Depending on where you live, you may have to shop online for a salwar kameez. If you don’t live right in India but live in a metropolitan city with a large Indian population, you will likely be able to find a salwar kameez in an Indian dress shop. Otherwise, check online stores that specialize in Indian fashions. There are many things to consider when purchasing a salwar kameez, including the style, color, design, fabric, and the occasion for which it’s being worn. There are many different styles of salwar kameez that are designed for different occasions and different fashion preferences. For instance:  When it comes to the tops, a kurta is a basic tunic that usually has slits in the sides, whereas an anarkali is a longer, flared, dress-like top with a full skirt. The kurta is more for everyday wear (but can be formal and dressy) while the anarkali is for fancier occasions. With the pants, there are multiple styles, including churidars (similar to leggings), churidars with shirring (rows of gathers), salwar (loose-fitting pants with a straight cut), patiala (loose pants that balloon around the legs), and Capri-style pants that can come with or without strings. A salwar kameez can be a relatively plain and suitable for work, shopping, and everyday life, but it can also be decorated, ornate, and highly patterned, and a salwar kameez like this is much better suited for celebrations, parties, and special occasions. Where you intend to wear your salwar kameez can dictate what type of design you wear.  The plainer the salwar kameez, the more suited it is for everyday life. A salwar kameez can be made elaborate and suitable for special events with beadwork, embroidery, panelling, jewels, and intricate designs and patterns. Color is also a factor to consider when choosing a salwar kameez, and the brighter and more colorful the outfit, the better it is for special occasions. Black, blue, and green, however, are better for everyday wear. The salwar kameez comes in many different fabrics, such as cotton, silk, satin, velvet, and chiffon. Just as certain colors and designs are more appropriate for different occasions, so too are some fabrics better suited to different purposes.  A salwar kameez that’s for everyday wear will often be made of cotton or a cotton blend. More expensive materials, such as silk and velvet, are often used for a salwar kameez that’s designed for special occasions, such as weddings, ceremonies, religious events, and festivals.
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One-sentence summary -- Know where to purchase. Understand the different styles. Select the right design for the occasion. Pick the right fabric.


Water it whenever it is dry for the first year. It should always have moist soil. If you experience hot weather, you may need to water it several times per day. It does best with six or more hours of sunlight, but also likes to be shaded from hot afternoon sun. If you have very little sunlight in the winter, it may die back. Once it is doing well, frequent cuttings keep the plant full and the leaves strong in flavor. Cut one cm above a stem junction and below any flower buds. Don’t cut more than one-third of the leaves at one time. If you allow your mint plant to flower, it will put the nutrients into flower production and slow down leaf growth. Cut the soil into fourths, and then plant each section into a new 12-inch pot. It would be best to give them room. If you don’t divide it, the plant will suffer and the leaves will not grow steadily.
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One-sentence summary -- Water the soil so that it sinks down to the roots. Keep it in an east-facing location. Wait until the mint plant is full and the leaves are large before cutting and using the mint. Cut the top half of the plant with sharp scissors. Divide your plant every few years.


” Don’t overthink it or read into anyone’s comment. If someone pays you a compliment, the easiest response is just to say “thank you.”  For example, if someone compliments your outfit (yet you think you look sloppy), simply say, “Thank you.” Don't look for “hidden meanings” or make your own interpretations of the compliment to diminish it. Accept it at face value. For example, someone may say, "Your hair looks great today!" Don't take that to mean your hair doesn't look great every other day. Whether you agree with the compliment or not matters very little. The other person’s motivations also matter very little. Acknowledge that somebody spent a moment saying something nice about you and accept that moment graciously. For example, if someone compliments your dog’s good behavior, say, “That’s kind, thank you.” If someone pays you a compliment yet other people were involved, give them credit as well. This is especially important when receiving recognition. Give credit to anyone who helped you or contributed. For example, if you are serving a meal that your sister helped prepare, make sure to include her when accepting a compliment. Say, “Thank you, Abby and I worked on it together. We’re so glad you enjoyed it.” Remember when a person has complimented you and note that it's nice and courteous to return it. While you don’t need to immediately say something nice, do keep in mind their compliment and find something to compliment them on as well. Take note of the things people do and show them recognition.  Get into the habit of making regular compliments through seeing the good in others and expressing this openly. People appreciate being acknowledged for hard work and kind gestures. Show that their kindness does not go unnoticed. Many people worry about appearing overly confident or stuck up when receiving compliments. The trick is to accept the compliment as is. Saying, “I know, thank you” can come across as rude, even though you’re acknowledging your own abilities. Focus on being gracious, warm, and receptive. For example, if you worked hard on your presentation and you know you nailed it, you don’t have to say so when complimented. You can, however, acknowledge your hard work by saying, “Thank you. I worked so hard and it’s nice to hear you enjoyed it.” Show that you are receptive to the compliment through your body language. Maintain steady eye contact and indicate interest and engagement through your facial expression. Crossing your arms may indicate that you’re not receptive or that you’re skeptical. When taking a compliment, smiling says a lot without requiring you to say anything. A backhanded compliment is an insult disguised as a compliment. For example, "Your holiday decorations look great -- I'm always amazed at what you do with so little money." Responding to a backhanded compliment can be tricky. If someone gives you a backhanded compliment, assess what they might mean from it. If they are seeking attention or sympathy, feel free to ignore it or respond to the positive part of it only. If the person appears genuinely clueless in their misstep, just say thank you and move on.  For example, a family member might give you a backhanded compliment for your recent marriage. Instead of taking offense, just say “Thanks, Aunt Maude!” If the person is seeking attention (for example, saying, “You look nice today. Why don’t you dress this way more often?”) respond to the positive part. Say, “Thank you for noticing.”
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Simply say, “Thank you. Express your gratitude. Give credit where credit is due. Return a compliment. Be gracious. Demonstrate appropriate nonverbal behavior. Respond to a backhanded compliment.