The sherwani is based on the achkan, a more loosefitting tunic with a stand-up collar and long sleeves. Both can be made from brocade, block-printed fabric, or embroidered fabric
Additional examples of the fusion that Indo-Western clothing represents include wearing jeans with a choli, salwar or kurta, adding a dupatta to a Western-style outfit, and wearing a lehnga (long skirt) with a tank top or halter top. For men Indian traditional Kurta with sports shoes and scarves.