Famous Pakistani fashion designer Maria B., who is well known for speaking out on crucial issues, has again made headlines with her latest video message.

The Farshi Shalwar trend with the floor-length pieces has dominated social media and the fashion sector. You cannot go anywhere without hearing or reading about this new trend—whether it’s celebrities, top designers, or social media influencers. The trend is so widespread that designers are considering featuring it in their Eid collections. To answer this increasing buzz, fashion designer Maria B. posted on Instagram about what she feels regarding the Farshi Shalwar trend.

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As per Maria B., this trend is most appropriate for a certain body type. She said that not all trends are for everyone. In her video message, she clarified that although she would wish that her young daughter would wear it on a daily basis, she, at the age of more than 45, wouldn’t be comfortable wearing it every day.

She went on to explain that this style suits taller and thinner people more than someone with a shorter or fuller build. She recommended that one should look at their personality and build before going by any fashion trend. To make her point clear, Maria B. showcased her own outfit, wearing cigarette pants with a Farshi Shalwar, demonstrating how the style looks different on different builds.

After her comments, most fashionistas concurred with her, saying that this trend is not for everyone and won’t last for long. Most feel that the Farshi Shalwar trend will die out in a few months since it’s not very practical.

Earlier, The Farshi Shalwar is a classic South Asian lower garment dating back to the Mughal period. Recognizable for its exaggerated flare and flowing, long material, it is made to graciously flow on the floor (“farsh” in Urdu means floor). Contrary to contemporary shalwars that fold at the ankle, the Farshi Shalwar falls below the feet, giving a kingly appearance. It was once a royal women and aristocratic staple, worn with elaborately embroidered kameezes and dupattas.

The Farshi Shalwar trend recently gained momentum once again thanks to celebrities and social media personalities.

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