One of the most common dilemmas in Pakistani women's fashion: should you buy unstitched fabric and get it tailored, or go for ready-made pret? Both have their advantages, and the right choice depends on your lifestyle, budget, and the occasion.
What is Unstitched?
Unstitched means you buy the raw fabric — usually a 3-piece set with shirt, trouser/shalwar, and dupatta fabric. You then take it to your tailor to get it stitched according to your measurements and preferred style.
Pros of Unstitched
- Perfect fit: Tailored exactly to your body measurements
- Custom design: Choose your own neckline, sleeve style, and silhouette
- Better value: Usually more affordable than pret for similar quality fabric
- Unique look: No two outfits look exactly the same
- More fabric: Often comes with enough fabric for alterations
Cons of Unstitched
- Takes time: Need to visit the tailor and wait for stitching
- Tailor dependency: Results depend on your tailor's skill
- Extra cost: Stitching charges add to the total cost
- Risk factor: Tailor might not execute your vision perfectly
What is Pret?
Pret (ready-to-wear) comes already stitched in standard sizes. You buy it, wear it — no tailor needed.
Pros of Pret
- Instant gratification: Buy today, wear today
- Designer finish: Professional stitching with perfect finishing
- Consistent quality: Every piece is quality-checked
- Easy gifting: Great for sending gifts — no size guessing needed
- Trendy designs: Pre-designed by fashion experts
Cons of Pret
- Standard sizing: May not fit perfectly if you're between sizes
- Limited customization: What you see is what you get
- Higher price: Usually costs more than buying unstitched
- Common designs: Others might wear the same outfit
When to Choose Unstitched
- When you have a trusted tailor who knows your style
- For special occasions where you want a unique look
- When you need a specific fit that standard sizes don't offer
- For summer lawn season when you want maximum comfort
- When you're on a budget but want premium fabric
When to Choose Pret
- When you need an outfit urgently — last-minute events
- For everyday wear where convenience matters
- When you want designer finishing without the hassle
- For gifting someone special
- When you're new to Pakistani fashion and unsure about tailoring
Our Recommendation
At Wareeza, we believe in offering both options. For everyday wear and casual outings, pret is unbeatable for convenience. For Eid, weddings, and special events, unstitched gives you that personalized touch that makes you stand out.
Browse both our pret and unstitched collections to find your perfect outfit.
ان سٹچڈ بمقابلہ پریٹ
پاکستانی خواتین کے فیشن میں سب سے عام سوال: ان سٹچڈ کپڑا لیں اور سلوائیں، یا ریڈی میڈ پریٹ خریدیں؟
ان سٹچڈ کے فوائد
- بالکل فٹ: آپ کے ناپ کے مطابق سلا ہوا
- اپنی مرضی کا ڈیزائن: نیک لائن، آستین، سب آپ کی پسند
- بہتر قیمت: عموماً پریٹ سے سستا
- منفرد لباس: کوئی دو لباس ایک جیسے نہیں
ان سٹچڈ کے نقصانات
- وقت لگتا ہے: درزی کے پاس جانا اور انتظار کرنا
- درزی پر انحصار: نتیجہ درزی کی مہارت پر ہے
- سلائی کا خرچہ: کل لاگت بڑھ جاتی ہے
پریٹ کے فوائد
- فوری ملتا ہے: آج خریدیں، آج پہنیں
- ڈیزائنر فنشنگ: پروفیشنل سلائی
- آسان تحفہ: سائز کا اندازہ لگانے کی ضرورت نہیں
پریٹ کے نقصانات
- سٹینڈرڈ سائز: ہو سکتا ہے بالکل فٹ نہ ہو
- زیادہ قیمت: عموماً ان سٹچڈ سے مہنگا
- عام ڈیزائن: دوسرے بھی وہی پہن سکتے ہیں
ہماری تجویز
روزمرہ کے لیے پریٹ بہترین ہے۔ عید اور خاص مواقع کے لیے ان سٹچڈ آپ کو منفرد بناتا ہے۔ واریزا میں دونوں آپشنز دستیاب ہیں۔