Let's take a trip to.. India!

  Have you ever thought what it would be like to live in a foreign country? Or even visit a country such as India? I sure have! Learning about many cultures is very educational and interesting. India is often known for it's dedication and honor of it's culture and traditions. Many aspects about India are fascinatingly beautiful such as; the women, wardrobe, religions, scenery, and so on. There is so much to learn from!

Tradtional jewelry & makeup

  Indian women are often seen as beautiful in her country by her clothes and accessories (jewelry and makeup). Not her weight, tanned skin, or perfect curves, like in North America. To me, that's awesome, it's something different than what we are used to. Religions, culture and traditions are often the biggest influence on a typical Indian women's outfit. Accessories are a huge deal. Unique pieces of jewelry, dramatic makeup and often times henna tattoo designs complete the stereotypical Indian women's look.

Selena Gomez, wearing Bindi

  A Bindi, or otherwise known as a "paki dot" (we've all used or heard this saying without really knowing it's meaning) is a small decorative circle warn in between women's eyebrows (often red) and has many symbolism's. The stereotype is that, Indian women wear these. This is because Bindi's are a symbol in the Hindu religion and many Indian's are Hindu (although there are many other nationalities who are Hindu!). Today, we find many american's wearing their own types of "Bindi's". Although they are most likely not wearing them because of religion but for fashion, the idea had to come from somewhere (India)! I'm not sure if i agree with this or not, it is a great look but it is most likely only warn for the "look".

  I personally love their attire, it is modest and catches your eye, the many colors and unique designs are unlike anything we are used to seeing around the city. It seems to be a way of expression. To me, these women that are true to their cultures and traditions are beautiful. They're inspiring in the sense that they haven't been warped into the newer society.



Sources
- http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/article_large/hash/03/0c/030ceadb1b2ec989785b43150aa3d946.jpg?itok=7Y-IsInQ
- http://hinduonline.co/HinduCulture/images/silk-saree.jpg
- http://www.mapsofindia.com/culture/india-culture.html

- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bindi_(decoration)