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Bridging two cultures and outfit of the day


      The last couple of days had been really warm here, almost felt like mid-July. Not that I don't like warm days in New England when we always complain about the long winter. Yesterday the temperature dropped to a little chili. Feeling of the Fall is always wonderful. I felt like as if I am in India, Assam my home state. Felt like waking up in the morning walking on the lawn barefoot, foggy and hued and with all the festive buzz around. Now I am in New England, missing Indian festivities, so thought of posting a custom made Mekhela Chadar grey and orange, which I got from Assam when I visited last time from Xipini By Kanishka Gogoi Mahanta. A very contemporary appeal with a traditional touch. I accessorized it with antique finish gold jewelry. The outfit is ideal for both day and night. Also, the melange of the two colors, the brightness of orange and mildness of grey portraits the balance of fall between summer and winter.


      As you all know, how I make so many trips in my mind, back and forth from Connecticut to Assam, my thought of making a bridge between Fall and Dussehra connecting the two cultures. Today is Dussehra a major Indian festival. I love the significance of this festival, win of good over evil, associated with the great Indian epic Ramayana, where prince Ram's homecoming with the glory of winning good over evil celebrated. Let the good be the winner in our lives and love over hate today and every day. Happy Dussehra and happy fall folks!


P. S. Mekhela Chadar is an Assamese ethnic outfit. It can be easily disguised as a saree. Saree is one piece of attire, and mekhela chadar is two-piece, a skirt(mekhela) and scarf(chadar).


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  1. Omo Iya Eleja TutuSeptember 30, 2017 at 12:00 PM

    Great article too informative please keep up

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  2. GeethaSeptember 30, 2017 at 9:41 PM

    You look absolutely gorgeous! Happy Dasera to you too.

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  3. UnknownSeptember 30, 2017 at 9:58 PM

    Wow i like you dresses so nice pics:) with Love Jasmin https://lollipopkosmetik.wordpress.com/2017/09/19/die-haut-3/

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  4. IthfifiOctober 1, 2017 at 10:10 AM

    Very beautiful, I love your outfit. It looks so elegant and pretty. Your weather also sounds lovely, we're already into rain and gloom in England. Happy Dussehra to you!

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  5. KKC KarthikOctober 1, 2017 at 1:38 PM

    Beautiful madam

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  6. Hunter S. JonesOctober 1, 2017 at 6:24 PM

    Your are stunning & the outfit is gorgeous!

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  7. UnknownOctober 1, 2017 at 11:42 PM

    Your outfit is gorgeous. It really suits day and night. Looks great on you

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  8. UnknownOctober 2, 2017 at 10:57 AM

    Love the idea of bridging two cultures together to create a new look. You look stunning!

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  9. Adepoju GraceOctober 2, 2017 at 3:11 PM

    Gorgeous.Its a brilliant idea to merge two Cultures together.

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  10. Home PlaceOctober 2, 2017 at 7:11 PM

    I love the melding of cultures and your post has some great information! Your outfit and your style is stunning!

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  11. AnonymousOctober 2, 2017 at 11:21 PM

    Beautiful outfit! I love the colors and the intricacy of the fabric!

    Nicole V

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  12. Anne Dela CruzOctober 3, 2017 at 1:24 AM

    Wow!! What a beautiful outfit. It's a great idea of bridging two cultures together.

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  13. Carol MitchaoOctober 3, 2017 at 7:44 AM

    Such a beautiful and informative post, thank you so much for sharing!

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  14. AnonymousOctober 3, 2017 at 1:24 PM

    The colours of this outfit are stunning. They look great on your skin tone.

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  15. AlexanderOctober 3, 2017 at 2:38 PM

    Beautiful. I am a man and I approve. :)

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  16. UnknownOctober 3, 2017 at 7:14 PM

    I love your Mekhela Chadar. Those colors just look vibrant on you.

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  17. JessieOctober 3, 2017 at 7:26 PM

    Love those colors!

