The month of abstinence is upon us but fashion doesn’t need to take a backseat as you get in touch with your spiritual side. Ramzan brings with it a whirlwind of social activity in the form of iftaris and dinners. With the heat showing no signs of relenting, this isn’t the time to be making trips to the tailor in the hopes of getting your wardrobe in order. Fear not ladies, as Instep has discovered some fabulous ready-to-wear options, outlined in this two-part feature, starting with Lahore. Here is a selection of five of our favourite pret options to help you step out in style.

Add a pop of colour to your wardrobe with this delightfully traditional kurta from the house of Maria B. The contrasting tones, well-placed embroidery and reasonable price tag (8,500 rupees) make it a great choice for the festivities ahead.

A big, fancy iftari calls for a bit of indulgence and we are not talking of the gastronomical kind only. For a formal do, invest in this stylish yet demure chiffon shirt embellished with mukesh and thread work from Sublime, available for 12,500 rupees.

This gorgeous pure lawn kurta from Nida Azwer’s latest collection is the perfect choice for a summer evening, with its pretty pastel colour and dreamy floral motifs. And at 5,900 rupees only, it’s a steal!

Make a statement in this fun and trendy piece from Karma Pink. The cotton screen-printed jumpsuit, available for 10,000 rupees, is ideal for an iftari with your girlfriends.