Convert Men’s Old Kurta & Sherwani into Jackets, Dresses, Kurtis

In this guide, we’ll explore innovative methods to transform men’s old kurtas and sherwanis into fashionable women’s jackets, fitted dresses, short kurtis, kids’ clothes, high-low kurtis, and more. We’ll also discuss how to use embellishments as decorative pieces.

Reuse Old Kurta/Sherwani to Make Women’s Jacket

Transform Men’s Outfits into Stunning Women’s Jackets

You can convert a men’s kurta or a heavy sherwani into a chic women’s jacket. Pair it with palazzo pants and a crop top for an elegant look. Simply cut the kurta open from the middle front, restitch the seams, and you’re done.

Steps:

Select the Garment: Choose a heavy kurta or sherwani with intricate designs.
Cut Open: Cut the kurta open from the middle front.
Restitch: Restitch the edges to create a clean seam.
Add Details: Add hooks, buttons, or embellishments as needed.

Reuse Old Indo-Western Sherwani to Make a Fitted Dress

Create a Stylish Dress from Men’s Indo-Western Attire

Repurpose your brother’s, husband’s, or dad’s old indo-western sherwani into a fitted dress. This stylish transformation can be worn for both semi-formal and traditional festive occasions with the right pair of leggings and a dupatta.

Steps:

Select the Sherwani: Choose an indo-western sherwani with minimal wear.
Cut to Size: Adjust the length and fit according to your measurements.
Sew Fittings: Sew in darts and seams for a fitted look.
Style: Pair with leggings and a matching dupatta.

Make a Short Kurti from Old Men’s Kurta

Convert Men’s Kurtas into Trendy Short Kurtis

Turn those heavy kurtas or sherwanis into short kurtis for everyday wear. Pair these new kurtis with pants, leggings, or jeans for a fresh and ethnic look suitable for college or office.

Steps:

Choose the Kurta: Select a kurta that you like but don’t wear anymore.
Shorten the Length: Cut the kurta to your desired length.
Hem the Edges: Hem the bottom edge to prevent fraying.
Style: Pair with jeans, leggings, or skirts.

Convert Old Men’s Kurta into Kids’ Clothes

Transform Men’s Kurta into Adorable Kids’ Outfits

Reuse old kurtas, sherwanis, or even sarees and lehenga cholis to create clothes for kids. With just a few alterations, you can turn your old garments into beautiful new outfits for your children, saving money on expensive traditional kids’ wear.

Steps:

Select the Fabric: Choose the sections of the kurta with the least wear.
Measure and Cut: Measure your child and cut the fabric accordingly.
Sew: Stitch the pieces together to create cute outfits like dresses, shirts, or pants.
Embellish: Add embellishments to make the outfits more attractive.

Reuse Old Kurta to Make High-Low Kurti Dress

Create a High-Low Dress from an Oversized Kurta

Convert an oversized kurta into a fashionable high-low dress or kurti. Trim a few inches from the front, restitch the seams, and refit the garment to your body. Pair it with jeans, leggings, or wear it as a standalone dress.

Steps:

Choose the Kurta: Select an oversized kurta.
Trim the Front: Trim the front hem to create a high-low effect.
Restitch the Seams: Ensure all edges are hemmed properly.
Adjust Fit: Tailor the kurta to fit your body.
Style: Wear it with jeans, leggings, or as a standalone dress.

Use the Embellishments as Decorative Pieces

Create Decorative Pieces from Men’s Wedding Outfits

Utilize the intricate embroidery or heavy silk patches from old sherwanis and kurtas as statement pieces. These embellishments can be used to decorate denim jackets, jeans, dresses, purses, and more, allowing you to create unique and stylish outfits.

Steps:

Select Embellishments: Cut out the embroidery or patches from old garments.
Design Placement: Plan where to place these on new outfits or accessories.
Attach: Sew or glue the embellishments onto the new fabric.
Finalize: Ensure everything is securely attached.

Make a Vest out of Old Men’s Kurtas

Repurpose Old Kurtas into Fashionable Vests

Transform torn or stained kurtas into fashionable vests. Cut out the good fabric and stitch it together to create jackets, handbags, skirts, dresses, or anything else you can imagine. The possibilities are endless.

Steps:

Select the Fabric: Identify parts of the kurta in good condition.
Cut to Shape: Cut the fabric into vest shapes.
Sew: Stitch the pieces together to form a vest.
Style: Pair with various outfits for a chic look.

Conclusion

Repurposing old kurtas and sherwanis not only helps reduce waste but also allows you to create stylish new outfits from unused garments. With a little creativity and some basic sewing skills, you can transform traditional wear into modern, trendy clothing. Explore these ideas and give new life to your old wardrobe.

Also, check out our blog on how to reuse old sarees to make lehengas, dresses, and more.

Creative Ways to Repurpose Old Kurtas and Sherwanis into Stylish Outfits