Latkan blouse design

About latkan blouse design

Latkans are tassels or hanging drops attached to a blouse, most often at the ends of a back dori, along a deep back neck or at the sleeve hem. They can be made of silk thread, beads, pearls, mirror pieces or small ghungroo bells. Latkans add movement and colour to a plain back, so they are popular for weddings, haldi, sangeet and Navratri. They suit any age and body type, since they decorate the blouse without changing its cut or fit.

Tips for latkan blouse design

• Match the latkan colour to the saree border or pallu, or pick a contrast such as pink on green for a festive look.
• Keep heavy latkans at the dori ends. A row of heavy latkans along the neck edge can pull the neckline down.
• Ask for latkans fixed with a small hook or loop, so you can take them off before a wash or dry clean.
• Ghungroo latkans make a soft jingle as you walk. That suits Navratri and sangeet, but it can feel noisy at a puja or the office.

Questions people ask

Where can I add latkans on a blouse?

The most common places are the ends of the back dori, the bottom of a deep back neck, the sleeve hem and the sides of a keyhole.

Can I make latkans at home?

Yes. Silk thread tassels are easy: wrap thread around a card, tie it at the top and cut the bottom. Add beads or pearls on top if you like.

Do latkans suit a simple cotton blouse?

Yes. One small pair of thread or bead latkans on a dori makes a cotton blouse look festive without heavy embroidery.