The Sari Every Indian Woman’s Classic

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The Indian sari is versatile, comfortable and colorfully expresses elegance and femininity.  The sari is made from a single strip of cloth, approximately six yards, which is then draped over the body in a variety of styles.

The sari is most commonly wrapped around the waist, with one end then draped over the shoulder baring the midriff. The sari is usually worn over a petticoat and then a short-sleeved, scoop-necked blouse known as a choli.

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Women wear saris differently in the various regions of India. Women also wear salwar khameez. The khameez is a long tunic that is worn over loose pants called salwar. They are made of silk or cotton, and can be casual or very ornate.

Above photos were taken in the bustling city of Mumbai (Bombay), Maharashtra, which is on the western coast of India, on the Arabian Sea. March 2009

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Wendy McRae

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