The Culture of Pattu half sarees

The cultural significance of the Pattu half sarees

 

In many states in India, when a woman reaches puberty, the women of the community come together to celebrate her maturity. During such celebrations, the maternal grandparents of the girl gift her a Pattu half sarees in order to celebrate the occasion. This garment marks her transition into womanhood, as pre-pubescent girls often wear a much simpler skirt and top.

During the ceremony that celebrates her puberty, the girl must wear her new Pattu half sarees during the first half and then changes into a regular sarees during the second half. This portion of the ritual symbolises the woman she will be someday.

As this garment has its roots in rituals and cultures, there are certain colours that people avoid wearing as they consider them to be inauspicious. Young women are generally not supposed to wear a black garment as it is considered to be the colour of Saturn, which brings bad luck. Colours like white are also generally avoided, however in certain cultures, a white and red sarees is appropriate during prayers or festive events.

Traditional pattu half sarees seem even more lovely when the wearer accessorises them from head to toe with complete jewellery. This traditional South Indian sari looks stunning with temple jewellery. Oddiyanam enhances the elegance of the pattu half sari. Those who haven't worn a choker neckpiece with a pattu half sari should do it at least once because it looks stunning.

If you are the ideal South Indian bride, you have undoubtedly picked a pattu half saree (Langa Voni) as your gown! There is something wonderful about a pattu lehenga that makes you stand out in the most appealing way. The originality of a silk saree is stunning, and the lehenga is traditional and lovely! If you are a bride-to-be looking for something unique, you may absolutely go for a pattu half saree. Despite the abundance of pattu half-sarees available elsewhere online, Kanakadara provides an unparalleled variety of prints and patterns. Each saree has a distinctive pattern and border design that will stay with the wearer for a long time.

Despite the abundance of pattu half-sarees available elsewhere online, Kanakadara provides an unparalleled variety of prints and patterns. Each saree has a distinctive pattern and border design that will stay with the wearer for a long time.

Let's take a look inside every half saree (pattu) available on Kanakadara.