When in Pakistan, wear a shalwar kameez!
That’s the fashion advice Kate Middleton is following as she stepped out wearing the traditional garment on Tuesday for herfirst full day on tourwithPrince William.
Kate Middleton.Karwai Tang/WireImage
“Diana wore that look multiple times in Pakistan, and I think Kate has on occasion looked to Diana for inspiration while being careful not to copy her,” says Susan Kelley, founder of fashion blogWhatKateWore.com. “This tour has been very well researched, particularly because of the impact she can have and the way we see her branching out more.”
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The shalwar kameez is the national dress of Pakistan, but various styles of it are worn all over South Asia. The word “shalwar” or “salwar” originates from the Arabic word “sirwal” and is used to describe the pants, while “kameez” is derived from the Arabic word “qamis” or “chemise” — a tunic which can be of varying lengths. The two-piece look is often worn with a “dupatta,” a long scarf that sometimes covers the head.
Kate and William join the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, at his official residence on October 15, 2019 in Islamabad, Pakistan.Andrew Parsons-Pool/Getty Images
Kate and William arriving at the Pakistani Air Force Base on October 14, 2019.Karwai Tang/WireImage
source: people.com
