Saturday, June 13, 2009

Clothes Hopping.



While in Delhi, we each had a few suits custom-made or tailored. We're wearing suits for several reasons: more practical in the heat, better for blending in, and we'll probably get more respect if we dress conservatively.

Suits have three parts: 1) salwar. loose, drawstring pants. 2) kurta. long, tunic-like shirt. 3) dupatta. large, long scarf. The only rules for fashion are that the salwar and the dupatta should match each other.

It's really awesome to pick out some fabric and then have it made into a suit just for you for about $3. Above is a photo of me in my new favorite outfit, and a stack of fabrics in the store where I bought it.

2 comments:

  1. Baaaah I am so happy to see a picture of you!! You look lovely.

    I just want you to know that your posts are much appreciated-- I just caught up on reading them and I'm so glad to hear about all of your adventures!

    Miss you!

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  2. Hi Amelia!
    Hope you are doing well.
    I'm sorry I missed you while you were home!!
    Love, Elena

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