Colors
form an integral part of our existence right from the time we are born;
Pink
for a baby girl and Blue for a baby boy,
Colors we choose for painting the
walls of our homes,
Colors in food that are symbolic of appetite,
Colors in the
national flags of countries, each with a unique meaning, and we can go on and
on!
With
so much color in our lives, it is quite obvious that our apparels will also be
a sea of hues, each for a different occasion and with a different meaning. Indian
culture is not complete without the mention of the beautiful wonder called Saree. Saree and colors, an exciting combination
indeed, isn’t it?
So let us try and understand today what different colors symbolize
when it comes to the Indian culture.
RED
An
ode to saree colors will be incomplete without the mention of this exquisite
hue. The lovely Indian bride will vouch for how much she loves this color.
Since time immemorial, red has been associated with
love and considered as an essential part of being a wife in Indian culture.
Graceful and a class apart is the color
red for you.
YELLOW
WHITE
In
the long list of saree colors, white is one hue that depicts serenity and
peace. Often worn as a symbol of fresh beginnings, white-colored sarees find
favor with women in many parts of India. How often have
we seen a Bengali newly wed on the television, or even in cinema, wearing that
lovely white saree with a beautiful red-golden border. White is one color that
has a very calming influence and hence is very popular in India.
BLACK
Gone
are the days when black was associated with the gloomy and dark side of things.
In contemporary times, black is one of the trendiest hues when it comes to
saree colors. A representative of power and elegance, black sarees are just the
perfect choice for evening or night parties and family functions. Team it up
with a golden blouse, and your black saree will make you stand out in a crowd.
PINK
An evergreen epitome of femininity that is pink for you. An Indian woman’s wardrobe will always be incomplete
without a pink saree to boast of. Pink is soothing to the eyes and represents
everything we would associate with being a dainty woman. Major causes such as breast cancer awareness are also associated with
the pink color.
GREEN
Green
represents nature in its purest form. It is considered to be a source of energy
and regeneration. It is synonymous with our environment and denotes the harmony
in which all living creatures should exist. Many environmental initiatives also
use the color green as the underlying theme. A green colored saree in your
closet depicts your proximity to nature and is great for wearing on routine
days, as also on special occasions.
We hope you loved reading this piece on colors and the associated
aspects they stand for. So go ahead and incorporate these lovely hues
into your wardrobe, if you already haven’t !
