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women
Women generally wear heavily embroidered and embellished three piece outfits, consisting of a Chaniya which is a long flowing skirt, a Choli which is a a tight midriff baring blouse and a a form of flowing scarf known as an Odhani or dupatta. The Chaniyas and Cholis have differing patterns , with a wide range of motifs
adorn
Women adorn themselves with glittering necklaces and earrings with their arms covered with bangles of many colours and compositions. Many will sport a bindi on their forehead and some will have ankle bracelets, which give off tinkling and jingling sounds as they dance and sway. Baubles, bangles and beads, in many shades and shapes and colours, glittering and sparkling further adorn the already kaleidoscopic garments
Kamarbandh
KamarbandhThis is a substantial multi layered metal belt or chain worn snugly around the hips. It is created from rows of interlinked silver panels, coins or heavy ring meshes. It fastens firmly over the waistband of the Chaniya ( skirt ) or Dhoti. This is a structural anchor clamping down the pleated skirt and pins the draped Odhani firmly against the torso. It prevents the fabric from unravelling or tripping up the dancer mid-routine
men
The pyjama type trousers are loose and tapered at the ankles, and the billowiness above adds further to the swing of the Kediyu Some will wear colourful and extravagant turbans or other decorative caps, and sport multicoloured scarves. The mens attire is also embroidered and embellished with patterns and small mirrors
odhani
Women adorn themselves with glittering necklaces and earrings with their arms covered with bangles of many colours and compositions. Many will sport a bindi on their forehead and some will have ankle bracelets, which give off tinkling and jingling sounds as they dance and sway. Baubles, bangles and beads, in many shades and shapes and colours, glittering and sparkling further adorn the already kaleidoscopic garments
patola
There is also the choice of wearing a traditional Patola Saree, which is specially made in Patan in Northern India. This garment is believed to bestow a spiritual essence arising from the time, care and devotion with which it is crafted. Patola Sarees are very expensive costing around ten thousand sterling pounds or a lot more
Mathapatti
This a majestic multi tiered silver chain ornament that frames the dancers face. A central chain anchors into the hair parting ( Maang ) while two thick beautifully engraved side bands drape elegantly along the hairline pinning securely above the ears.Beyond its geometric visual appeal they act as a functional weight that keeps hairs and the front edge of the veil ( odhani ) from flying into the dancers face during rapid high velocity spins
Mathapatti
This a majestic multi tiered silver chain ornament that frames the dancers face. A central chain anchors into the hair parting ( Maang ) while two thick beautifully engraved side bands drape elegantly along the hairline pinning securely above the ears.Beyond its geometric visual appeal they act as a functional weight that keeps hairs and the front edge of the veil ( odhani ) from flying into the dancers face during rapid high velocity spins
hansli
Unlike fluid chains that sway the Hansli is thick and rigid and rests snugly around the base of neck often tapering into the thick etched animal motifs such as elephants and peacocks at the tipAs it is structurally rigid is stays stationary and won’t whip around or bounce up, or bruise the dancers face collarbones during aggressive vertical leapss.
jhumkas
Jhumkas Ionic bell shaped earrings providing a dramatic sense of motion These multi layer domed earrings are heavily fringed with tiny silver beads or bells along the rim. They are often held up by a Kaan Chain a supportive string that hooks directly back into the hair and distributes the heavy weight away from the earlobe .They create an immediate swinging motion with every turn of the head