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A Gaddi Groom in Traditional Wedding Dress (Kad) Here is a picture of a  Gaddi Groom  in the traditional  w edding  dress of the Gaddi  (Pahari) community. This long dress is called  Kad . I got a chance to take this picture during a Gaddi marriage attending me recently. Despite being from  Himachal Pradesh , this was a new experience for me and I saw many traditions. This picture clearly represents the rich culture of Himachal Pradesh. The gaddi women or the Gaddans have chiseled features and are known for their perseverance, probity, courage and high moral character. They look beautiful in their traditional apparel and ethnic ornaments. They adorn themselves with laung, balls, bear, Mathieu, chuck-phullian, chanderhaar, gojru, hockey, Jai mala, chili and heavy silver necklace which add grace to their beauty. A wedding in a gaddi household is a gala occasion, which is marked by joy-de-Vivre, vivacity, and merry-making. The gardens especially look forward to

A little retail therapy does no harm, especially if you’re out and about traveling! What’s even better is when it's cheap and cheerful! Ladakh’s Tibetan Market is one such market that you should check out. #himachalitrendingfashion As the name suggests, the market is heavily influenced by the neighboring state of Tibet. It's a street market with a host of stalls and shops offering various kinds of Tibetan handicrafts. So if you’re into antiques and handicrafts and don't want to spend wads of cash, this is the ideal place for you!  Splurge On  | Find various items like shawls, hand-spun rugs, carpets and all kinds of precious and semi-precious gems at amazing prices! You can put your bargaining skills to good use here.  The market is also a good place to grab some souvenirs and gifts like prayer flags or wheels & woolen clothes too. Although most places sell authentic stuff, beware of fake antiques! And after you’re done with your shopping extravaganza, you can

Pullas at Bhuttico are handcrafted in typical traditional style using Cannabis fiber procured from the stem of the plant, goat’s hair, and brightly colored synthetic threads. They are produced by local villagers working from homes with skills passed down from generation to generation and checked for quality by the co-operative society before being displayed in outlets. Bhutto's current range is limited in variety but offers buyers a choice between moccasins, scuffs, and the unique Himachali wrap style slippers. The heritage product is very much meant for practical everyday use and can be worn both in summer and winter – ideally with light cotton or woolen socks as the material may feel coarse or irritating if worn bare feet.

Traditional Dress of Kangra Women  A Women in Traditional Dress Pattoo- It is a traditional dress of the local women. It is thicker and heavier than shawls, with fast and bright colors. Women wear pattoo over their clothes and pin both ends with local silver broaches called 'boomini', which is a long silver chain. It covers the whole body and a piece of cloth is tied around the waist called gachchi, which acts as a belt. Dhatu or Thimpu - Dhatu or Thimpu is a square piece of cloth used to cover the head. Shawls - These shawls are world famous because of their beautiful intricate designs and bright colors. Pullas - Pullas are footwear like the bedroom slippers made out of hemp (fibre extracted from Marijuana stem). Very colorful designs are made on the upper portion with colored wollen threads. Ornaments-The people of Kangra Valley like to wear ornaments. They wear beautiful ornaments during special occasions like marriages , festivals and fairs . Women wear l

Caps , the glorious crown of Himachal Pradesh are now a recognized fashion logo in every hue. Colorful  caps  fascinate everyone at first instance. The traditional yet stylish headgear has derived its name from the place of its origin. Locally, it is called  Kullu topi ,  Malana Topi ,  Kinnauri Topi ,  Bushehri Topi  and is an important part of a local man’s attire/apparel/garments. Alike Kullu district, in some of the other districts also, a cap is an important part of male’s and females’ attire                       Malana Cap (Topi) Caps, the glorious crown of Himachal Pradesh are now a recognized fashion logo in every hue. Colorful caps fascinate everyone at first instance. The traditional yet stylish headgear has derived its name from the place of its origin. Locally, it is called as Kullu topi and is an important part of a local man’s attire/apparel/garments. Alike Kullu district, in some of the other districts also, a cap is an important part of male’s attire. T

Himachal Pradesh is the Indian state which resides in the lap of mighty Himalayas. The natives of the state are known as 'Pahari' . The culture of Himachal Pradesh is rich in diversity and traditions, and thanks to the lofty terrains and challenging reach, it is not yet influenced by the western glitters, largely. There are many communities, many religions, and people from different castes that dwell in harmony in this state. Their cultures are exhibited in their traditions, rituals and their dresses #himachalitrendingfashion Traditional Himachal Pradesh Dresses of Men There are mainly two classes in which the community of Himachal Pradesh has been divided: Rajput and Brahmins. The attires are largely identical, but some differences can be noted.  Rajput Men  wear tight  Churidar Pyjamas  with  kurta  and  long silk overcoat  over it. The overcoats are designed with yak leather and gold threads which help them keep warm. They wear a  turban  on their heads which are col