Impact of Indian Ethnic Wear on Society

Indian culture is famed around the world. Slowly, but surely, people across the globe are recognizing its importance, and adopting it in their own lifestyle. The culture is made up of many things like the way of living, dressing, eating, the rituals, customs and many other small things making up a society. Each component makes its impact in its own style.

Coming to dressing, India has many ethnicities, and each follows its own culture and dressing style. Every dressing choice they make have their own importance and meaning. Here is how the Ethnic wear of India leaves a mark on the society:

Men’s Ethnic Wear:

India men were very late in the modern Trouser/Jean/Tshirt game. For a long time, for literally centuries, Indian men wore outfits that shows their importance in society.

In the north, people wore multiple garments at a time like the Kurta, Pyjama, a Jacket and Turbans in their normal routine and a few extra accessories during festivities.

The south scene was more different owing to the tropical climate. Men in the south had a more open and a comfortable Veshti, and along with their top shirt, they have a towel to complete the classic look.

Women’s Ethnic Wear:

Till date, foreigners are mesmerized by the color that the Women’s Ethnic outfits in India bring out. North or South, the beauty of these outfits is spread throughout!

The Saree is a common choice in almost every state, but the style changes from region to region. From Banarasi Saree in the north to the Kanchipuram Silk Saree in the south, the choices are innumerable.

Apart from Sarees, women have the choice of Salwaar, Kameez, Ghaaghra, Lehenga, and Kurtis too. This colorful mixed bag brings a similar impact on society, making it a cheerful and happy place to be.

Apart from Sarees, women have the choice of Salwaar, Kameez, Ghaaghra, Lehenga, and Kurtis too. This colorful mixed bag brings a similar impact on society, making it a cheerful and happy place to be.

Kid’s Ethnic Wear:

The most common choice for the kids is that they replicate whatever their parents and elders usually wear. The boys copy their fathers and the girls, mothers. This impacts society by giving out a clear message that the kids walk on the footprints of their parents and are very much influenced by them.

Ethnic wear is different around the world. And the choice of the outfits shows the type of environment that prevails in society. So choose the right one and look gorgeous.