FASHION TRENDS

By Incredible Goa Team

GOA’S CHANGING FASHION TREND

Goa was under “ the Portuguese rule for 450 Years, hence there is a major influence of the western culture in this tiny state but, at the same time, the native Goans have maintained their traditional custom and culture and hence it is a mix of both. ”

Goa puts on an amazing spectacle when it comes to ethnic fashion trends. The small coastal state is rich in culturally distinct clothing and jewelry designs. Its most recent fads are those that are chic and trendy. G o a h a d b e e n r u l e d b y Portuguese and hence there is a major influence of the western culture in this tiny state but at the same time the native Goans have maintained their traditional custom and culture and hence it a mix of both. Cotton is the dominant fabric in Goa's ethnic fashion scene.

Goa ' s traditional attire is designed to withstand the state's harsh climate.

Classic Nav-vari

On special occasions, women also wear a nine-yard-long sari known as a 'nav-vari.' Navvaris are accompanied by exotic shimmering jewelry, most of which is made of gold and silver.

Pano Baju

Popular women's party wear is an essential component of Goan ethnic wear. The Pano Bhaju is a garment worn by

women to dance the Mando (traditional dance). High-class Christian Goans in the Margao area wear this article of clothing.

Kunbi Palloo

The native tribes of Goa wear a loincloth known as a 'Kashti,' with a blanket draped around their shoulders. The women dress in a traditional sari with a knot tied is a very distinct dressing style. The presence of Catholics and Anglo Indians influenced the spread of western attire such as gowns, frocks, and suits. Goa has a large public cultural sphere, which allows for widely disseminated ethnic mixing. International tourism and state-led infrastructure development to assist tourists

have also incited a rapid change in Goa's ethnic look and dressing. Before you step up your fashion game in India's beach paradise, let us make your life a little easier by providing detailed information about the wardrobe staple in Goa. The one-piece swimsuit trend- is more popular than the bikini these days. If you tend to favor a bikini, you can choose between a high waist brief and a scalloped bikini. Cuto u t s a r e a n o p t i o n f o r monokinis. If you are not comfortable exposing too much skin, you can probably throw off the look by wearing a monokini with shorts. You can play around with different colors and styles.

Sundress Represents a Sleek Way of Life.

Maxi dresses, T-shirt dresses, Skater dresses, and offshoulder dresses are the most c o m f o r t a b l e p i e c e s o f clothing to wear in a beach town. To keep with the coastal theme, maxi and flowy dresses are the ones. Floral dresses complement a tropical state of mind. You could also do a print on print. Striped and slogan t-shirt dresses are also popular. Wear them with flats to the festivals that celebrate Goa's cultural diversity.

Shorts Are Fun

Goa is the type of place where most restaurants, clubs, and pubs allow individuals to wear shorts. Shorts and a tank top are ideal for beach activities or lazing. They ' re actually quite comfortable and simple to style!

Off-beat Choices

Culottes are more relaxed at the beach. So choose a cool pair and pair it with a crop top, bandeau top, or off-theshoulder top! Match your bikinis with flowy palazzos in floral prints. If you're feeling hippie, wear a sports bra and dhoti pants. Ruffle pants are a great way to express yourself.

Crop tops - A must-have

Which crop top will look best with which outfit? Tie-up crop tops are better for swimming than swimsuits. Even better, crop tops can double as nighttime party tops when paired with skirts or pants. This is the quintessential look!

Those comfy Loose T-shirts and Tanks

They're your best friends when you ' re feeling chilly on the beach after a skinny dip. Still haven't figured out what works best for you? Mix it up! It's the cornerstone of fashion. It's all about the bright colors! Wear yours with flip-flops for a day at the beach or sneakers for a day of sightseeing.

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