style Anarkali

Way back when the Mughal royalty existed, Angarkha was a staple in every King and Queens wardrobe.Back in the day, this style of Anarkali was very famous among the Muslim royalty.This silhouette is perfect for a voluptuous body. This style of anarkali can be worn in cotton fabric for a casual outing or dressed up with embroidery and rich fabric for a formal event.

4. Anarkali over Lehenga / Lehenga Anarkali

Anarkali top layered over a lehenga, is perfect for the ones trying to camouflage their lower body. Also unlike its counterparts, this beautiful style will instantly put you in the limelight. Thanks to its grandeur.

5. Short Anarkali

The short lengthed Anarkali suit is ideal for petite girls. The rule is only one; Stick to monochromes or pick the ones with lesser colour variations. And remember heels and short Anarkali is a match made in heaven. Don't try to break it.

6. Fusion Anarkali

Fusion Anarkali, thebest blend of both the worlds, charm of the contemporary and elegance of history. It is Anarkali suit taken to a different level. Fun, quirky and only for the ones willing to abandon the Anarkali's comfort zone. Much praise to these fashionably brave tinsel town divas.

So which style of Anarkali is your favourite?

Let me know in the comments below...

And remember always keep it stylish for the date with your destiny.