It’s time to take a break from the denims and T-shirts as the ethnic route beckons. Pakistani women have long considered the traditional kurta-pyjama as a piece of comfort clothing. Basic kurta-pyjamas are for daywear what the eternal classic LBD is for a night out – never underdressed, but never OTT either. Low maintenance yet form-flattering, the classic kurta-pyjama duo serves as an essential rite of passage by doing everything you need it to do on those days when you just can't even. And our fashionistas seem to wholeheartedly agree too.

While your favourite style icons may prefer dramatic long trains on the red carpet, cut to their off-duty wardrobe and you'll find everyone from fashion mavens to debutantes favouring comfort above all else. But that doesn't mean they take a complete hall pass from sartorial flair on their days off. Our best dressed stars have made a home for themselves in the intersection between fuss-free and fashionable, with casual kurta-pyjama sets in the driver's seat.

On a scale of 1 to 10, from basic all-white to head-turning blacks and pinks, there's a celeb-approved choice for everyone out there. If you like your kurtas breathable enough to feel like second skin, get one in white with cutwork and gold accents.

And if head-to-toe white is too basic for you, go for a pink kurta paired with white trouser pants and pretty floral embroidery to add some colour to your basic look. This outfit proves that there does exist a wonderland between style and comfort.

And if head-to-toe white is too basic for you, go for a pink kurta paired with white trouser pants and pretty floral embroidery to add some colour to your basic look. This outfit proves that there does exist a wonderland between style and comfort.

Black is another winner when it comes to off-duty kurtas, with giving your otherwise embellished ensembles a rest in favour of this subtly embroidered number in black.

If you are looking at dialling things up a notch, these fuss-free staples can also serve you well for a day out with friends. Just pair them up with the right accessories and you’re good to go.

Also, comfortable and relaxed silhouettes are a summer staple. So, let loose this summer and breeze into the season with ease, sporting simple separates and loose styles for a relaxed silhouette that brings slouchy and sophisticated to a level playing field. No longer is baggy being considered louche, instead it drums up cool notions of luxury that define what the ideal warm weather wardrobe should be. Loose fit kurtis that float in the breeze offer an effortlessly elegant look that's comfortably chic.

• Coordination: Umer Mushtaq

• Hair & Makeup: Angie’s Salon

• Designer: Mifrah

• Photography: Syed Mohsin

• Model: Amna Kifayat