Saturday 23 March 2013

Indian Outfits

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Indian Outfits Biography

The clothes worn by Indians vary from region to region, based on the culture and traditions of that particular area. Traditionally, an Indian outfit consists of a saree or salwar kameez for women and a dhoti kurta or pyjama kurta/sherwani for men. A saree, or sari, is a long unstitched piece of cloth, that normally ranges from four meters to nine meters. This is draped over the body in a pattern depending on the region or part of India. The saree is worn over a blouse and a petticoat, a long skirt. On the other hand, the salwar is like a pajama, tapering towards the bottom and tied at the waist, while the kurta of kameez is the upper top, that usually falls below the knees. This type of Indian outfit is worn by both men and women and is usually carried off with a dupatta, which is a scarf-like piece of cloth, draped over the shoulder or chest. Men's kurtas are looser and stitched in an A-line pattern. Their kurtas are often heavily embroidered with zardosi (golden thread work) or other thread work. A Sherwani, which is a men's bridal/party wear is generally a three-piece dress, with heavily designed outer kurta, an inner softer top and tight bottoms called Churidar. The look is completed by draping a tasseled scarf around their shoulders. Today Indian men and women however have adapted different styles and designs of their traditional wear.
Indian Fabric - Diverse and Rich
India is famous for its varied textiles, its rich history of weaving silk, cotton and other fabric. Arrays of raw materials like cotton, silk, wool or jute are used to create a rich and beautiful Indian fabric. Weaving has been one of the strongest forte of the country ever since early civilization. Dyeing, printing and embroidery of cloth to create unique designs and patterns is a part of Indian traditions. Depending on climatic conditions and cultural traditions, the fabrics of India represent a part of the country where they come from. Indian silk is one of the most sought after textiles. Mooga from Assam, Tussar from Bihar, Kanchipuram and Kanjivaram from Southern India, Bomkai, Ikkat and Sambhalpuri from Orissa and hailing from the holy city of Varanasi, Banarasi sarees that are still used as bridal wear, Murshidabad silk from West Bengal to name a few are the rich silks of the country. Similarly, cotton sarees like Taant, Dhanekhali, or Paithani, Himru and Amru from Maharashtra are immensely popular. Batik prints, tie and dye and bandhani, are hand-made, hand dyed textiles used as an Indian fabric to create some beautiful items, from sarees, kurtas, purses and bags, bedcovers and table cloths.
Indian Apparel - A Different Avatar
The Indian apparels are as diverse as the country itself. The different cottons, the hand-stitched and embroidered patterns, the rich silks, traditional khadi and jute are used in different forms to create some wonderful apparel. In fact, even modern skirts, trousers, tunics, tops, etc have become as diverse as the country. With a huge range of accessories available in public and private stores, custom-made boutiques selling traditional Indian-wear, check out some different styles and feel the difference for yourself
Indian Outfits
Indian Outfits
Indian Outfits
Indian Outfits
Indian Outfits
Indian Outfits
Indian Outfits
Indian Outfits
Indian Outfits
Indian Outfits
Indian Outfits

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