From mirrorwork to ivory tones and fusion styles, explore six key trends reshaping ethnic menswear in 2025 for weddings, festivals, and beyond.
Ethnic menswear in India has undergone a stylish revolution. What was once limited to plain kurtas and cookie-cutter sherwanis is now a canvas for experimentation, elegance, and personality. In 2025, Indian men are embracing fashion-forward details and luxurious finishes, making traditional wear more expressive than ever.
Whether you’re a groom, groomsman, or wedding guest, here are the top six trends dominating ethnic menswear this year. These are more than just fads as they represent the evolving taste of the modern Indian man who’s unafraid to mix comfort with couture.
1. Ivory & White Palettes: A Minimalist Renaissance
Ivory, beige, eggshell, off-white, and all forms of muted whites are the most prominent colours ethnically today. Once reserved for summer weddings or daytime functions, these shades now dominate even reception and sangeet looks.
Designers are elevating these classic hues through detailed embroidery, tone-on-tone textures, and fabric play. An ivory bandhgala with white-on-white threadwork or a white kurta with mirror accents makes a powerful statement without being loud.
Style Tip: Layer an ivory kurta with a silk or brocade Nehru jacket in a matching tone. Add tan or gold mojaris and a muted safa for a regal look.
Occasion: Ideal for wedding mornings, roka ceremonies, and formal festive events.
2. Mirrorwork Makes a Masculine Comeback
Mirrorwork is no longer limited to lehengas or garba nights. In 2025, it found a stronghold in men’s ethnic fashion, reimagined in edgy, geometric patterns and restrained placements.
From mirror-studded kurtas to Nehru jackets with reflective highlights, this trend brings a vibrant, youthful energy to festive dressing. It’s especially popular for sangeets, receptions, and destination weddings where you want your outfit to sparkle under the lights.
Style Tip: Balance is key. If your kurta has mirror detailing, pair it with a plain churidar or straight pants to avoid overdoing it.
Occasion: Great for evening functions, cocktail parties, and mehendi nights.
3. Fusion Silhouettes: Where East Meets West
Today’s ethnic wear goes far beyond the kurta-pyjama set. Fusion silhouettes like asymmetric kurtas, cowl drapes, bandhgalas with dhoti pants, and layered Indo-western jackets are at the forefront.
Men are pairing cropped jackets with flared kurtas or adding sneakers to their sherwanis for a playful twist. This experimentation allows personal expression while still paying homage to tradition.
Style Tip: If you’re choosing an unconventional cut, go for solid colours or minimal prints to let the silhouette stand out.
Occasion: Sangeets, post-wedding parties, and modern destination weddings.
4. Tonal Layering: One Colour, Many Textures
Gone are the days of stark contrasts. Now, it’s all about layering within the same colour family to create depth. Think of a sage green kurta with an olive bundi or a charcoal kurta with a black embroidered jacket.
Tonal layering adds a refined, polished look to your outfit. The key lies in combining different fabrics like matte with glossy or smooth with textured to create dimension without relying on multiple colours.
Style Tip: Use accessories to break the monotony. A contrasting pocket square, statement brooch, or classic watch does the trick.
Occasion: Engagements, formal dinners, and sit-down festive gatherings.
5. Handcrafted Textiles & Regional Embroidery
In a world dominated by mass production, handcrafted fabrics and heritage crafts are making a powerful comeback. Men are choosing kurtas in handwoven chanderi, cotton-silk blends, or khadi. Zardozi, chikankari, kashida, and kantha embroidery are increasingly seen on jackets, sherwanis, and kurtas.
The beauty of these artisanal textiles lies in their understated richness and cultural significance. These pieces aren’t just stylish, as they’re heirloom-worthy.
Style Tip: Let the craft speak for itself. Avoid loud accessories and focus on clean grooming and minimal footwear.
Occasion: Ideal for cultural functions, temple weddings, and intimate family occasions.
6. Statement Dupattas & Stoles
The dupatta is no longer just an add-on for grooms. In 2025, statement dupattas and stoles have become integral to menswear, adding colour, drama, and elegance.
From velvet stoles with intricate embroidery to lightweight cotton-silk dupattas with digital prints, these accessories are being styled with kurtas, bandhgalas, and even tuxedo-inspired jackets.
Style Tip: Drape it over one shoulder for a royal touch or try a loose wrap for a casual flair. Pair solid kurtas with printed dupattas or vice versa.
Occasion: Perfect for pheras, family portraits, and baraat entries.
Ethnicwear is Evolving and So Should You
Menswear is no longer about playing it safe. 2025 has shown that men want more from their wardrobes with more depth, more detail, and more individuality. Whether you’re leaning into ivory tones, flaunting fusion fits, or supporting artisans by wearing handcrafted textiles, the modern festive wardrobe is a space for self-expression.
At Tasva, we understand that today’s man is both rooted and refined. Our latest collection celebrates this duality through contemporary silhouettes, classic crafts, and statement accessories that redefine Indian menswear.
So this festive season, embrace these trends not just to follow fashion but to reflect who you truly are with every stitch, drape, and detail.
