{"id":13691,"date":"2024-07-01T19:37:39","date_gmt":"2024-07-01T14:07:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mirraw.com\/blogs\/?p=13691"},"modified":"2025-05-28T16:22:20","modified_gmt":"2025-05-28T10:52:20","slug":"all-about-lehenga-choli","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mirraw.com\/blogs\/2024\/07\/01\/all-about-lehenga-choli\/","title":{"rendered":"All About Lehenga Cholis \u2013 What They Are and How to Maintain Them"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

There is no doubt that our B-town beauties have given us some major lehenga goals for every occasion. The gorgeous models walking down the ramps with stunning Sabyasachi and Manish Malhotra lehengas have always fascinated many girls. From radiant, rich colours to subtle pastel shades, we are totally in awe of them. Due to their wide variety of designs and elegance, they have been one of the most favoured ethnic clothing.
Be it a wedding or a festive event, we fashion girls always have a lehenga design ready in our minds. But, have you ever wondered about the origin of the lehenga choli?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a Lehenga Choli?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lehenga choli <\/strong>is a classic Indian ethnic outfit that has a skirt, known as a lehenga<\/a>, and a blouse, known as a choli. It also has a dupatta which is a long piece of cloth that acts as a saree pallu. A Lehenga Choli is a famous outfit among women in India, especially donned at weddings and other traditional occasions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understanding the Lehenga Choli: History and Components<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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The original source of the lehenga can be dated back to age-old times when it consisted of an Antariya, Uttariya,<\/em> and a Stanaptta<\/em>. An Antariya<\/em> was a strip of cloth wrapped around the waistline, passing through the legs, and tucked behind the back. A Uttariya<\/em> was a veil-like fabric worn over the head or sometimes shoulders. The outfit also comprised a chest band, which was known as Stanapatta<\/em>. It can be assumed from the descriptions of our scriptures that the Antariya<\/em> became the lehenga, the Uttariya<\/em> was altered into the dupatta, and the Stanapatta<\/em> evolved as the choli.

Lehenga choli was initially introduced to Indian fashion in the royal courts of the Mughals and Rajputs. The Mughal sovereigns were known for their rich lifestyle and their fondness for art, writing, and fashion. They presented several unique styles and creations in garments, including the Lehenga Choli. The outfit was first designed to be worn by females in the royal court, but it grew as a popular women\u2019s outfit for all social classes.<\/p>\n\n\n

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<\/a>Lehenga choli has also evolved as a mark of regional identity in India. Every part of the country has its unique style of lehenga choli, with exceptional fabrics, designs, and prints. For example, the lehenga choli worn in Rajasthan is known for its bright prints and elaborate mirror work, on the other hand, when worn in South India, lehengas are known for their simplicity and grace.

Over the years, the popularity of the lehenga choli has spread outside India to other parts of the world. It is now a popular attire for Indian weddings and other cultural occasions in many countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Styling Your Lehenga Choli: Tips for Every Occasion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From Indian marriages to festival parties, the <\/strong>lehenga choli <\/strong>has graced numerous occasions with its beautiful presence. A lehenga choli has infinite styling possibilities, so it\u2019s no surprise that this outfit never fails to delight fashion lovers across the globe. Whatever the occasion is, here are some super helpful tips to help you style your lehenga choli for a gorgeously put-together look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Focus on the Dupatta Draping style<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    How you carry the dupatta<\/a> of your lehenga choli <\/strong>can dramatically change your lehenga choli look. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Here are some dupatta draping styles you can try:
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    The Classic Dupatta Drape:<\/strong> Wear the dupatta over one shoulder and let it fall freely. This classic dupatta style is graceful and looks elegant every time.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    Gujarati Style Dupatta Drape:<\/strong> Drape your dupatta across the chest and pin it on the opposite shoulder. This style allows you to flaunt your dupatta\u2019s design and adds a ton of ethnic appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    Belted Style Dupatta Drape:<\/strong> Cinch your dupatta at the waist with a chic and matching belt for a stylish, trendy look. This not only holds your dupatta in place but also accentuates your waist.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    Veil Style Dupatta Drape<\/strong>: This one is the bride\u2019s favourite. For a royal touch to your lehenga choli outfit, drape the dupatta over your head and let it fall over your shoulders like a veil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Accessorizing your Lehenga Choli<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      As we all know, accessories can make or break your entire lehenga choli look. Focusing on how you accessorise your outfit is crucial and should be given ample consideration.

      Here\u2019s how to accessorize your lehenga like a fashion pro:<\/p>\n\n\n

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