Wear Manto

Wearing the Green Chunri Chaadar and the Nora Set in Cloud White

Who is Manto?

Based in Karachi, Pakistan this east meets west fashion brand proudly creates heritage wear with a twist. Their clothes are all designed and made in Pakistan and allow the traditions of the past to fuse with the stories of today. Created for the modern men and women of Pakistan who are striving on the daily to make their nation, their culture, and their customs proud in this era.

Material

The material used for this particular co-ord set is wash and wear. A breathable easy to iron fabric that is dry clean exclusive, or hand wash if needed.

The dupatta that accompanies is cotton silk and an ode to Jaan Elia, a famous Pakistani poet. Lines of one of his famous poems is written in Urdu calligraphy across the border, with chundri sprinkled in the middle of the dupatta.

Price

Considering the state of the current economy world over, Manto has attempted to maintain their price range with the cotton silk dupatta coming in at Rs.2,950/- and the Nora co-ord set being sold at Rs.6,500/-.

Across their website you can find a range of prices going from Rs.2,500/- all the way to Rs.10,000/- depending on the item chosen.

Delivery

Wear Manto delivers across the nation, as well as internationally to specific countries, which you can select at checkout. Delivery within Pakistan is free of cost, international delivery has varying charges depending on the country.

The delivery experience was swift, and smooth, with durable packaging that is recyclable and reusable.

Final Thoughts

I can see myself wearing this classic piece as formal wear for a dinner out, dressed up with heels with the length of the shirt and the grandeur of the dupatta allowing for an elegant and graceful look.

I can also dress it down, wearing just the co-ord set with flats for a morning brunch, a meeting, a work date, or any day time event.

The versatility of an outfit like this is absolutely key. I want to be able to use and reuse this minimal look across the board at varying events, allowing me to truly relish the purchase and experience.

What are your thoughts on the look? What do you think of the accompanying dupatta in particular? That feels the most striking to me.