Sharara steals festive spotlight


By R. SEKARAN, N. TRISHAMy

All the rage: Jay Priya showing a variety of sharara sold at her shop in Little India, Penang before Deepavali. — LIM BENG TATT/The Star

GEORGE TOWN: Saree shops here are caught up with the sharara, a Mughal-inspired outfit which has become a festive favourite mainly among young women.

Once reserved for weddings and special occasions, the sharara is a three-piece ensemble featuring a tunic top (short or long), wide flared pants and a matching dupatta (shawl).

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