If there’s one clothing item that EVERY desi woman loves, it definitely has to be the kurti. Kurtis and kurtas are the heart and soul of Indian wear. Admit it, nothing can make you look as good and feel as light and comfortable as the kurti does. Be it the days when we just can’t decide what to wear or on special occasions, kurtis always come in handy. The best part? They can be accessorised, styled and paired with a host of different separates upping the fashion game effortlessly.
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So, this season, let’s give our western wear a rest and switch to Indian wear for a pretty year ahead. We give you the latest edition of kurtis and kurtas that will make you look your stunning best. Read on to find out the different types of kurtis, the most stylish neck designs for kurtis and how to style these fabulous pieces like your favourite Bollywood celebrities.
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15 Latest Neck Designs For Kurti
A woman who likes to wear kurtis, likes to experiment with different styles too. Of course, we all have our favourites but trying some of the latest neck designs for kurti never hurt anyone. Here are 15 latest kurti neck designs 2021 (no, we don’t mean round neckline) that are hot in trend right now:
Kurti Neck Design – V Neck
Neck Designs For Kurtis – V Neck
As the name suggests, a V-neck design is a neckline in the shape of the letter ‘V’. The cut usually ends above your cleavage – covering without giving up even an inch of the glamour quotient.
POPxo Recommends: Hand Block Printed Textured Cotton Dobby Kurta (Rs 1,100) by Indie Picks at flat 50% off.
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Shirt Collar – Kurti Neck Design
Shirt Collar – Kurti Neck Design
Just like your shirts and jackets have collars, so do kurtis now and we couldn’t be happier. The shirt-style spread collar kurta neck design makes for a fancy and slightly formal kurti neck style. This is the best kurti front neck design for heavy-bodied women. Although, every body type can adorn the neck design.
We’re loving this kurta in the Pantone colour of the year 2019 ‘Living Coral’. This is all you need to add a dash of brightness to your day.
POPxo Recommends: Coral Orange Solid Pathani Kurta (Rs 1,299) by Gerua.
Mandarin Collar – Front Neck Design for Kurti
Mandarin Collar – Front Neck Design for Kurti
Mandarin collar is a clean-cut close-fitting neckline. An ideal option for office wear, the mandarin collar neck design for kurti can make your 9-to-5 stylish and comfy effortlessly. It has a shorter collar than the regular shirt collar and is also upright instead of having a spread silhouette.
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POPxo Recommends: Lime Green Printed A-Line Kurta (Rs 899) by Rangmanch at 10% off.
Boat Neck Kurti Neck Design
Boat Neck Kurti Neck Design
As is suggestive of the name, a boat neck design is shaped like a boat. As against the round and U-shaped neckline, boat neckline has a smaller cut and makes your shoulders look wider. This is a simple yet the best kurti neck design – ideal for women with a small bust. Avoid it if you have broad shoulders or a short neck.
POPxo Recommends: Pink & Navy Solid Straight Kurta (Rs 809) by Ojjasvi at 10% off.
Cowl Neck – Latest Neck Designs for Kurtis
Cowl Neck – Latest Neck Designs for Kurtis
A cowl neck design hangs in draped folds, just like a scarf wrapped around the neck. This kurti neck design is usually seen on sweaters but over a period of time, it has evolved in kurtis as well. The best part? It is highly suitable for heavy-chested women as the drapes cover the bust. It also looks great on small busted women as it adds volume. It is one of the less popular neck designs but so unique and stylish.
POPxo Recommends: Grey & Maroon Printed A-Line Kurta (Rs 649) by AKS at flat 50% off.
Halter Neck – Kurti Neck Design
Halter Neck – Kurti Neck Design
A halter neck design is held up by a strap around the neck giving you an elegant yet sexy look. It can either be tied up at the back of your neck or joined together with a hook and eye fastening. A halter neck kurti doesn’t have any sleeves and is designed to flaunt the shoulders in style. Typically, it comes in a backless design (back neck designs for kurti) but if you are getting it stitched, you can have a choice to cover your back fully or halfway. Remember, a dupatta should be avoided with this neckline as it can spoil the show.
