Traditional Dresses of Jammu & Kashmir

Costumes of Jammu and Kashmir are well known for their embroidery and intricate designs, which

reflects the richness of the culture and landscape of the region. The form of clothing is designed

to counter the cold climate of the region. Most of the garments are made of wool, silk designed with

intricate embroideries and cotton.

Costumes of Kashmiri Women

The Pheran is the prominent attire for Kashmiri women. The Pheran worn by women usually has Zari,

embroidery on the hem line, around pockets and mostly on the collar area.

Hindu women

The Hindus women of Kashmir wear their Pherans long, stretching up to their feet with narrow sleeves

cloths which is turned on the bottom side. Often, the Pherans are wrapped tightly on waist by a piece

of creased cloth called Lungi. The Hindu women, started wearing the saree now But as per the culture

of the Kashmir region, they have to wear taranga on their marriage day.

Muslim women

The Pherans worn by the Muslim women are traditionally characterized by their broad sleeves and reach

up to the knees. Elaborate Zari embroideries or floral patterns around the neck and the pockets are a

prominent feature of a Muslim woman`s Pheran. With Brocade patterns adorn their long sleeves. The

Pherans are wrapped tightly by a piece of creased cloth called Lungi or Pashmina sawl.