Veshti alias dhotis as we all know the symbol of common man and it is the identity of farmers who went to work in the field on day to day basis.
Veshti took many forms of wearing according to the class of people who embraced it in day to day life. The merchants and traders had a different style. The warriors wore it in a different style and so did the kings of and royal clans.
It originated in India but today they are common across other countries as well.
They still mark their traditional attire for important events like weddings or swearing-in ceremonies to show off its significance which dates back centuries ago when people associated this cloth with royalty
The ancient Indian garments known widely by names such Dhatura (with an “h”) & Dar (Which is none other than Veshti wrapped in a different style) dress have been used among Maldives' elite classes since before British rule began on these shores; we recall reading how leaders there would don them at annual celebrations marking new year beginning till just recently.
India is a country that has been influenced by the west and their traditions. People in this area of South Asia have imbibed much into what we know today about fashion, architecture or culture; even though many still retain traditional clothes for special occasions like weddings especially pure silk dhoti (or other large events) , it cannot be denied that dhoti is irrefutable part of our culture.
When Molly wood super star Mammootty was roped in as brand ambassador for Minister White, it created ripples of impact creating new identity for veshti.
Dhoti has gone through various transformations from a four yard cloth in the hip pants to traditional panchakacham.
It has become an Identity for those who want to celebrate festive days in the office parties. One of the IT corridor software dudes mentioned that dhotis make a perfect fit to swag in style and also gets you hooked on high on the dance floors. Yet you have to be careful with it… he said laughingly.
Now associating Veshti with the word "tradition" has been used in a negative way when referring to Indian culture. It's ridiculous how westernised Indians tend think of traditions as something that must be sacrificed for the sake of progressiveness and freedom, but most people know better than this because they live outside Developing countries where Their own heritage can teach them so much about life!
When we are rooted in our past, it gives meaning to the present and future. People without any sense of tradition will never be able create anything new for themselves because they're lost at sea with no bearings on what's coming next; but when you have a strong foundation from which your creativity can grow - then success becomes inevitable! We take this quote by Mahatma Gandhi (“It is good swim amongst traditions but if one sinks themself-suicide") as my guiding light regarding heritage: having roots means being able to enjoy life while still staying aware enough about changing times.