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What is traditional Marwari or Rajasthani men's ethnic wear? What products should boutiques in these markets carry?

Rajasthani and Marwari men's traditional wear has distinctive characteristics that differ significantly from North Indian mainstream and South Indian ethnic wear:

Key traditional garments:

  • Angrakha: The wrap-style kurta with asymmetric overlay — traditional Rajasthani men's upper garment
  • Dhoti: White cotton dhoti, often with coloured border, for ceremonies and formal religious occasions
  • Pagdi/Safa (turban): Rajasthani turbans are distinctively shaped and tied — different from Punjabi turbans. Available in many festive colours.
  • Juti / Mojri: Traditional Rajasthani leather footwear with upturned toe
  • Bandhani prints: Bandhani-printed kurtas and odhnis are part of traditional Rajasthani dress

For boutiques in Rajasthan/Marwari community markets: Stock turbans/safas (especially for wedding season), traditional Angrakha kurtas, and Mojri alongside standard kurta-pyjama sets. Navratri kediyu is not traditional Marwari (it is Gujarati) — do not conflate.

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