The exotic state of Rajasthan is synonymous with majestic forts, royal palaces,beautifull lakes, sand dunes, camels safaries and people dressed in brightly coloured costumes. Both males and females dress in the customary traditional dresses fully influenced by climate, economy, status and the profession. The traditional dresses being 'potia', 'dhoti', 'banda', 'angrakha', 'bugatari', 'pachewara', 'khol', 'dhabla', amongst Hindus; and 'tilak', 'burga', 'achkan' amongst Muslims, which are fast changing now with 'bushirt', 'salwar' and 'skirts', saris and pants accordingly.the main colours of rajasthani traditional dresses are -RED,GREEN,BLUE,PINK. The common dress of the women constitutes (i) sari or 'odhani', (ii) 'kanchli' or 'kunchuki' or 'choli' (iii) 'ghaghra' or 'ghaghri' or 'lahanga'. Besides, the women of high status and ranks wear 'dupatta' and 'patka'.The standard design is a four-piece dress which includes the 'ghagra' (skirt), the 'odhni' (head cloth), the 'kurti' (a short blouse) and the 'kanchi' (a long, loose blouse).The use of chappals or sandals or 'jutees' is also common . The common dress of the men consntitutes 'pagari', 'pencha', 'sela' or 'safa' depending on style, an 'angrakha' or 'achakan' as the upper garment and 'dhoti' or 'pyjama' as the lower garment .
