Goddess in Every Woman - The Laal Paad Saree Love Story
Goddess in every woman - The laal paad saree love story from pravi photography
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Laal Paad Shada saree (Red border white saree), which is a symbol of
tradition & good luck in Bengalis, and the mark of a married woman &
is typically worn on Dashami.
This is my attempt at capturing the essence and beauty of the Laal paad shada saree. Shot of these in the rural area of Bangalore.
It was shouted first day of Pooja and just added more charisma to shooting in the goddess in every woman.
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The combination of red and white saree is supposed to signify the mother goddess.
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In Bengal, women- young or old are referred to as ‘Maa’.
In the
traditional “athpoure” drape, the red border of the Laal paad saree is
meant to draw your eyes to the Sindoor or eyes of the woman, which are the
iconic representation of the Goddess.
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The combination of red and white is considered very auspicious by Bengali
women. white stands for purity while red symbolizes her strength .This
attire mostly worn by married women’s.
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Durga Pujo (Navratri) for Bengalis is the biggest festival as it is
believed Durga Maa came to Earth to fight Mahishasur.
At the end of the 5
day long festivities, with a heavy heart, we bid adieu to Durga Maa as she
returns to Mount Kailash on Dashami.
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Just before the immersion of the idol are two of the main rituals where
married women wear the Laal paad shada saree for Debi Boron & Shidur
(sindur) Khela.
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Debi Boron is a beautiful ritual where in married women offer sweets
& shidur to Goddess Durga before her journey back to her husband, Lord
Shiva.
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Styling & Muse –
Rinu Cheriyan
Cuts – Hari
Video – Junuroosh
Concept & Photography –
Pravi Photography
I hope you liked this series, it’s very close to my heart. Inputs and feedback is much appreciated.
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