Navroz Mubarak: What makes the embroidered Parsi gara unique?
Updated On: 16 August, 2022 04:14 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
Delhi-based designer Ashdeen Lilaowala talks about the Parsi gara (sari), which is worn by women in the community during celebrations. With motifs that are distinct from those seen on other Indian saris, this tradition of embroidery has been evolving in recent times
Ashdeen Lilaowala`s creations focus on the Parsi gara, which is traditionally worn by women in the community during celebrations. Photo: Ashdeen Lilaowala
The Parsis are among the most prominent migrant communities that made Mumbai their home centuries ago. Every year, they celebrate Navroz, commonly known as Parsi New Year, in July or August. This year, it falls on August 16 and calls for a reason to cheer amid the Covid-19 pandemic, which has been dampening spirits in the city — and the world — for the last year and a half.
While Parsi delicacies like salli boti, patra ni machhi and lagan nu custard are popular, there are many aspects of the Parsi lifestyle, which may be unknown to people outside of it. Just like every Indian community has its distinct attire, women in the Parsi community have the gara sari, which is worn during celebrations. This Parsi New Year is an opportunity to get to know this important part of the community’s wardrobe.
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