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  18. Deb B.October 4, 2017 at 1:47 AM

    The colors are striking and I love how it looks on you. Perfect for the transition from Fall into Winter. Gorgeous.

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  19. AnonymousOctober 4, 2017 at 2:29 AM

    Wow, I haven't heard about such material. So cool.

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  20. TanyaOctober 4, 2017 at 2:54 AM

    I enjoy stories about bridging cultures, and you have a way of showing it so elegantly in your clothes. I love the color combination.

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  21. UnknownOctober 4, 2017 at 8:29 AM

    Wait, you mean this is not a saree but disguised as one? I'm a little confused, didn't know there's a difference! Thanks for this little lesson about the difference~

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  22. UnknownOctober 4, 2017 at 2:47 PM

    Always a great idea to bring two cultures together :)
    I love your outfit ! Really beautiful and bright colors, it is so elegant!

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  23. UnknownOctober 4, 2017 at 4:26 PM

    Happy Dussehra to you as well. This is a very beautiful outfit you came up with!

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  24. UnknownOctober 4, 2017 at 4:34 PM

    I'm really into the bold colours and patterns on your clothes, so so pretty !!

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  25. MrsTeeOctober 4, 2017 at 7:53 PM

    Such a beautiful outfit. I love the brightness of the colors and unique subtle beauty of the print!

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  26. UnknownOctober 4, 2017 at 9:50 PM

    I love your outfit! I’m loving all of the bright colors.

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  27. UnknownOctober 4, 2017 at 9:52 PM

    Thanks for differentiating the different clothing items and how to wear/what they mean. I love the colors, fabrics, and patterns.

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  28. Elizabeth OOctober 5, 2017 at 1:40 AM

    Loving your outfit. Briding two different cultures are so greatful. The fabrics, patterns and how it style is so stunning.

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  29. CeciliaOctober 5, 2017 at 5:50 PM

    What a gorgeous outfit! It's so perfect for fall.

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  30. UnknownOctober 5, 2017 at 5:51 PM

    That is an absolutely beautiful outfit! The bold colours, the fabrics, the metallic touches! They are all so rich and luxurious and highlight you so well.

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  31. NooneOctober 6, 2017 at 6:01 AM

    I find it's a great idea to bring two cultures together. Also, love the color of your sari, really beautiful and bright colors, it is so elegant!:)

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  32. UnknownOctober 10, 2017 at 3:08 PM

    Wow, your outfit is so beautiful! I love all the gold in it and the red really pops!

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  33. Alissa Ackerman | Story Behind The ClothOctober 17, 2017 at 7:25 PM

    I loved getting to read this! I'm really excited to have found your blog...
    I really enjoy hearing about cultures different than my own, and am passionate about fashion as a form of expression and non-verbal communication.
    I really love how you tied in metaphorical aspects to your outfit, using color to symbolize the transition between Summer and Winter. Beautiful!

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  34. UnknownOctober 19, 2017 at 1:57 PM

    It's a beautiful outfit. I love bright colors! It's always great to meet inspiration and make the most of your cultural heritage!

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  35. KristynOctober 19, 2017 at 4:38 PM

    The colors work perfect on you and the outfit. Glad to see that you proudly wear and share you culture heritage. You look stunning.

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  36. UnknownOctober 23, 2017 at 9:08 PM

    I always love seeing these styles... especially how it's accesrrorized. That's the best part.

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  37. Kadambari KaarthicFebruary 16, 2018 at 2:34 PM

    Lovely saree.. your thought of making a bridge between Fall and Dussehra connecting the two cultures..Great !

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    You are writing some Amazing tips. This article really helped me a lot. Thanks for sharing this blog.
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  39. anishApril 15, 2019 at 6:42 AM

    Traditional wear was always best and its look too pretty for you. The way of blog wrting was also too nice. Interior Designing Colleges In Chennai .

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    Its looking like Indian culture dress. thanks for sharing this amazing blog with us. as we also provide Mens Dashiki at affordable prices. for more info visit our website.

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