Posts Tagged ‘north indian’
Friday, January 14th, 2011
Many times we wear clothes we love not knowing their origination, rich background, and culture. As styles and trends come and go there are some outfits that tend to be easily forgotten. (more…)
Tags: gharara, lengha, lucknow, muslim bridal wear, muslim clothes, muslim wedding, muslim women, nawabs, north indian, north indian muslim women, north indian women, sharara, zardozi, zari
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Wednesday, June 30th, 2010
When most people think of a gharara they associate it with a few other things: Muslim women, brides, formal wear, and most of all grace and elegance! During the 19th and early 20th centuries, it was worn as an everyday attire by upper class North Indian Muslim women. To learn more about the gharara click here: http://www.arzoomag.com/culture/the-gharara-truth/
Unfortunately, the gharara has long diminished as everyday wear. It has become reserved for only special occasions; mainly as bridal wear. Even then very few brides actually wear the gharara. Few people in general wear ghararas. They have diminished but not disappeared!
What do I love about the gharara? It’s actually quite a beautiful attire. A very elegant lengha type outfit split in two. It’s regal and charming. Royal and elegant. The gharara has its own beauty and grace unlike any other Indian outfit. It’s not possible to compare it with anything else since its lavishness can’t be compared with anything else! Just like the sari is unique and amazing, the gharara has its own qualities that make it stand out!
Tags: bridal gharara, gharara, indian muslims, lengha, muslim, muslim women, north indian, saree, sari, sharara
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Tuesday, October 21st, 2008
We all know what a huge role masalas, or spices, play in our cuisine! No dish is complete without an extensive use of spice but what exactly is the reason behind it? (more…)
Tags: adrak, afghanistan, ajwain, allspice, amchoor, anaardana, anasphal, aniseed, aphrodisiac, asafoetida, asia, astringent, ayurveda, badian, badiyan, basil, bay leaves, bengali, black cardamon, black cumin, black pepper, black salt, brain food, british, cantaloupe, caraway, cardamon, carom, cassia tree, cayenne, chandi vark, charmagaz, chilli, china, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, coriander seeds, cucumber, cumin, cumin seeds, curry leaves, curry patta, curry powder, dal chini, dals, degi mirch, dhana, dhania, dodhful, dodphul, elaichi, fennel, fenugreek, fish tamarind, garam masala, garlic, ginger, green cardamon, green chillies, gulab jal, haider, haldi, hari methi, hing, hyderabadi, india, indian ayurvedic system, iran, jaiphul, jamaica, javentri, jeera, jeero, kaala namak, kabab cheeni, kala jeera, kali mirchi, kalonji, kashmir, kashmiri, kesar, kewra, khus khus, kokum, kothmeri, lal mirch, laving, laxative, lussan, mace, mango powder, mangosteenoil tree, masala, masalas, methi, mint, mirchi, mustard, neem, nigella, north indian, nutmeg, paprika, pickles, pomegrante seeds, poppy seeds, pudina, pumpkin seeds, punjab, rai, red chillies, rock salt, rose essence, rose water, ruh gulab, saffron, sarson, saunf, screwpine, sesame seeds, silver leaves, sookha, south india, spices, spinach, sri lanka, star anise, taaza, tej patta, til, tuj, tulsi, turmeric, vanilla, vark, viryari, vitamin c, watermelon, white cardamon, white cumin, zaffran
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Monday, September 1st, 2008
One of the most important tasks involved when planning a wedding is determining the menu. You not only want your guests to enjoy the beauty of the ceremonies, but you also want to ensure that you dine them (more…)
Tags: al fresco, aloo gobhi, bengali, candlelit dinner, caterer, channae, chicken, chicken curry, chicken makhani, chicken tikka, chicken tikka masala, chinese, chutney, dal, fish curry, goat curry, gujarati, idli, india's restaurant, Indian Food, italian, lamb, lamb curry, madras pavilion, naan, north indian, pakorae, raita, Recipes, samosas, sample menu, south indian, tamarind sauce, tandoori chicken, vadai, wedding menu, Wedding Planning
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