Pakistan Fashion Week 2009 - Pictures

Despite Pakistan being locked in an offensive against TTP terrorists bordering Afghanistan, which US officials call the most dangerous region in the world- fashioners in Karachi, shrug off security fears and celebrated Pakistani Fashion Week 2009. Karachi the southern city of 14 million people, known for its glitzy malls and thriving cafe culture is known for its love for fashion. The event showcased 32 local designers over the four-day event. So we bring pictures from this show , courtesy Associated Press and Dawn.

Pakistan Brides

A casual observation at any Pakistani wedding leaves any curious observer impressed at how well the bride appears in her wedding dress. If anyone has been wondering about the secret behind such elegance on their wedding day, they should consider what bridal gown options the Pakistani bride has.

The Features of a Pakistani Wedding dress
Although appearing simple, the dress is normally laden with customary symbols of the Pakistani way of life. Many of these features could be so minute yet they have tones of cultural relevance. Some people insist on a red wedding lahenga more so on the third day of the wedding although the bride is at liberty to choose other colors. The material normally varies from jamawar to chiffon or silk which could be used either purely or in addition to other materials such as katan and in differing proportions. The gown is embroidered using different designs such as kora, dabka, resham and gotta. Behind Pakistani wedding dresses are great professional designers, karigers. The dress will also have additional features such as neckline sleeves, sequins and beaded flowers.