Style with Dupatta

 

Nothing changes up your look faster than a Dupatta drape. While there are some standard drapes that everybody knows-The dupatta has long been a symbol of modesty in South Asian dress. A dupatta is a long headscarf popular in traditional clothing of many Asian cultures. Also called a chunni, the scarf is commonly seen throughout India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. The scarf can be draped over the head and shoulders in many different ways, and can be worn with everything from pantsuits to evening gowns. Dupatta can be made from many kinds of fabric. It is often heavily embroidered or made with a contrasting border.

Phulkari Dupatta:  Phulkari is the most fascinating work of art which is done by the women folks of the Punjab region. Women particular have been fond of the beautiful colours and have used them for embroidery and knitting. Phulkari Dupatta is best complimented with salwar suits. Many young girls like to pair them with jeans and top, skirts and evening dresses as well.

 Khada Dupatta: Khada Dupatta is part of the Muslim wedding ensemble. It is highly embellished and comes with a wide elaborate border. The dupatta is usually made of net material and embroidered with zardozi work.
 

Bandhani Dupatta: Bandhani has become a popular tie and dye all over the country. The art work is used for various occasions and imparts new meaning. Bandhani is quite in style and refers to the wavy pattern of a fabric processed in the tie dye technique.

Cotton Dupatta: This piece of garment has become more than just a cover and cultural more. Cotton Dupatta in Batik or Bandhani print or embroidered  using the Kantha or Ari style looks elegant with jeans, skirts, dresses n more.

The style of the scarf has existed nearly untouched for hundreds of years, and looks to continue spreading its beauty and usefulness throughout the global culture. Dupatta is both a fashion statement and an adornment.

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