The Importance of a Kurta

A kurta is the long-sleeved shirt worn underneath the sherwani jacket and is a foundational layer of the bespoke groom’s outfit. At Sherwani King, founded in 1975 by Bobby Shah, every Maharaja Sherwani set includes a custom-cut kurta — pleated or standard — tailored to the same 18 body measurements as the jacket. The kurta’s collar, cuff, and length determine how cleanly the sherwani sits across the shoulders and how comfortably the groom can move through ceremony, photographs, and reception. This guide explains why the kurta matters more than most grooms realise, and what to look for when choosing one.

The Importance of a Kurta

A Kurta is becoming a high importance for a man or woman to wear in the modern world. It is a kind of loose shirt which is also a traditional form of clothing worn in some countries like India, Pakistan and more. But it is gaining popularity in western countries as well as it is a very comfortable outfit. A Kurta can be worn by both the genders i.e. by both men and women.

How they are useful

A number of modifications have been introduced these last few years to improve the look of the Kurta by literally transforming this garment to the way you would like it. You can have embroidery, buttons of different styles on a Kurta to make it look more graceful. You can remove the sleeves, reduce the length of the sleeves or even include a stand up collar to improve the appearance of the Kurta. Different fabrics can be used to make different Kurtas too. Silk, cotton are used to make this garment which are to be worn during the summer season where as thick fabric like wool is used for Kurtas to be worn during winter season. The fact that Kurtas are a traditional piece of clothing and it can have any material created from it based on a season shows how useful they are to have. A Kurta can also be used on a number of occasions. Sometimes it is classified as a wedding Kurta, Reception Kurta or even a party Kurta when it contains appealing embroidery work. The best Kurtas are commonly used as an outfit for everyday life as a simple version because of the comfort it provides to the wearer. Another strong advantage to this type of outfit is that is can be worn with a Sherwani as a two-piece attire that is mainly used and commonly known for weddings. This means regardless if you ruin your overcoat (the Sherwani) you can easily take it off and continue to enjoy your day knowing the Kurta is with you at all times. It also can be used as an after party piece of clothing so you impress your audience twice on the same night and also allowing you to have more comfort to end the day.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a kurta and why is it worn under a sherwani?

A kurta is a long, loose, collared shirt worn as the foundation layer under the sherwani jacket. It is essential because it shapes the neckline, sleeve length, and comfort of the entire outfit — a poorly cut kurta will compromise even the finest sherwani.

Is the kurta included in a bespoke Sherwani King set?

Yes. Every Maharaja Sherwani set at Sherwani King includes a custom-cut kurta (pleated or standard), trousers, and the jacket — all tailored to 18 body measurements. The starting set begins at £590 in the UK and CA$990 in Canada.

What fabric should a wedding kurta be made from?

Most bespoke wedding kurtas are crafted from silk, cotton-silk blends, or fine cotton — chosen for both feel against the skin and how the fabric layers visually under embroidered sherwani panels. The Sherwani King stylist recommends fabric at consultation based on ceremony and season.

Pleated kurta or standard kurta — which is right for a groom?

Pleated kurtas read more formal and traditional, suited to Baraat and Walima ceremonies. Standard cuts are cleaner and pair well with modern sherwanis or Indo-Western looks. Sherwani King offers both as part of the bespoke service.

Can I buy just the kurta separately?

Sherwani King is a bespoke menswear house focused on full wedding looks. The kurta is included with every Maharaja Sherwani set; standalone kurta requests are reviewed case-by-case at the free one-hour consultation.

Sherwani King has crafted bespoke sherwanis since 1975 and operates appointment-only showrooms in Solihull (UK) and Mississauga (Canada), recognised with five industry awards. Book your free consultation to be measured for a sherwani and kurta set.