NOVEL~*Hiding behind a Stranger*~THREAD 27~CHAPTER 32 -upd 20 APR - Page 76

Originally posted by: lashy

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Originally posted by: harshu27

wonderful updte lashy sahiba👏so finally d announcement is done and preps fr d wedding is on...so much so dat everything and everyone luks bustling in dis wedding news...😉

Parnagarh itself has become dull, but the haveli is bustling for sure!😃

eagerly waiting fr d nxt updte...😛bt u havent replied to my previous chotu comment😭

I am going in reverse order 😎 I'm very hatke like that!

Originally posted by: -Felicity-

Yeah she's my janam janam ki saathi when it comes to being late in reading!! 😆

Originally posted by: lashy

Why?😕

Salim Shahis

It can be said that the present day khussa' alternately known as mojari' or jutti' has evolved from its predecessor that was worn centuries ago. At first they were simple shoes made of wood, possibly an influence of china. However they were not comfortable or feasible to wear in the cold weather. Later, as leather was easily available, people began making shoes from it. It was initially worn by the common man. Then during the 17th century, it was the Mughal King Jahangir who introduced the embellished version. Such a khussa was made of the best leather embedded with real gems, and embroidered beautifully with threads of real gold and silver. That is how it got its name Saleem Shahi', which was the nickname of Jahangir. It soon became associated with Nawabs, rajas and others. Later on, when synthetic thread was used it became more affordable and was worn by all classes. Some specimen's are on display in the Lahore Museum.

Generally, khussas have always been made by the local cobbler in the villages, and used by both men and women. There is no difference between the right and left foot. Also, there are no exact sizes. On average, a craftsman could prepare five shoes per month. So the landlords would place an order for their entire family and pay the cobbler through barter system in terms of wheat, rice etc at time of harvest, while the villagers would simply pay cash.

How They are Made

The outstanding feature is that they are completely made by the hand, i.e. the cutting, embroidery and stitching. The process of making a khussa includes vegetable tanning, curing of leather, cutting & sewing the insole, outsole, sole and vamp. The upper part and sole are joined together by paste and then stitched by hand using white cotton threads.

Earlier Types of Khussas

Khussas would be typified based on the specific leather that was used in making it or a distinctive design made at a specific place. For instance the ones made from goat skin were known as Saleem Shahi.

Men's Khussas

The distinguishing feature of men's khussas is that they have a sharp extended tip called a nok' curved upwards, the back covers the ankle and usually the upper part is M-shaped, and half the top of foot is bare. These are usually worn on occasions. While the others commonly referred to as juttis which are worn casually, have a flat front and a rounded upper part and lesser part of the foot is uncovered.

Almond sweet (that Chacha jaan mentioned) - Noghl

Noghl (Iranian Persian), or Nuql (Afghan Persian) (Persian), or sugar-coated almonds, is a traditional Iranian and Afghanconfection. It is made by boiling sugar with water and rose water and then coating roasted almonds in the mixture. It can also be made with other nuts such as walnuts or other items. Noghl is often eaten along with tea.

Noghl is often included in Iranian and Afghan weddings, which are based on ancient Persian / Afghan ceremonies. As part of the wedding celebration, an often lavish spread of food is prepared at the home of the bride. Included among the food is an assortment of pastries and sweets, including noghl, which is typically paid for by the groom.^[1] In many places in both Iran and Afghanistan, Noghl (Nuql) is showered on the bride and groom, much like confetti.

Originally posted by: lashy

Salim Shahis

It can be said that the present day khussa' alternately known as mojari' or jutti' has evolved from its predecessor that was worn centuries ago. At first they were simple shoes made of wood, possibly an influence of china. However they were not comfortable or feasible to wear in the cold weather. Later, as leather was easily available, people began making shoes from it. It was initially worn by the common man. Then during the 17th century, it was the Mughal King Jahangir who introduced the embellished version. Such a khussa was made of the best leather embedded with real gems, and embroidered beautifully with threads of real gold and silver. That is how it got its name Saleem Shahi', which was the nickname of Jahangir. It soon became associated with Nawabs, rajas and others. Later on, when synthetic thread was used it became more affordable and was worn by all classes. Some specimen's are on display in the Lahore Museum.

Originally posted by: lashy

You saw somewhere there was a which Baisa would be which Hbas character... and Chellam came up as Bindiya 😆

Originally posted by: lashy

Was this Chellam calling me adorable...

And she believes it!!

Originally posted by: lashy

Wait... what what what/... why is Vaid kaka like me 😲😡

Haldi or Pithi Dastoor

Once the 'Pithi Dastoor' starts, the bride and groom are forbidden to leave their individual homes.

It consists of relatives applying turmeric and sandalwood paste to the bride or groom. The Pithi Dastoor takes place on a large scale at the bride's house. For the occasion, the bride has to wear an orange Rajputi dress. She is made to come under a silken canopy, which is held with the help of swords at the four corners by four ladies.

These ladies eventually belong to the same clan. Then she is brought to the ladies gathering and these ladies then apply the paste to her. The ceremony performed for the bride is quite detailed when compared to the groom's and is an all ladies affair.

Something like this.. but, this is the phera...

Originally posted by: Kalgi22

Yes and I'm done with sarees so I'm going to wear...