Every woman in the world should dress like Indian women dress. (A gross generalization—not of every woman in the world, but of how Indian women dress—because this nation is really several dozen nations, each with its own styles of clothing. But I am talking, generally, about the sari and variations on the sari; and about the salwar kameez, and variations on the long tunic and pants.)
Both are cool and comfortable; varying fabric, style, and accessories make the sari and SK into appropriate wear for everything from manual labour, through school/office and weddings.More importantly, the sari and the salwar kameez can flatter any size or shape of body.
(I have yet to see a woman, of any national origin or physique, wearing one, and think ‘oh, dear—not the best choice for her!'). Whatever the body underneath, these garments can be stunningly beautiful on their own: beaded or embroidered cottons and silks in every colour. Every woman in the world should wear saris because one feels beautiful in them. My friends here concur—we plan to make Wednesdays sari day at school (otherwise all those gorgeous new purchases will sit in the closet). No more painting or clay on Wednesdays. One feels more than beautiful: graceful, regal, and respected; like you should be looked at, for all the right reasons.
That’s all I have to say on saris. I’ll show off now: pictured; Ficus with her favourite Korean student (I was way more comfortable than she was!)
