Sherwani - A Bridegroom's Wear in Rajasthan
Sherwani is a long coat, which is buttoned upto the collar and usually stretches below the knee. It adds style, grace, elegance and sofstication of men. Rajasthani men wear sherwani over kurta and churidar pajma.
ORIGIN
It can be traced back in Central Asia during the times when it was dress code of Turkish and Persian nobles in Delhi sultanate and Mughal Empire. In the late Eighteen century, this attire did not restrict to nobles but become the traditional dress of common men.
Basic Requirement
Fitting is the utmost important factor as it make the entire look. It holds a prominent place in the wardrobe of male wear. It is worn on special occasions such as engagements, festivals, traditional rituals and ceremonies. It resembles Achakan or Doublet. Sherwanis are perpetual favorites for dressing gowns on their marriage day.
FABRIC
Silk is the most important material used for sherwani. Quality of fabric and tailoring is the most important areas to be catered while stitching sherwani.
DESIGNING
Intricate embroidery like Zardosi, sequin and stone work and suroski crystals are used to make it attractive.
COLOUR
The traditional colour is offwhite but nowdays new shades have crept up like maroon, black and dark blue.
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