Every man has that one pakistani mens shalwar kameez he pulls on without thinking. Then there are the others, which you wear twice a year, if you’re lucky. Usually, the difference is the fabric. Wear something heavy to an August wedding, and you’ll be sweating before the food arrives. A thin suit in January is no better, since you’ll feel the cold before you reach the car. Online shopping makes the choice harder, because you can’t rub the cloth between your fingers. Our Men collection at Khas Stores gives you plenty to choose from, including cotton and wash-and-wear fabrics, ready-to-wear options, and waistcoats. Pick wash and wear for daily use, cotton for happy occasions, PV quality for winter, and measure a kameez you already own before ordering.
Which Pakistani Mens Shalwar Kameez Fabric Suits Which Season?
Our luxury wash-and-wear fabric is the workhorse. Then there is cotton, in Giza and imported CF, and a PV-quality fabric made for winter. Choose by weather first, then by color. Color is the easy part of choosing any pakistani mens shalwar kameez.
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Fabric |
Suits |
Good to know |
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Wash & Wear |
Daily wear, office, Friday prayers |
Smooth, wrinkle-resistant and easy to maintain |
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PV quality, winter |
Colder months |
Made for winter, warmer than the others |
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Giza cotton |
Warmer days and occasions |
Breathable cotton at a higher price |
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Imported CF cotton |
Warmer days and occasions |
Imported cotton fabric |
If you can only buy one suit, pick the one you will wear most often. After that, think about the day itself. A long day at work calls for easy care. For a wedding or Eid, match the fabric to the season.
The table shows the fabrics we make. The Men Unstitched Fabric collection shows what you can order now, and our men's fabrics at Khas Stores sell out fast, so check which colors are in stock before you decide.
Styling a Shalwar Kameez With Waist Coat: Colors, Footwear and Fit
A shalwar kameez with waist coat is the quickest upgrade for a plain suit. Throw a waistcoat over the Pakistani mens shalwar kameez you wore to the office, and it’s suddenly wedding
-ready. Our Waist Coat collection comes in maroon, olive green, mustard, blue, and grey. Most waistcoats have top stitching on the pocket and front with neat buttons, and some are embroidered. They come ready-made, so you don't need a tailor.
Let the waistcoat do the talking. A white or light-colored suit under a maroon or olive waistcoat is hard to get wrong. If the waistcoat is embroidered, keep the suit underneath plain.
Footwear can stay simple too; sandals or loafers work. On a hot day or at a casual get-together, you can skip the waistcoat and let the suit stand on its own. Because a waistcoat sits over the kameez, compare its size with a waistcoat or jacket that already fits you.
Buying Men Shalwar Kameez Online Without Guessing the Size
Stitched or unstitched? Decide that first, because fabric, fit, and budget all depend on it. Unstitched means cloth only. You take it to your tailor, choose the collar and cuffs yourself, and pay extra for stitching. Ready-to-wear comes sewn, so you open the box, try it on, and know straight away if it works. Which is better depends on you. Short on time, or nervous about fit? Go ready-to-wear. Got a tailor you trust and firm opinions about cuffs? Buy the cloth.
Most sizing trouble with a pakistani mens shalwar kameez bought online comes from trusting the label. A medium from one brand can fit like a large from another. Ignore the label. Take a kameez you already like, lay it flat, measure the chest, shoulders, sleeves, and length, and compare those numbers to our Size Guide. If you land between two sizes, choose based on shoulders and chest, since a tailor can easily take in sleeves and length but can’t do much for a tight chest. Unstitched suits need one extra check: if you’re tall or broad, ask your tailor how much cloth your size takes before ordering, because running short on fabric is a bigger headache than having a little left over.
A few small habits will save you trouble:
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Check the fabric name before you add to cart, since two suits in the same color can be very different cloth.
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Try a ready-to-wear suit on the day it arrives, because its exchange window is short.
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Hold off on cutting or washing the fabric until you’re sure. You can't exchange used, altered, stained, or washed pieces.
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What you see on your phone is a photo, so expect a slight shade difference when the parcel arrives.
How Much Does Stitching Add to an Unstitched Suit?
Unstitched fabric looks cheap until the tailor’s bill arrives. That price covers the cloth only. What the tailor charges depends on where you live, who you go to, and how much work the design needs. A plain pakistani mens shalwar kameez is quick to stitch. Fancy collars and detailed cuffs aren’t, and the price shows it. Ask for a quote on your exact design before you buy any
cloth. You might find an unstitched suit and a ready-to-wear one cost about the same in the end.
What Should a Well-Fitting Shalwar Kameez Feel Like?
You can spot a good fit quickly. The shoulder seam should sit at the edge of your shoulder, and sleeves should stop around the wrist. Next, lift your arms and sit down. If the kameez pulls across your chest or back, it’s too snug. Length is up to you, though most men land between mid-thigh and the knee. Check the shalwar too: you should be able to sit cross-legged or kneel for prayer without it digging in. Getting it stitched? Pass these points on to your tailor, and tell them if a waistcoat is part of the plan, so the chest isn’t cut too close.
Where to Start in the Men Section
If you're new to the Men section, three pages cover most of what you need. The Men Unstitched Fabric page is for suits you'll take to your tailor. The Waist Coat collection is for the finishing layer. The main Men collection page also shows ready-to-wear options. If you're browsing men shalwar kameez online for a wedding or Eid, order early, because tailors and couriers both need time.
Common Buyer Questions, Answered
Can I exchange a suit if the fit is wrong?
Yes, within certain limits. Most items can be exchanged within 7 days, but ready-to-wear items have only a 24-hour window. Sale items can be exchanged but not returned. The piece must be unused, unaltered, unwashed, and properly packed. The full terms are on the Return & Exchange Policy page.
How long does delivery take, and can I pay cash on delivery?
We pack and ship your order within two days of payment, and most parcels reach you in five to seven business days within Pakistan, depending on your city. The Payment & Delivery page has the details. Some product pages show different timing, so read the note on the page you're ordering from. Cash on delivery is available. Shipping is free on prepaid orders and COD orders above Rs. 3,500; smaller COD orders cost Rs. 200. Couriers can't call you first, so add a landmark in the delivery instructions.
Can I pay in installments?
Yes, through AlifShop. Select the three-installment option at checkout, install the AlifShop app, sign up, and finish the short setup to get your spending limit. After that, your order goes through. You’ll find a video walkthrough on the installments page.
Can I order a shalwar kameez with a waistcoat in one go?
Yes. A suit and a waistcoat are separate products, so put both in the same cart. Together they may also push your order past the Rs. 3,500 free COD shipping limit.
How much fabric should I look for?
It’s in the length line on the listing. If a listing doesn’t give a length, contact us before you order. Your tailor will also know what a particular design needs, so a quick call to them helps.
How do I choose a waistcoat size?
Take a waistcoat or jacket that already fits you and compare its measurements with our Size Guide. Remember that the waistcoat goes over your kameez, so it shouldn’t feel tight across the chest. Sizes also vary by style, so check the guide each time.
Start With the Fabric, Then the Size
That’s really all there is to it: choose a fabric that suits the season, decide on stitched or unstitched, and pick a size you’ve checked before ordering any Pakistani mens shalwar kameez. Add a waistcoat if the occasion calls for one. Once you’ve sorted those, ordering men shalwar kameez online is easy. Browse the Khas Stores Men collection when you’re ready. If something’s unclear, email info@khasstores.com, call +92 322 8660 104 or +92 304 111 0031, or use the Contact Us page.
