Handkerchief (handkercher or hanky) is a form of kerchief typically a hemmed square of thin fabric that can be carried in a pocket or purse and used for hygiene purpose. Sometimes it is a decorative accessory in a suit pocket.
Although handkerchief is an item of western countries but with passage of time it has even become a symbol of love and affection in Indian culture.
Handkerchief - A Small Hand Towel Used As Clothes Utility
Purpose
It is useful for every class -low or high, gender whether male, female or children. Children can carry things around in it and can even use it as substitute for a bandage overall small injury. When used as an accessory to a man suit it is known as Pocket Square.
Colorful Handkerchief in Rajasthan
Green colour represents that person is good in health and person bearing white coloured handkerchiefs denotes ill health. Red coloured handkerchiefs is signal of danger and immediate meeting is necessary.
Varieties
There are wide range and types of handkerchiefs that are made in Rajasthan. Multi-coloured, embroidered, lehariya and mothda pattern, tie -die style of handkerchiefs are made in Rajasthan.
One other form of handkerchief is Napkin.
Bandana
It is a larger type of handkerchief which is often printed in vibrant colours and with a paisley pattern. It is often used to hold hair back as a fashionable accessory.
