Indian Accessories

The Sari in Pakistan made an exit when it was declared un-Islamic by Gen Zia as sari reveals

certain parts of a woman’s body. But now it has made a resurgence in an outstanding way in the form of formal wear and in the wardrobe of Pakistan girls. Earlier the Sari was worn by many prominent Pakistani women.

oday several ladies in Pakistan have turned to drape sari considering this 6yards cloth as a symbol of independence and individuality. Popular Indian soaps have made major contributions to its revival.Though Pakistan woman parliamentarian refuses to wear sari, fashion conscious Pak women brave to wear the elegant sari creating a splash and a stir. Still salwar suit retains its number 1 spot above sari.

Quite often Pakistani girls, at the age of 18, are given permission to wear a sari to attend their graduation party, Pakistan’s fashion party similar to prom night. For them sari provides certain feel of womanhood, independence and elegance. But a lady in a sari becomes a source of a lot of unwanted attraction. The sari has attained a very important place on occasions such as weddings and festivals.

Pakistan’s leading fashion designers agree that saris are extremely elegant wears and salvar suits can never be a substitute for that style and elegance. But only the old women of Pakistan prefer to wear sari while for the modern lady it is not practical. The demand for intricate and ornate bridal saris are in the rise .There is a modern version of sari called “half-sari”, a combination of two pieces that tucks a dupatta into a folded petticoat.

elicate chiffon fabric is used to make Pakistani designer saris with lavishly decorated, costing 50,000 Pak rupees, around $1250. Youngsters prefer to wear simple chiffon or light silk saris along with a sleeveless blouse. Designer saris are the choice for formal wear.
The presence of sari could be felt in the south emphatically while it is preferred as a bridal wear in the north. In the North Western Frontier there is absolutely no trace of the Sari.