POPxo Recommends: Foil Print Halter Neck Tunic (Rs 1.820) by Faballey Indya at 30% off.
Off-shoulder Neck – Neck Design for Kurti
Off-shoulder Neck – Neck Design for Kurti
You’ll soon realise, the off-shoulder style looks as awesome on Indian wear! The trend has stylishly taken over our kurtis owing the sexy bared shoulder look with a desi twist. The neckline starts at the shoulders leaving all of your neck and shoulders completely bare. Think of it as a regular top with the sleeves pulled down to your shoulder level. It is a flat neckline and an elegant option for special occasions.
POPxo Recommends: Blue Printed A-Line Off-Shoulder Kurta (Rs 899) by Anouk at flat 50% off.
Cold Shoulder Neck
Cold Shoulder Neck – Kurti Neck Design
The cold-shoulder neckline also doubles as a statement-making sleeve owing to the bare shoulder trend from the west. Unlike the off-shoulder, cold-shoulder neck design for kurti has a complete neckline with cutouts over the shoulder parts.
POPxo Recommends: Maroon & Golden Printed A-Line Kurta (Rs 799) by Libas at flat 50% off.
Square Neck Design for Kurti
Square Neck Design for Kurti
The square neckline, as can be guessed, is in the shape of a square. The neckline tends to elongate a short neck and also narrows the shoulders giving you a flattering look and feel. Although, if you have a square face, you should avoid the neck design. If you are not sure about your face shape, find out here.
POPxo Recommends: Pink Printed Anarkali Kurta (Rs 1,299) by The Silhouette Store.
Keyhole Neck Design For Kurti
Keyhole Neck Design For Kurti
The name is inspired from the keyhole of a lock as it forms a similar pattern on your garments. This neck design on a kurti looks super stylish and feminine. Usually accompanied with a mandarin collar, it is essentially a hole in the shape of a teardrop that meets in the centre just below your collar bones. If an elaborate neckline is what you are aiming for, the keyhole neck design it is!
POPxo Recommends: Navy Blue and Golden-Coloured Printed A-Line Kurta (Rs 1,249) by Get Glamr at flat 50% off.
Scoop – Simple Kurti Neck Design
Scoop – Simple Kurti Neck Design
A scoop neck is nothing but a relaxed round neckline in a deep and spread out ‘U’ shape. In other words, it has a full curve that is deep and has a large width. This kurti is an ode to looking your fashionable best while feeling relaxed and comfortable. Try this style if you love unstructured silhouettes and a simple round neck. This neckline will look great on you if you have narrow shoulders or a small bust or a short neck.
POPxo Recommends: Blue & Off-White Dyed A-Line Kurta (Rs 1,119) by Drama Sister at 20% off.
Sweetheart Front Neck Design for Kurti
Sweetheart Front Neck Design for Kurti
Since the neckline looks like the top of a heart it is called a sweetheart neckline. This type of kurti neck design suits all women – be it shape, size or body type. It makes your bust line appear more curvaceous and that is what makes it an ideal choice among women with a small bust. Sweet, isn’t it?
POPxo Recommends: Green Solid A-Line Kurta (Rs 1,019) by Abhishti at 40% off.
Shawl Neck – Latest Neck Designs for Kurtis
Shawl Neck – Latest Neck Designs for Kurtis
The shawl collar neck design is a turned-over collar of a garment that looks like a lapel. It can be understood as a collar rolled in one piece that is curved from the back down to the front, forming a V-neck silhouette. Usually, the collar part is in a different colour and pattern than the rest of the kurti highlighting the stylish neck design.
POPxo Recommends: Green Solid Anarkali Kurta (Rs 878) by Shakumbhar at flat 60% off.
