A Pathani is a long kurta with roots in Afghan - a North Indian classic for weddings, festivals & every occasion that asks for a little more than a shirt.
Our customers couldn't find one like ours elsewhere, so we took it upon ourselves to master the one that can be worn everywhere.
Designed, cut and stitched
In our Delhi workshop, each with a matching salwar
The Pathani guide
A short guide to the Pathani suit
What it is, what to wear it with, and how to get the size right.
What is a Pathani suit?
A Pathani suit is ethnic wear for men: a knee-length kurta, traditionally with a shirt collar and side slits, worn with a matching salwar. It grew out of traditional Pashtun dress, and you will also see it called a Khan suit, an Afghani suit or a Pathani dress. The kurta and salwar are usually the same colour. A waistcoat or Nehru jacket on top is optional.
Pathani kurta vs regular kurta
A regular kurta sits soft. A Pathani kurta is cut to hold its shape: a collar, side slits and a clean fall to the knee. It looks sharper and is still easy to wear.
Pathani suit or kurta pajama?
A Pathani suit comes with a salwar, a fuller trouser with a relaxed fall. A kurta pajama set comes with a slimmer pajama and a softer kurta. Pick a Pathani for a sharper, more structured look. Pick a kurta pajama set for a lighter, easier one.
Which colour for which occasion
A white Pathani suit suits daytime functions and Eid. A black Pathani suit works day or night. Maroon, teal and olive are for when you want colour at a wedding or Diwali. Embroidered pieces suit weddings and festive evenings.
Pathani suit size guide
Sizes run M to 2XL. Our size guide for Pathani suits uses garment measurements, not body measurements, with 1 inch of ease at the chest. If you are between two sizes, size up.
Buy a Pathani suit in Delhi or online
Visit our store in Central Market, Lajpat Nagar and try your size before you buy. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11 AM to 9 PM. Not in Delhi? Order online. Shipping is free across India, with a 7-day exchange or return. Read our exchange and return policy.
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