Description

Beautifully ornamented, our blue Rajasthani choli top catches the light like few other dance tops can! This stunning traditional top has a tummy drape that can be worn down for a classic look or tucked up for more contemporary attitude!

Another great thing about this mirrored & sequined choli top: it can easily be worn with a bra!

2 sizes: Large and XXL

Choli Top Origins

Belly dance choli tops have lineage can be traced back to the tribal communities of northern India. The Thar Desert in Rajasthan there is a long history of colorful and ornate textiles made by skilled artisans. This region has had a particularly strong influence on much of the costuming adored by dancers around the world today.

The traditional choli (also called Kanchli or Kunchuki) is mirrored, with intricate details and rich colors on the front and plain fabrics on the back, as this part would be covered by a long drape, called a Sari or Odhani. The Sari would be tucked into a skirt at the front and draped over the head. This not only allowed a level of modesty for the wearer, but provided some protection from the sun and comfort from the heat as it would catch breezes nicely.

More About Our Blue Rajasthani Choli Top

Colorful cotton front ornamented with with shisha mirrors, sequin-styled pailletes, gold cord and beads. Black cotton back with ties neck and ribs, plus a black cotton panel with hook and eye closures hides bra back (this can panel can be tucked off to the side or permanently removed, if you prefer an open back look)

Size

2 sizes: Large and XXL:
Large fits busts approximately 36″- 42″
XXL fits busts approximately 44″- 54″

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