RAJASTHANI WEDDING SAFA

Safa tying is originally a tradition of Rajasthan, a state which is rich in culture, tradition and a very colorful state. Rajasthan has a history of royal dynasties. That royal touch is still evident in its present way of celebration. Safa is an important part of rituals and celebration. In Rajasthan state alone, every region has its own style of safa tying. The cloth material, color, style changes as we moved away from one place to another. Different occasions have different style of safa tying. The activity of safa tying is so popular that very often safa tying competitions are held. There are experts who can tie an n eight meter long safa within minutes. Many records are in the name of safa experts. People of Rajasthan gift safas as a symbol of respect, love and as a gesture of goodwill to their guests.

Safa is the most popular accessories of men in Rajasthan. Wearing safa is related to pride and honor of a person. There are different varieties of Rajasthani safa like Jaipuri safa and jodhpuri safa. Jodhpuri safa re the most commonly used safa during wedding ceremony. Jodhpuri safa is around 27 feet long and 41 inch broad. In wedding ceremony a pink and red safa is generally used and is made of fabrics like chunari which is a very colorful piece of fabric. Rajasthani safa are also available in cotton, zari, ghat chola, bandhej, georgette materials. In earlier time variety of patterns, style and choice of fabric was limited. To give it a look of wedding, safa are ornated with gems, colored stones or jewelry. Wedding in Rajasthan is incomplete without safa. Rajasthani safa has spread its beauty to other parts also. The color of Rajasthani Pagari has some specific meaning like bright colored safa denotes festivities and safa is worn by keeping the occasion in mind.