Designers are straying away from the conventional understanding of fit. I do not wait for the monsoons to wear them but they are apt if your everyday routine involves walking down the streets, through muck and sludge,” says Patricia D’Costa, freelance model and fashionista. It’s breathable, and let’s you layer without getting overly warm inside. You could also wear it on a top and trouser.

Monsoon is usually associated with dim and dull clothes, it’s raining cats and dogs outside and not many can think of style, with the task of braving the rains. Patricia recommends going in for colours that pop and bedazzle. You can add some fun seasonal accessories like a pair of rubber ankle boots or cute looking rain hats or a light weight trench coat over a regular outfit to give the complete a look an added oomph.“We haven’t caught on to this trend well enough, but we should. It’s great for sweatshirts, sweaters, and jumpers. Wellingtons are a great way to express your personality, also they make perfect sense in monsoon,” says Pooja. It’s easy to wash, keeps you warm and comes in very fashionable silhouettes. No creasing cotton blends come in great colours,” she states.The current season’s trends are what women all over are opting for; placing aesthetics and functionality on the same platform these trends allow women to make fashion choices without the fear of slipping into a puddle while walking down the city’s streets.. I’d still stick to cotton for inner layers like a tee.  Monsoons are all about being comfortable, as are all seasons and this look definitely gives you a sporty chic look. Cotton blends too are just right for humid monsoons.

This monsoon, you don’t need to change your entire closet to match the season.” The most widely caught on trend is pairing black leggings with a cropped jacket, most women feel comfy and opt for athleisure clothing. She states that one need not go all out and ready for the monsoons with a complete ensemble that fits the season’s trends. It might sound outrageous but it’s a major 2018 trend around the world.Adding to this Patricia states that she prefers funky flip flops for a short walk to the store. Culottes are comfortable knee length trousers that can be worn with T-shirts to give it a modern look or you could pair them with traditional short kurtas to create an indo-western outfit. There is a lot you could do with a tunic,” she states. A well fitting trench coat, bomber jackets, cool zip-up jackets, hoodies, A-line utility jacket, wine cheaters are some of Towel racks the many options available.Transparent PlasticAdding to the many trends, Pooja says that anything that is transparent plastic, be it ankle boots, back pack or jackets.Fabrics to go forPooja recommends, mod acrylic, most knits are made of this fabric. When paired with the right footwear and accessories, she states that their versatility makes them an apt pick for the rains. Pooja recommends going in for this, “ The Athleisure look is great for monsoons, it’s comfy and trending right now, and now you can actually wear gym clothes to work. There is no outfit that a pair of boots cannot be part of, they look great with high-waisted trousers, pencil cut jeans, a cutesy skirt or shorts.Wellington boots or funky flip flops wellies are a pair of sturdy boots, apt for the monsoon. Not everything needs to be bright, balance the monotones with pops of colour, she suggests.

THE ASIAN AGE.TunicsPatricia also particularly loves tunics due to their length and sleeves.Angelina Jolie in her beige trench coat gives us fashion goals. I personally love to layer my clothes and monsoon is perfect for layers,” says Pooja Gajraj, wardrobe stylist and accessory designer based in Bengaluru. Contrasting to the common notion, monsoon is usually the season that sees a blend of unconventional trends and classic styles. They are stylish and can be worn on casuals and formals. While the season is not considered a time for fashion, designers and young folk point to this time as the best for fashion. Now garments offer more fullness and are more comfortable versus figure fitting.Trendy OuterwearYou probably know of rain coats and hoodies that are an instinctive choice before heading out. “You can style them in plenty of ways, wear a belt and make it a cool dress or wear it on a pair of legging or palazzos. Sonam Kapoor who is known for her eccentric style pairs an Indian kurta with a culotte. She further adds, “Relaxed cuts and silhouettes are what’s trending as an ethos in fashion now.Athleisure ClothingThe look has blurred the lines between casual and active wear.“Cotton knit, although cotton is considered a summer fabric.Culottes“These are an all time favourite.