Dressing the part

Saturday, May 24, 08
Every culture has its dress. India's dress is more varied and colorful than I've yet experienced.
Women
1. Saree - This is what most people think of when they think India - and it's true.
2. Salwar (bottom) and Kameez (top) - Thin cotton pants with a top which extends to the knees.
Chunni - A light shawl which accessories the outfit.
3. Western clothing - Worn mostly by some of the younger set.
Men
1. Kurta and Pajamas - A long top to just above the knees which most often buttons up the front. Pajamas are a draw string, light weight, cotton trouser.
2. Lungi - A long cloth which is wrapped around the waist and dropped to the ankles. Or, it can be doubled up, pulled up, and tucked in the waist.
3. Western clothing - Anything a Western man would wear can be seen here, including suits (rarely).
A woman can wear any of the above, even men's clothing. But, a man is limited to those assigned to men. Hopefully, in the pictures you can see some of the differences.
Pondicherry pics:http://picasaweb.google.co.uk/musungi/PondicherryIndia