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Hyderabad Dupatta Special: Traditional dress has special significance in Hyderabadi weddings. The 400 -year -old ‘standing dupatta’ remains the first choice of brides even today. The embroidery, heavy zari and historical glow of this royal dress still attracts people, which is a unique confluence of tradition and beauty.
If there is talk of Hyderabadi weddings, then there is definitely a mention of standing scarf. This 400 -year -old traditional dress still remains the pride of the wardrobes of Hyderabadi brides. New trends of fashion keep on coming, but this style, which has been running since the Nizams, is also considered a symbol of royal style and elegance.
What is standing scarf
It is a heavy embroidered scarf, which the bride wears on her head in such a way that she is seen standing. It is also called Mogulai Turban or Nizami Style, as it was worn by the brides of the royal families during the Nizam reign, it contains heavy embroidery of zari, pearls and edge, which makes it even more special.
Why is it so popular even today?
This dupatta gives the bride a royal look, which looks different from common clothes Hyderabadi Muslims and Hindu brides wear it in their wedding, because it is part of local culture, nowadays the demand for vintage and traditional style in bridal fashion has increased, which has brought the scarf again. Also, this dupatta gives a glamorous look in the wedding photos, which makes the beauty of the bride and the beauty more.
How do you wear scarf?
It is lifted from the back of the head to the top and pinned, so that it looks like a crown. Some brides also style it with a jade. Along with this, the look is further enhanced by wearing Hyderabadi bridal jewelery like jadau earrings, bangles and vaccines.
Where do you get the real standing scarf?
Lad Bazar Hyderabad is made of real zari and beads standing here. Dakkani handicrafts sales centers are also available at government stores of good quality, nowadays modern versions are available on sites like Manyavar, Utsav Fashion.
Bollywood celebs are also wearing
Actresses like Parineeti Chopra, Anshula Ambar, and Vidya Balan have rock this style in their films or personal weddings. No matter how much marriage fashion changes, Hyderabadi standing dupatta will always rule the hearts of the brides, it is not just a dress, but the identity of Hyderabadi Tehzeeb.
How much does it cost?
It is available in the range ranging from ₹ 5,000 to ₹ 50,000, which depends on embroidery and fabric. Handwork dupattas are the most expensive for royal look.
