| Lungi |
Articles about Lungi |
Information AboutLungi |
| CATEGORIES ABOUT LUNGI | |
| indian clothing | |
| bangladeshi clothing | |
| indian culture | |
| skirts | |
|
The lungi ( worn around the waist in India , Bangladesh , Sri Lanka , and Myanmar . While its origin is found in South Indian culture, it is worn by diverse communities across Southern Asia . It is normally woven in Cotton with variety of designs and colors, though the most popular styles are either solid-colored or plaid. Depending on local tradition, lungis can be worn by men and/or women, are tied or fastened in various ways, and can be used in different cultural activities, ranging from normal daily life to elaborate wedding ceremonies. The lungi is thought to be quite comfortable, as its length can be adjusted rather easily. It is particularly popular in regions where the heat and humidity create an unpleasant climate for trousers. Bangladesh The lungi is the most commonly-seen dress of Bangladeshi men, although it is not normally worn on very formal occasions. In Bangladesh, lungis are worn by most men on a daily basis, although elaborately-designed cotton, batik, or silk lungis are also often presented as wedding gifts to the groom. Bengali women do not traditionally wear lungis, although non-Bengali tribal women do wear similar garments in some parts of southeastern Bangladesh. In neighboring West Bengal , the lungi is normally tied into a ''dhuti''. South India In Kerala , the lungi is worn by both men and women. Lungi is considered as an informal dress or working dress. Lungis are generally colourful, and with varying designs. The plain white version of a lungi is known as a Mundu . For more ceremonial occasions (like weddings), Mundu s would be having a golden embroidery known as ''kasavu''. Lungis are not used during occasions like weddings, or other religious ceremonies. Kerala men folk generally tuck up their Mundu s or ''lungis''. The bottom of the dress, is pulled up and tied back on to the waist. This would make the Mundu or ''lungi'' only cover the body up to one's knees (from waist). In this fashion it somewhat resembles a Kilt , but without pleats. In Tamil Nadu , it is also called ''Kaili''. Myanmar In Myanmar , this skirt is called a ''longji'', and is typically worn with a sash by both men and women. Women often fasten the longji much higher than men, who typically fasten it to the waist. SEE ALSO
|
|
|