Garment & Textile · Men's Garment

Kurta

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Loose collarless/mandarin-collar tunic, knee-length.

Origin

North India

Era

Mughal

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Industrialist View

Ethnic staple for men. Cotton, linen, raw silk. Pintuck, embroidered yoke for festive.

Tailor & Garment-Worker View

Front-back body + 2 sleeves + placket. Side slits 10-12". Mandarin (stand) or round neck with button placket.

Construction & Use

Pathani kurta longer; kurta-pyjama is common set.

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