5 Amazing Things of Jammu and Kashmir Clothing

5 AMAZING THINGS YOU MUST KNOW ABOUT JAMMU AND KASHMIR CLOTHING

Jammu and Kashmir is one of the most beautiful destinations of India. Bordering China, Pakistan and Afghanistan, it is evident to see a diversified culture and religion in this place. The ethnic groups of Buddhism, Hinduism and Islam a major role in enriching the culture of Jammu and Kashmir. There are many other things about this beautiful land to talk about; the people of Kashmir are famous in the world for their traditions, customs and hospitality

                

1)   KASHMIRI WOMEN CLOTHING

The Pheran is the prominent attire for Kashmiri women. The Pheran worn by the woman usually has Zari, embroidery on the hem line, around pockets and mostly on the collar area. Ladies prefer suit and Burgha in summer and Pheran is preferred in autumn. The Hindus women of Kashmir wear Pheran. Now-a-days, Hindu women started wearing Saree, but as per culture and tradition of Kashmir region they have to wear Taranga on marriage day. The Pheran worn by the Muslim women are traditionally characterized by their broad sleeves which reach up to the knees Along with the white turban tied on the skull cap, a close fitting trouser and a lace less shoes called Gughabi. Highlighting zari embroideries or floral pockets around the neck-line is the prominent feature of Muslim women Pheran. They wear head- gears that look different from Taranga. Their Headgear are usually red in color, they tie it around the forehead like turban and they also use trinkets and small silver pins to tie tightly. Both Hindu as well as Muslims women,wrap Pherans tightly with a piece of crinkle cloth called Lunngi and Pashmina Shawl.  Clothing is same but fabric varies from season to season.

                          

                                         

Beautiful Kashmiri girls

2) ETHNIC GROUP CLOTHING
Dogra:
Dogras  are tribes residing amidst the hilly area of Jammu. The Dogra womenfolk are found attired in fitted pajamas and tunics paired with a suitable head-dress. Similar fitted pajamas and kurtas of considerable length constitute the costume of the Dogra men. The use of kamarbunds and turban are prominent among the elderly people of Dogra.
Gujjars:
Gujjar community is the second-largest group of ethnic tribes inhabiting in Kashmir. The members of this tribe are mostly shepherds. Gujjar women are dressed in loose sleeved tunics coupled with baggy salwars. They cover their head by an elaborate headgear.

                          
                                                         Tribes of Kashmir 


3)   LADAKH PEOPLE CLOTHING

In Ladakh the popular Ladakhi dress is Goncha, which is normally a thick woolen cloth paired with a brilliant belt, tied around the waist. The loose trousers are paired with Goncha as a dress by both men and the women with a slight variation in color and size. The most attractive feature is the colorful Kamar Bund. The other attractive component of the dress of a Ladakhi woman is “Peark”.  Peark   is actually a headgear prepared with the coating of black lamb decorated with turquoise stones that appears a cobra’s hood and tapering to a thin tail reaching down the back.

                                   

Ladakhi women with peark

   4)   EMBROIDERY AND TANGLED DESIGNS

Costumes of Jammu and Kashmir are well known for their embroidery and tangled designs, which reflects the richness of culture and beauty of the region. Most of the garments are made of wool, silk designed with embroideries and cotton. This form of clothing is designed in such a way to tangle in extreme climate situations of the region.

           

                       

Kashmiri Embroidery

   5)   PASHMINA SHAWLS

    Pashmina Shawls are the highest quality shawls crafted from very fine silk like fiber. A pure Pashmina Shawl can be identified by testing warmth and softness of the shawl and also by its color to some extent. The Pashmina Shawl has a natural cream color.
                                      

                    Hope you all doing well and enjoying fresh weather. My name is Shilpa Jeniga and I’m a Hyderabad based fashion blogger with a background in Fashion Designing. My blogs aims to explore culture, clothing, custom, tradition, accessories and ornamentations of different states and countries.