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THE SARI METAMORPHOSIS Post modernism in Indian fashion

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Post modernismin fashion

• Globalization • Information technology• Advancement in technology

Don’t believe in structures

Everyone’s thought process is correct

Culture

Society

Gender

Real/ Unreal

Beautiful/Hideous

Reason

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DECONSTRUCTION OF SARI

Fig1: Pussycat dolls at Fifth Annual Fashion Rocks concert

Post Modern Sari Traditional Sari

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MOTIFS ARE MAN-MADE THINGS

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CULTURAL APPRECIATION/APPROPRIATION

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GENDER BOUNDARIES DIMINISHING

Why the saree? Why not something like the dhoti that also embraces our culture? 

I wear the dhoti very often, but the saree is more exciting because it’s one garment that pulls you together unlike the dhoti, which has to be paired with a kurta. The saree is more of a wholesome garment; it’s one piece of fabric that engulfs you. I love the feeling of being wrapped in it; it feels really grand, and at the same time very rooted and humble.

Himanshu verma an art curator and founder of Red Earth

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CULTURAL IMPORTANCE OF SARI DIMINISHED

Traditional two piece dress choli and paawada

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SYMBOLISM IS CHALLENGED

• Indicator of Hinduism • White color considered a taboo• Blouse was to conceal body

Pamela Anderson at the Indian reality television show "Big Boss" 

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CONCLUSION

Post modernism has brought chaos in choices.

Sari basic structure challenged. Cultural Importance of sari is diminished. Craft revival can be seen. Textile wastage is increasing. Garment cost is reduced.

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REFERENCES

https://www.notjustalabel.com/editorial/postmodernism-and-fashion

http://littleblackbookdelhi.com/28969/meet-delhiwaala-man-daree-saree

www.youtube.com/watch?v=DO_gaxFIRXw