Traditional Attire – Asia – India – (Part 2 – Northern and Central India)
India is a country renowned for diverse cultures, cuisines, attires, languages, religions, architecture, arts, sports and many more.
The country of India is divided into 29 states. Each state has its unique attire which symbolizes the cultural etiquette of that region. There are varied dresses of both men and women stitched and embroidered with vivid textures and diverse motifs.
The article will cover Part 2 of Traditional attires of Northen and Central India covering the States of Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh.
The State of Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir represent God's paradise on Earth with its enthralling beauty of nature dominated by mountains, lakes, valleys, and vibrant colorful flower gardens, especially tulips. The State is also famous for its tasty red apples exported to different parts of the world. The traditional attire of men is Pathani suits accompanied by headgears called turbans or skull caps. The traditional attire of women is salwar, churidar, and Pherans coupled with headgears called Taranga, and intricate jewelry. Their dresses are heavily embroidered with artistic stitches by skilled artisans.
The State of Punjab
Punjab as a state is famous for its colorful attires, fun-filled festivals, and fertile lands beaming with agricultural farming. The traditional attire of men is kurta, pajamas supported with a headgear called Pagri. The traditional attire of women is Salwar suits and churidars and also sometimes colorful Ghaghra. Both men and women have a special fascination for vividly colored footwear called Jutis.
The State of Haryana
Haryana is the neighboring state of Punjab and is similar in possessing a rich culture and heritage. The traditional attire of men is the dhoti, and kurta, accompanied by a traditional headgear called pagri and traditional footwear called Jutis. The traditional attire of women is Ghaghra choli comprising of a long ankle-length skirt as the bottom part, Kurti as the top part, and an odhani for the veil. The veil dazzles with beaming and bright colors.
The State of Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh treasures nature's beauty at its core with the mountains adorning its picturesque landscape. The traditional attire of men is kurtas, dhotis, or pajamas coupled with a traditional headgear called pagri. The traditional attire of women is kurtas and lehenga choli coupled with headscarves called Rahidis and woollen pashmina shawls. The Rahidis are festooned with heavy gold jewelry.
The State of Rajasthan
Rajasthan is the home of the hottest desert in India, the Thar desert. The state is famous for hosting several tourist places with majestic forts and fortresses and the exotic palaces of the kings with their exclusive grandeur and charisma. The traditional attire of men is dhoti or pajamas and kurta, angarkha, patka, or the waistband along with the traditional headgear called white Pagar or Safa. The traditional attire of women is long skirts called Ghaghra and blouses called Kanchli or Kurtis along with the Odhnis or veil to cover their heads.
The State of Chattisgarh
Chattisgarh is famous for the ancient temples depicting Hindu mythologies and the gushing waterfalls. The traditional attire of men is kurtas, dhotis with the headgear called a turban. The traditional attire of women is a saree called Lugda and a blouse called Polka.
The State of Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh offers artistic sculptures in the temples depicting years of historical significance. A major tourist attraction is its wildlife visited frequently by wildlife enthusiasts and bird watchers from all over the world. The traditional attire of men is the dhoti, Kurti accompanied by a jacket called Bandi or Mirzai, and a traditional headgear called Safa. The traditional attire of women is Bandej or Bandhni sarees or lehenga choli with Odhni or veil called Lugra.
The State of Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is the most populous state in India dominated by festivals and picturesque places. The traditional attire of men is pajamas or lungis and kurta coupled with headgears called Topis or Pagris. A special attire called Sherwanis is worn during special occasions like weddings and festivals. The traditional attire of women is Salwars or Ghaghra cholis or sarees.
The State of Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand, “The Land of Gods”, is prominent for Hindu pilgrimage sites. It is also well known for the famous Jim Corbett national park. The traditional attire of men is dhoti or churidar or lungi and kurta or shirt accompanied by a headgear called Gol topi or Jawahar topi. The traditional attire of women is long skirts called Ghaghra and blouses called cholis accompanied by Odhni or the veil.
I’ve never seen traditional attire from different parts of the country like you did here. Just fascinating. Thanks for sharing.
I love the attire. Such a beautiful culture. I would love to try one on some day.
Thank you. Surely you can try.
I absolutely love the outfits. There is so much detail and uniqueness to them.
Thank you
All these traditional attires looks great, I love how detailed the attires are in the state of Punjab.. It’s so colorful.
The people in Punjab are very jovial and cheerful like their dresses
Love the Indian attire and cultural outfits! I personally just love saris, wish I had one of my own! Lovely!
So nice. Have you visited India?
I love how this traditional outfits are still alive in today’s generation. Its a national treasure.
I love these outfits, they are so beautiful and they really have a unique designs. Wishing to try wearing this kind of outfit someday.
Very happy you liked them. Visit my country , you can try them on
I love Indian attire, I haven’t worn one before but the colors fascinate me.
Thank you
I love knowing a little more about cultures, and learning from them. Very brilliant and radiant outfits with unique design.
Thank you. My series will have more articles to it.
The headdresses are so stylish.. Did not know they mean so much. I wonder if they are that heavy..
Stylish and colourful. They are not very heavy quite light
What a beautiful culture! I love the style!
Thank you
I didn’t know that were different types of India traditional attire. They were all beautiful.
We have many Alexandra. Unique like your recipes.
What a beautiful and colorful traditional attire. I have friends from India and I always tell them that their attire looks really pretty on them.
Thank you Amy
I absolutely adore traditional Indian attire, the colors and the tradition behind them and just how beautiful everything is.. Thanks for sharing!
I am so happy you liked the post.
I have a friend visiting India right now. It looks like an amazing place to visit and it’s on my bucket list.
That is amazing Cindy. Please do visit my country.
Proud to be part of such a culture.
Keep these kind of wonderful posts coming.
Thank you. I have started a series, will be sharing more.
Wow! There are so many different styles that I didn’t know about! It’s very cool to compared the different traditional outfits from the different areas!
I am glad you liked the article
Such pretty attire! so great girly.
Thank you Bella for such a nice wish
One of my dream is going to different countries to wearing their traditional attire this all of these are beautiful and stunning I love it!
Thats such a nice wish. You can do it.
I have always loved the colorful traditional attire of India. It’s so pretty!
Thank you
Thanks for sharing these dresses. I love traditional Indian dresses. Except himachali dress, I have tried all others.
Wow, thats great. In which part of India are you from?
Delhi. North Indian.
There’s noting more exciting than being able to find your style. I love the evolution of these traditional attires in Asia.
Thank you Dana.
I like seeing traditional attires from other countries. I find interesting and these look so different from the traditional outfits from Estonia x
Laura
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I would like to cover attired from all over the world. For Estonia I know now whom to connect 🙂
i just love the punjabi style of clothing
Punjabis are colourful people like their dresses. Happy you liked it.
It’s nice to be reminded of these beautiful ethnic wears in an age when the traditional weaves and fabrics are all disappearing fast.
I really like the uniqueness of dresses. Hope they don’t vanish.
The traditional clothing is beautiful! I have always been jealous that I don’t have a background where we have many traditions.
Inviting you to India. You will experience multiple traditions and cultures here.
Beautiful indian traditional attire. I love it so beautiful and I would love to wear a sari one day!
Inviting you to India and come over to my place, I will teach you to wear a sari 🙂
Ha ha .nice .culture of india in short
I have multiple parts to it. Please check others, you will like.
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I like it all together! I’ve tried to find these together before, and I like colorful and branded products.