
Mekhela Chador: The Soul of Assamese Attire
The most iconic traditional dress of Assamese women is the Mekhela Chador also called as Mekhela Sador. This two-piece attire is as elegant as it is symbolic.
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Mekhela: The bottom part, similar to a sarong or a wrap-around skirt, is worn by pleating it gracefully around the waist and tucked in.
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Chador: The upper part is a long piece of cloth draped across the upper body, somewhat like a saree's pallu.
Unlike the saree, which is one long piece of fabric, Mekhela Chador comes in two distinct parts. It is traditionally made of handwoven silk or cotton, and the draping style gives the wearer a regal and poised look.
Varieties of Mekhela Chador Based on Fabric