Somewhere around the month of October- November, when there a certain frenzy in all the markets and women are seen swarming the major malls to buy Indian wear, you know its KARWACHAUTH TIME. Karwa Chauth, one of the major Hindu festivals, is a fasting ritual observed by all married Hindu women who seek the longevity, prosperity and well-being of their husbands. Its a very popular festival all over the country but is majorly observed by women in Northern India, especially in the states of Punjab, Rajasthan, Haryana, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh.
During the Karwa Chauth festival, married Hindu women dedicate the day to their husbands. They would go hungry all day without sipping even a drink of water. It is said that women who observes this festival are SAUBHGYAVATI (Joyous and happy state of wifehood). of the Such is the popularity of the festival that even unmarried girls who wish for the groom of their choice observe the rituals.
HISTORY OFTHE FESTIVALS
It is said that the festival finds its origins in the Mughal era when soldiers used to go fight invaders and the wives would fast in a bid to appease the lord and pray for their husband's safety and long life.
THE RITUALS OF THE FESTIVAL
During this particular day various items such as karwa( an earthen pot that has spout are actually collected and worshiped) is offered to the Goddess Parvati and Lord Siva. Usually the festival does not end until the moon is fully seen at night. During this festival an elderly woman is supposed to narrate a Karwa Chauth story before this fast is over. It also a difficult fast which begins just before sunrise and ends after worshiping the moon and doing prayers at night. No water or food can be consumed once the sun rises. The fast is only broken after seeing the moon and after all rituals of that particular day have been performed. When the moon has appeared, women break the fast after they have offered water to the moon.
MEHNDI
Its the season when your average Mehndi wala would in all probability charge 4 times the actual rate of decorating your hands with henna. Women flock the mehndi walas at the oddest hours as a part of the ritual and also to deck up for the big 'K' day.
SARGI
If you've seen Khushi Kabhi Kabhi Gham and lots of other Bollywood movies where Karvachauth is glorified by our Bollywood actresses, you would know what SARGI means. Sargi is a meal prepared by the mother-in-law for her daughter-in-law, to be consumed before the dawn of Karwa Chauth. This meal includes sweets and other delicious eatables. The mother-in-law blesses her to remain happy always and gifts her with traditional jewelry and sarees.
BAYA
On Karwa Chauth, the mother-in-law receives gifts from her daughter-in-law’s mother, which is known as Baya. This consists of salted mathris, dry fruits, sarees and utensils.
KARWA CHAUTH FASHION
Now this is one the foundations of the festival, the zealous dressing up. Married Women would either be seen in their bridal attire of equivalently heavy and embellished Indian wear that is normally fresh off the racks. They won't mind getting ready with full make up and hairstyling done by a specialist either. After all, it is their day!
The contemporary Indian women However doesn't necessarily want to wear very heavy sarees and suits all day long and yet wants to look special and pretty. For her special tastes, we have some special options that you can shop only at PEACHMODE.
Here are some of the most popular Karwachauth attires that you can pick-
1. Baby Pink Gown/ Long Anarkali
Bewitching Red and Black heavy anarkali
Stylish Asymmetrical Kurta with Dhoti pants
The festival is a time to celebrate the special bond between husband and wife. Make it even more special and indulge your sartorial senses with the best Indian attire only here at PEACHMODE. Have a wonderful and loving KARWACHAUTH pretty ladies!
Somewhere around the month of October- November, when there a certain frenzy in all the markets and women are seen swarming the major malls to buy Indian wear, you know its KARWACHAUTH TIME. Karwa Chauth, one of the major Hindu festivals, is a fasting ritual observed by all married Hindu women who seek the longevity, prosperity and well-being of their husbands. Its a very popular festival all over the country but is majorly observed by women in Northern India, especially in the states of Punjab, Rajasthan, Haryana, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh.
During the Karwa Chauth festival, married Hindu women dedicate the day to their husbands. They would go hungry all day without sipping even a drink of water. It is said that women who observes this festival are SAUBHGYAVATI (Joyous and happy state of wifehood). of the Such is the popularity of the festival that even unmarried girls who wish for the groom of their choice observe the rituals.
HISTORY OFTHE FESTIVALS
It is said that the festival finds its origins in the Mughal era when soldiers used to go fight invaders and the wives would fast in a bid to appease the lord and pray for their husband's safety and long life.
THE RITUALS OF THE FESTIVAL
During this particular day various items such as karwa( an earthen pot that has spout are actually collected and worshiped) is offered to the Goddess Parvati and Lord Siva. Usually the festival does not end until the moon is fully seen at night. During this festival an elderly woman is supposed to narrate a Karwa Chauth story before this fast is over. It also a difficult fast which begins just before sunrise and ends after worshiping the moon and doing prayers at night. No water or food can be consumed once the sun rises. The fast is only broken after seeing the moon and after all rituals of that particular day have been performed. When the moon has appeared, women break the fast after they have offered water to the moon.
MEHNDI
Its the season when your average Mehndi wala would in all probability charge 4 times the actual rate of decorating your hands with henna. Women flock the mehndi walas at the oddest hours as a part of the ritual and also to deck up for the big 'K' day.
SARGI
If you've seen Khushi Kabhi Kabhi Gham and lots of other Bollywood movies where Karvachauth is glorified by our Bollywood actresses, you would know what SARGI means. Sargi is a meal prepared by the mother-in-law for her daughter-in-law, to be consumed before the dawn of Karwa Chauth. This meal includes sweets and other delicious eatables. The mother-in-law blesses her to remain happy always and gifts her with traditional jewelry and sarees.
BAYA
On Karwa Chauth, the mother-in-law receives gifts from her daughter-in-law’s mother, which is known as Baya. This consists of salted mathris, dry fruits, sarees and utensils.
KARWA CHAUTH FASHION
Now this is one the foundations of the festival, the zealous dressing up. Married Women would either be seen in their bridal attire of equivalently heavy and embellished Indian wear that is normally fresh off the racks. They won't mind getting ready with full make up and hairstyling done by a specialist either. After all, it is their day!
The contemporary Indian women However doesn't necessarily want to wear very heavy sarees and suits all day long and yet wants to look special and pretty. For her special tastes, we have some special options that you can shop only at PEACHMODE.
Here are some of the most popular Karwachauth attires that you can pick-
1. Baby Pink Gown/ Long Anarkali
Bewitching Red and Black heavy anarkali
Stylish Asymmetrical Kurta with Dhoti pants
The festival is a time to celebrate the special bond between husband and wife. Make it even more special and indulge your sartorial senses with the best Indian attire only here at PEACHMODE. Have a wonderful and loving KARWACHAUTH pretty ladies!
