Assamese Pat Mekhela Sador

The Pat Mekhela Sador is a traditional Assamese garment made from Pat silk, a type of silk fabric produced in Assam, India.  Pat silk is a type of silk fabric known for its softness, durability, and lustrous texture.The Sador Mekhela contains three parts-Mekhela ,Sador and blouse.

Mekhela: The mekhela is the bottom portion of the garment, draped from the waist downwards.

Sador: The sador is the top portion, draped around the chest and back.

The blouse worn with a Pat Mekhela Sador is integral to the traditional Assamese attire. The blouse is typically made of the same Pat silk fabric as the Mekhela Sador.

Design: This pair of Pat Mekhela Sador features a traditional Assamese design,that is floral motif.

Colors: The garment has black color with mixure of  red thread and golden guna .

Occasions: The Pat Mekhela Sador is worn on special occasions like weddings, festivals, and cultural events.

Symbolism: The garment is a symbol of Assamese culture and tradition, and is often worn with pride by women from Assam.

Dimensions:

– Mekhela:
– Length: 2.5-3 meters (8.2-9.8 feet)
– Width: 1.2-1.5 meters (3.9-4.9 feet)
– Sador:
– Length: 2-2.5 meters (6.6-8.2 feet)
– Width: 0.8-1.2 meters (2.6-3.9 feet)