January 24, 2009-Jaisalmir, Rajasthan, India- Rajasthani women are known for their simplicity, beauty and valor all over the world. They have been renowned for their grace and beauty. The women of Rajasthan show a distinct preference for bright costumes. From the simple village women or tribal to queens, the preferred colors are bright red, dazzling yellow, lively green or brilliant orange, highlighted by a lavish use of sparkling gold and silver zari or gota. Tribal and nomadic women are known for their love for silver jewellery. The ornaments follow age; old designs typical of a particular tribe. In daily use the ladies wear normal ornaments of neck, hand, nose and ear but on special occasions and social functions women wear all the ornaments of different parts of the body to look beautiful and attractive.
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