Photographer inspired by Hindu couture…

Saree or sari is a long unsewn cloth with patterns, usually draped over the body. If rice is the staple food to some countries, then the saree is like the staple dress to most Indian women.

The draping style of the sari differs in some areas around India, but the most common way is simply by wrapping the fabric around the waist on one end and let the other settle on the shoulder. A saree's blouse is particularly backless with a halter style string drape.

Indian fashion never ceases to surprise tourists and fashionistas alike, creativity is present in each type of dresses Indian women wear as mentioned above and as seen on the sample pictures attached. Every detail, pattern, and color used to make an attractive Indian dress is given importance. So, the next time you visit India, make sure to ask for the right dress when you want to wear one!

In Hinduism, wearing ornaments is considered as a sign of good luck and prosperity. Married women, especially, should not remove their ornaments at any cost. Ornaments made of precious metals like gold and silver are considered as a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi.

Whereas, in West it is called Henna Designs. ... In Hindu festivals, many women have Henna applied to their hands and feet and sometimes on the back of their shoulders too, as men have it applied on their arms, legs, back, and chest.

Photos by: George Muriel

Model: Anny Quintao

Mua: Adrianna Espinoza

Hair: Jhosselyn Morales

Henna Art: Aid Vasquez

Location: Cochabamba - Bolivia