How To Wear a Sherwani Perfectly

To wear a sherwani perfectly, pair a well-fitted bespoke sherwani with churidar or straight trousers, mojaris, a safa or pagri, and a contrast dupatta — sized from 18 body measurements rather than altered down from a stocked size. Sherwani King has been the British bespoke house since 1975, founded by Bobby Shah, with showrooms in Solihull (UK) and Mississauga (Canada), and five industry awards (2017, 2018, 2020, 2022). A bespoke sherwani at Sherwani King starts from £590 in the UK and CA$990 in Canada, with every garment drafted to the groom’s frame rather than cut from stock. The way a sherwani is worn is decided by cut first, then fabric, then accessories — in that order.

Perfect Sherwani Style

Men’s sherwani has come a long way. This is no longer just a style; it’s how a gentleman carries his attire in a traditional yet classic manner. A classic sherwani is a great option! Apart from adding the Indian or Pakistani touch, this gives you a reason to stand out. Let’s quickly look at some of the points that you need to keep in mind.

• Proper Sherwani footwear

Suitable footwear is what will give a splendid look to your attire; match your sherwani with a pair of Mojari or jooti that go perfectly with the dress. But take care that your footwear must not have too many embellishments as that can spoil the whole fun. Try to keep it simple yet classy.

• Accessorize Sherwani optimally

Over accessorizing could turn up as a disaster. Keep it appropriate by wearing accessorizes that are required. A pocket square or a silk stole can work wonders on your sherwani giving a mix of traditional and classic look. Team-up your sherwani with a contrasting turban (only if the occasion permits) to add a royal look to your attire.

• Sharp fitting Sherwani

Sherwanis are potent enough to drop elegance on your look but, at the same time, it can destroy the whole style if wore un-fitted. Either, choose a sherwani of your body shape or alter it according to your body. Now keep in mind the kind of sherwani you are wearing is of what type. If you are opting for a mandarin collar (Band-Gala), make sure it fits your neck and doesn’t clutch it too hard.

• Never go solo

It important! Never go solo and wear something inside your sherwani as it can be uncomfortable wearing it otherwise. Traditionally, a wedding sherwani is worn over a kurta but, if you don’t want to wear it like that, it’s fine; you can go for a vest or a tee shirt inside.  

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“I cannot recommend Sherwani King enough. First Sherwani boutique I walked into to start my “browsing” and immediately liked the service, the styles and the advice on getting my outfit selected. The quality of the finished product was perfect.” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Ikram

“Would highly recommend Sherwani King as the service from start to finish was just great. Harry really takes care of you and the attention to detail is second to none. Doesn’t rush you in any way and tailors the product to your exact needs.”⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Amrit

“I just love the way these Sherwanis look. The feeling of wearing such an elegant and royal suit on my big day is one that i could never have felt in a normal suit. I’m so glad i took a chance at Sherwani King and everybody loved my outfit. The best part is it’s so comfortable that i kept it on throughout the day, even through our first dance!.”

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Richard

 

“Using the sizes they took for my Sherwani, Sherwani King created a brilliant bespoke velvet Tuxedo last-minute. I was on the receiving end of compliments all evening for my simple but rich attire.Now I just have to shed the wedding weight and find an excuse to wear these amazing outfits again.”

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Kishan

     

“Sherwani King designed a great sherwani in such short notice given the ever changing covid restrictions. The attention to detail from Ejaaz was proven as the sherwani fitted perfectly.I would definitely recommend; great quality tailoring & service.Thanks Ejaaz!.”

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Jags

 

“I visited many many shops searching for the best sherwani. After a tiring experience, I finally encountered Sherwani King. What an amazing place, with a seamless experience and great service. The fitting was amazing and the service and communication has been great the whole way. AMAZING SERVICE AND AN AMAZING SHERWANI!.”

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Zahir

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What do you wear under a sherwani?

A sherwani is traditionally worn over a kurta and churidar or straight trousers. The kurta is shorter than the sherwani and the churidar gathers at the ankle. Sherwani King provides the matched inner kurta and churidar as part of every bespoke commission, drafted from the same 18 measurements as the sherwani itself.

What shoes do you wear with a sherwani?

Mojaris (embroidered slip-ons) are the traditional choice, in a tone that complements the sherwani fabric — antique gold, ivory, or deep maroon. Some modern grooms pair their sherwani with formal leather shoes for a fusion look, particularly with indo-western or shorter cuts.

Do you wear a turban with a sherwani?

Yes for many ceremonies — a safa (for Hindu weddings) or pagri/sehra (for Sikh and Muslim weddings) typically completes a Baraat or Nikah look. The turban colour usually contrasts the sherwani; Sherwani King styles and ties the safa during the final fitting at the Solihull or Mississauga atelier.

How should a sherwani fit on your shoulders and waist?

A bespoke sherwani should sit clean on the shoulder seam with no rolling, taper smoothly at the waist without pulling at the buttons, and fall at mid-thigh to knee depending on style. Off-the-rack sherwanis usually fail one of these three points — the reason Sherwani King is built around 18 measurements plus body scan.

Can I wear a sherwani if I am not the groom?

Yes. Grooms\u2019 brothers, fathers, and groomsmen wear sherwanis at South Asian weddings. The convention is to wear a slightly less embellished sherwani than the groom\u2019s, in a coordinated tonal palette — something Sherwani King handles inside a single wedding-party commission.

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