Everything You Need to Know About The Traditional Dress of Bengal
The state of West Bengal is known for its distinct cultural heritage that oozes the beauty of its music, cuisine, literature, paintings, and much more.
The traditional ways of stitching, weaving, and embroidery are something that was greatly valued by all the royal patronage and nobility of the state since ancient times.
Both current-day West Bengal and Bangladesh still possess their traditional richness of making beautiful weaves, and they are in perfect symphony with the modern western and fashionable wear.
If you don’t know much about Bengal’s traditional dress, then here we are have prepared a list of a few of the traditional dress of Bengal that you should check out on your next trip to Bengal.
Traditional Dress of Bengal
1. Saree
If you ask any Indian about Bengal’s traditional dress, then Saree is probably the first dress you will get to hear. These beautiful six-yard pieces of clothing are prepared with traditional techniques that are practiced on authentic silk, pure cotton, motifs, and drapes.
But, if you are thinking that there is only one single type of saree that can be considered a traditional Bengal dress, then you are wrong.
There are plenty of different types of sarees that you can find in Bengal, and some of the most common ones are Dhakai Jamdani, Korial ad Garad, Tussar Silk Sarees, Baluchari Sarees, and Muslin Cotton.
2. Dupattas
are the other two sartorial choices that Bengali women wear apart from a saree. These Salwars and Kurtas are often paired with elegantly prepared and beautifully designed Dupattas and stoles that are available in various colours and fabrics. If you want to go with that Desi Chic, you should add-in a beautiful Dupatta or stole with your Salwar or Kurta.
3. Panjabi Kurta and Dhoti
Just like saree is considered a symbol of traditional Bengali dress for women, Panjabi and Dhoti is the top choice of men when it comes to the traditional dress of Bengal for men.
Panjabi is a similar counterpart to kurta, of north-Indian attire. It is often with a dhoti. These Punjabi’s overall length depends upon that choice of a person. You can either have them short or as long as up to your knees.
The one difference that sets Punjabi apart from your usual kurta is the authentic fabric and the design that can only be found in Bengal.
A Punjabi is often paired with jeans and trousers these days, and it makes for an ideal blend of both modern and traditional attire.
So, these are three of the most popular traditional dress of Bengal. Apart from these, there are many more traditional dresses that you can find in Bengal.
It’s all about exploring the possibilities and finding new stuff to try. We are sure that you can find something new and unique if you go about exploring the clothing shops in Bengal, so don’t forget to add shopping on your next Bengal trip.