Mekhela Chador – Traditional Assamese Silk Two-Piece

Mekhela Chador – The Soul of Assamese Dress The Mekhela Chador is more than a garment — it is the living identity of Assam. This exquisite two-piece traditional dress, worn by Assamese women for centuries, consists of the Mekhela (a cylindrical lower wrap) and the Chador (a gracefully draped upper cloth), together creating a silhouette of effortless elegance that is unlike anything else in Indian textile tradition. Handwoven by master weavers on traditional looms in Assam, each Mekhela Chador from Dakshin Vastram is a celebration of the region’s extraordinary weaving heritage — now available to the Assamese diaspora and Indian fashion lovers across the UK, from London and Birmingham to Leicester, Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Leeds, Bradford, Luton and Coventry. What Makes the Mekhela Chador Special Unique Two-Piece Silhouette: The Mekhela Chador’s distinctive drape is instantly recognisable — graceful, structured, and deeply rooted in Assamese culture. Handwoven Silk Craftsmanship: Each piece is woven by hand on traditional looms, with motifs drawn from Assam’s rich natural and cultural heritage. Versatile Occasion Wear: Perfect for Bihu celebrations, weddings, pujas, cultural events, and formal occasions. Rich Textile Heritage: Assam’s weaving tradition is one of India’s oldest — every Mekhela Chador carries that legacy in its threads. Authentic Assamese Identity: For the Assamese diaspora in the UK, wearing a Mekhela Chador is a powerful connection to home, culture, and community. Product Specifications Garment: Two-piece Mekhela Chador (Mekhela + Chador) Fabric: Handwoven Assam Silk Occasion: Bihu, Weddings, Pujas, Cultural Events, Formal Occasions Care: Dry clean only; store in soft muslin cloth away from direct light Every Dakshin Vastram Mekhela Chador is carefully inspected, beautifully packaged, and shipped with full tracking to London, Birmingham, Leicester, