Most common among Embroidered Salwar Kameez the hand Embroidered Salwar Kameez with booti work. This type of Embroidered Salwar Kameez consists of simple patterns representing plants, leaves and flowers. Chikankari salwar kameez too have flowery patterns, but they are typically designed with predominant white threadwork. Mirror work comprises small mirror chips that are embroidered on the salwar kameez.
These mirror chips form the hub around which the embroidery pattern develops. Moti work consists of small rounded beads stitched to the fabric as part of the embroidery pattern. A number of colored beads are used to create a colorful pattern.
Other forms of embroidery used on the salwar kameez are: cufdana work, dori work, dubka work, gota patti , kasab work, katha work, kundan work, parsi work, patch work, resham embroidery, sequins work, sippy work, sitara work, stone work, thread work, zardozi work, and zari work. With such a fascinating range of embroidery to choose from one could build a substantial wardrobe of embroidered salwar kameez