ghaghra

The ghaghra is a traditional garment worn by women in South Asia, particularly in India and Pakistan. It is a long, pleated skirt that forms a key part of Muslim women's dress, often worn with a blouse called a coli. This style of dress was influenced by the luxurious fabrics available during the Mughal dynasty and became a graceful alternative to earlier styles. While the ghaghra remains a basic element, it is often worn with a sari as an overgarment. The dhoti, a wrapped cloth worn by men, and the sari, worn by women, have ancient origins in the region, dating back to at least the 2nd century BCE.1