High Neck Design For Kurti
High Neck Design For Kurti
A great way to wear your kurtis during the cold winter season is by opting for one with a high-neck design. It will keep you protected from the harsh chills while making you look your stylish best, of course. And while you are at it, make sure you go for a fully sleeved kurti in a warmer material if possible. This neckline will give you a trendy and sophisticated look.
POPxo Recommends: Turtleneck Kurta with Embroidered Yoke (Rs 525) by Ajio at 65% off.
Peter Pan Collar – Kurta Neck Designs for Female
Kurta Neck Designs for Female
A peter pan collar is a flat collar with rounded, curved edges. Since the kurta neck design lends a more western look to the whole piece, avoid pairing it with traditional salwars and dupattas. Avoid necklaces, and accessorise with pretty earrings to glam up your look.
POPxo Recommends: Polka-Dot Print Kurta with Asymmetrical Hem (Rs 700) by Ajio at flat 65% off.
How To Style A Kurti
Since kurtis and kurtas are worn very often, by so many Indian women, it’s essential to keep it fresh and creative. There are several ways to style the quintessential kurti. And Bollywood exhibits them all – kurtis over sarees, kurtis with jeans, kurtas as dresses, you name it. They’ve basically recreated the kurta look, and they’ve done it oh-so-well.
If you want to truly stand out and not pick run-of-the-mill pieces but want something unique, take cues from these looks. Knock yourself out with these five chic new ways to wear the style, and thank us later.
Kurti Over A Saree
How To Style A Kurti
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This look is the best version of the kurti I’ve ever seen. If you’re feeling bold, try this ensemble at your next wedding appearance. Turn your floor length, button up or shirt-style, latest neck design kurta into a jacket, and wear it with a cotton saree. Keep it simple w.r.t accessories, and stick to antique jhumkas. Simple, but genius.
Kurti Styled With A Belt
How To Style A Kurti
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This Indian look is a keeper. You know why? Because it’s contemporary in the best way, but still close to home. Do it like Shilpa Shetty – wear your simple neck design kurti with an eclectic dupatta secured at the waist by a chunky statement belt. If you want the exact same look, add metallic leggings and pointy pumps for that extra oomph.
Kurti Over Jeans With Boots
How To Style a Kurti
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If you have kurtis with bold slits, you need to have this outfit in your style file. All slits work – side, centre, off-centre. All you need to do is wear your favourite jeans under the kurti, with a matching pair of low-top ankle boots.
Kurti With A Skirt
How To Style a Kurti
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Not only will this style give you an instant folksy look, kurtis with skirts look amazing. It’s all about experimenting with new silhouettes and a flared skirt is a great way to go about it. It’s a combination that will look fab and exciting at the same time.
Kurti With A Dupatta Drape
How To Style a Kurti
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This is such a chic way to style your sleeveless kurtas. Wear them with or without the bottoms. But the ONE detail to keep in mind is the cape-like drape of the dupatta. Pick a sheer dupatta for maximum cape impact; accessorize the outfit with a choker.
Boat Neck
Here as suggested by its name, these kurta collar neck designs are shaped like a boat. It is similar to a U-shaped neckline; however, it has a smaller cut and makes your shoulder look wider.
Sweet Heart Neck
Since the neckline looks like the top of a heart, it is called a Sweet Heart Neckline. This type of Kurti neck style suits all women – be it shape, size and body type. It is ideal for women with a small or large bust line.
Cowl Kurti Neck
Earlier, only sweaters used to come with a Cowl Neckline. Over a period of time, this kind of neckline has evolved in kurtas as well. There is extra fabric draped around the neck, which is attached to the dress. It looks like a scarf around the neckline.
Asymmetric Neckline
The asymmetric neckline is very much in vogue nowadays, especially with designer pieces. You can have a lot of variations and combinations of many designs into one neckline. You can also have different combinations of embroidery, button work, patchwork etc.
While you are at it, have a look at these seven easy styles in which Team POPxo loves to wear latest neck design kurtis. You’re welcome, ladies.
This story was updated in October 2021.
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