Anarkali Salwar Suit
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An anarkali salwar suit is a form of women's dress originating from the Indian subcontinent. The anarkali suit is made up of a long, frock-style top and features a slim fitted bottom. It varies in length and embroidery such as floor-length cuts.
Anarkali suits owe their name to the fictional Anarkali, a courtesan in the court of Mughal emperor Akbar. According to the legend, she was murdered for her illicit relationship with the crown prince Salim, who later become the Emperor Jahangir.[1]
The word anarkali translates to the "delicate bud of the pomegranate flower/tree." This name signifies the qualities of softness, vulnerability, innocence, and beauty associated with the women who wore anarkalis.
Types of Anarkali Suits[]
The following are some of the different types of Anarkali Suits.[2]
- Floor-Length
- Pakistani
- Cape Style
- Jacket Style
- Layered
- Gown Style
- Churidar
See also[]
References[]
- South Asian culture
- Indian clothing