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Odisha
A place that has seen the most momentous wars, rule of the greatest emperor, and is home to one of the most beautiful Indian temples: Odisha is a quaint land of folklore and opulent culture that one just can’t miss. Situated in the eastern coastal region of India, between two great rivers- this place is brimming with a culture that is influenced by its history and the surrounding regions. The most famous folk-art form that originated here is “Pattchitra .”This type of painting is done on pieces of cloth, using natural colours. It was initially created at temples, the most popular of which is the painting of the deity Jagganath. Based on mythologic characters and folktales that have a history connected to its land - Pattachitra is famous for its incredibly intricate details. This art form has stood the test of time. It can now be seen in all types of fabrics and sarees.
Traditional Clothing of Odisha
Women
The women of Odisha swear by the “Saree,” a six-yard long trail of fabric draped around the body and worn with a blouse or choli. This is the most vastly worn piece of Indian clothing.
But, one must wonder that in a land of such prosperous history and culture, what kind of sari is it the speciality here that is different from all the thousands of types swarming in all the other regions of India? The answer is Sambalpuri Ikat – the pride of Odisha. It is distinguished by a unique technique of tie-dyeing (i.e., Ikat) the yarns before weaving the saree. This technique is what gives it a distinct look. The ornate motifs on sambalpuris vary from different elements of Odia tradition, such as phul (flower), chakra (wheel), and peacocks. The conventional colour is a combination of red and black, which is a homage to Lord Jagganath. Other sarees include the Kataki saree, Pasapalli saree, and Bomkai.
MEN
Odia men stick to the national dress of India, which is a traditional Dhoti. This is a long fabric draped down the waist and worn with a kurta. In Odisha Dresses, a special addition to this attire is a Gamchha. An amalgamation of Odia and Bengali culture - the gamchha is a checkered or striped cotton fabric that is so deep-rooted in the Odisha traditional dresses that it is used in everything, starting from religious ceremonies like poojas and marriages to day-to-day use as towels; Gamchha – is rather, a way of life.
In Odhisha, it is worn as a scarf by men. Any traditional attire is incomplete without it. The gamchha fabric has recently undergone a significant makeover and has been adapted by famous designers as part of their runway collections.
Staple Jewellery & Accessories
Owing to its abundant history and influence of tribal groups, this region is galore with tribal jewellery made of silver, brass, shells, beads, etc. These include nose pins, heavy chunky bangles, and necklaces. But, these pieces are not mere trinkets of trendy jewellery. Each item has a specific significance; for example, a coin necklace is worn to signify wealth. Women of the Kondh tribe wear the nose pins to wave off evil.
Odisha and West Bengal are both known for their unique styles of jewelry, with Odisha specializing in intricate filigree work and West Bengal famous for its traditional gold jewelry designs.
A famous and currently on the edge of extinction is the “Tarakashi” jewellery. This type of work is done on silver, where the silver sheets are first heated, beaten, and then folded into the most beautiful and intricate designs. Tarakashi is a 500-year-old form of handwork known as “filigree.”
