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Monday, May 15, 2023

Traditional Dress and Accessories of Rajasthan

Traditional Dress for Men:

- Pagri (turban): Symbolic of caste and region, comes in various shapes, sizes, and colors.

- Angarkha: Cotton garment, worn during celebrations and festivals, available in two types: Kamari Angarkha (reaches waist) and Long Angarkha (goes beyond knees).

- Dhoti: Used to cover the lower part of the body, usually white, but silk dhotis with zari border worn on special occasions.

- Patka: Worn by upper classes and royal families, made of cotton, traditionally kept on shoulders or around the waist.


Traditional Dress for Women:

- Ghagra: Long skirt reaching the ankle, narrow waist that flares towards the base, symbolizing wealth.

- Odhni: Long cloth draped over the head and right shoulder, colors and motifs vary based on caste, costume, and occasion.


Royal Traditional Dress:

- Reflects regal taste of aristocratic hierarchy, rich and luxurious costumes made under special departments.

- Rajput kings dressed in colorful and formal attire.


Footwear:

- 'Jootis' or 'Mojaris': Shoes made from sheep, goat, or camel skin.

- Crafted with delicate embroidery on brocade or velvet.


Accessories:

- Unique jewelry styled and embellished with emeralds, diamonds, and other precious stones.

- Men wear earrings, gold chains, pearl necklaces, and silver 'Hansli' (necklace).

- Previously brass jewelry, now silver or white metal ornaments.


Transition:

- Traditional costumes for both men and women are undergoing changes, with the incorporation of new fabrics, designs, and accessories.


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