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    Knowing The Different Types of Odisha Traditional Dresses In 2023

    Andy GarnerBy Andy GarnerLast Updated:February 28, 2023
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    Odisha is surrounded by West Bengal, Telangana, Jharkhand, and Andhra Pradesh; so is the tradition and culture of the state influenced by all these states? Or is there a tradition of their own? If you too are interested in knowing all about this, you can read this blog for more. In this, you will not only get to know the various aspects of Odisha traditional dresses but also get to understand their ways to wear and other aspects.

    Not only will this article help you in knowing the numbers but so much more than that. Also, you will be surprised to know that the traditional attire worn by men and women in Odisha are very colorful and graceful. So, without any further dues, let’s start with our list.

    Here is the list of Traditional dresses of Odisha in 2023

    Traditional Costumes of Odisha
    Traditional dresses of Odisha for Men Traditional dresses of Odisha for Women
    Dhoti Khandua Saree
    Sambalpuri Kurta Sambalpuri Saree
    Kurta Shanka Palaa
    Sherwani Uttariyo
    Pyjamas

    Traditional dresses for men in Odisha

    It wouldn’t be wrong to say that traditional dresses are less worn and seen in Odisha. People have now turned their heads towards modern attire and they enjoy wearing all those. But deep down their hearts; people still respect and love their culture and traditions. This is the reason why most people dress them up in their traditional Odishan Outfit during a ceremony, festival, fair, or any such time. Here are a few dresses for men.

    1. Dhoti

    Dhoti a best traditional dress odisha for men

    True! The comfort, ease of carrying, and style of Dhoti has grasped the people of all the states in India. Trust us or not, people love wearing this attire because of the characteristics we discussed above. Dhoti is a single piece of cloth that is wrapped around the waist and worn in different styles in different places. White is the color that people often prefer wearing but there are multiple other colors of dhotis that people have started wearing.

    2. Sambalpuri Kurta

    Sambalpuri Kurta a best traditional dress odisha for men

    This is a close relative of the normal kurta you see in many places. But Sambalpuri Kurta is a bit shorter and much more colorful. This attire is worn by men even today because it goes so well with even a pair of jeans. This being a modern version of the regular kurta has a lot of love amongst the Odishisan Men and even the boys love wearing it. You can opt to wear solids to multi-colored kurtas.

    3. Kurta
    Kurta a best traditional dress odisha for men

    You must know that in different states of India, Kurta comes in different styles and if you are visiting Odisha, you will get at least two of them in common. This one is a simpler and solid-colored kurta which mostly happens to be with minimal prints and patterns. This type of kurta is mostly worn by grooms here.

    4. Sherwani

    Sherwani a best traditional dress odisha for men

    This is one of the most popular and most common types of attire that you can see in the state. This is an attire that is worn on the torso and it covers the top knee length area. Just like the other places, you will get the same type of Sherwani with the same flair and elegance. This is also paired with pajamas and even dhotis at times.

    5. Pyjamas

    Pyjamas a best traditional dress odisha for men

    This is another traditional outfit of Odisha which is loved and revered by men here. There are a lot of types of pyjamas that are available in the state and you will love to see the versatility here. Wearing it with Kurta, Sherwani, Sambalpuri Kurta, and even with shirts.

    Traditional dresses for women in Odisha

    If we were to compare, the ladies haven’t given up on their traditional attire; rather have tweaked them to fit in today’s world. Yes, you heard that right. There are many ladies who still wear the traditional outfit of Odisha even in their day-to-day life. And they are proud of doing so.

    1. Khandua Saree

    Khandua Saree a best traditional dress odisha for women

    If you were to ask the ladies in Odisha as to which is their most loved traditional dress; on an average, you will get the name of Khandua Saree. And there is a special place in the hearts of women of Odisha for this attire because Lord Jagannath is also decorated with this saree. Another reason for wearing this attire with so much amusement is that it looks pleasing to the eye and aesthetically pleasing as well.

    2. Sambalpuri Saree

    Sambalpuri Saree a best traditional dress odisha for women

    Women of Odisha are in deep and true love with their traditional outfits and one of the most worn dresses is the state. This is a different type of saree that you will see women wearing because it is a complete wrap-around. And women of all ages feel good wearing it. This saree is made out of handwoven ikat. The cloth is colored in different prints and patterns to give it a wonderful look.

    3. Shanka Palaa

    Shanka Palaa is a mandatory accessory for Odishan females getting married or Odishan brides. Sanka Palaa is nothing but the red bangles that are worn by females on their wedding day. Although the mandatory thing in this is just the red bangles, you will still see a lot of white bangles clubbed in between. That’s to improvise on the beauty and make a contrast.

    4. Uttariyo

    Uttariyo a best traditional dress odisha for women

    Uttariyo is just like a red dupatta that is worn by brides. It is yet another mandatory item that they have to carry because it makes them look complete. There is a lot of variety in this because from solid and simple dupattas to the ones having sequin and zari on the borders. There can be other decorative items that are used on these dupattas. And with time, there have been a lot of changes that have made this attire even better.

    Conclusion

    Isn’t it strange that many of us think of Odisha not having its individuality in the aspect of “dresses?” But the truth is that Odisha has a rich culture, tradition, history, music, and even dance form. If you were to visit this state, there would be so much new and enjoyable to see and explore. But for now, let’s settle with these traditional costumes of Odisha.

    See Also: Traditional dresses of India | Traditional dresses of Kerala

    Traditional dresses of Rajasthan | Traditional dresses of Assam

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    Traditional Dresses of Manipur | Traditional Dresses of Uttarakhand

    Traditional Dresses of Bihar | Traditional Dresses of West Bengal

    Traditional Dresses of Manipur | Traditional Dresses of Nagaland

    Traditional Dresses of Mizoram

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    Andy Garner

    Andy Garner is a solo traveller who loves spending months travelling. She has actively chosen the profession of a travel blogger after quitting her IT job which she found hell boring. Now she helps people in getting their ideal destination for whatever purpose they want it for. Not only does she travel to different destinations but also makes an itinerary of each travel experience and shares it across with her viewers. Keep an eye on her blogs for more information on her exploration.

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