Chaubandi Cholo is a type of traditional Nepali women's clothing. It is often cotton in a red or white geometric print, but can differ between regional cultures.
Traditionally, parents and maternal uncles give a set of traditional clothes (
sari
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or Guniu-Cholo) to girls before they reach the age of 8 years. These are usually given on special occasions, like
pujas
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Dashain
Dashain or Bada'dashain, also known as Vijaya Dashami in Sanskrit, is a Hindu religious festival in Nepal, Sikkim, West Bengal, Assam, South India, and Sri Lanka. It is also celebrated by other religions in Nepal and elsewhere, including the Lho ...
, or another auspicious day. The girl is given a set of tradition clothes that include Guniu-Choli, fariya and patuka, along with accessories like lachi and sir-bandi. The other members of the family put tika on their forehead and bless them with gifts and cash. The blouse is typically wrapped and can have an open or closed neck. It is often worn with a ''sārī''-like wrapped skirt.
Wearing the chaubandi cholo as traditional wear has been encouraged by certain nationalist groups in Nepal and West Bengal.
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Nepalese clothing
Embroidery
Needlework
Saris
Tops (clothing)
Embroidery in India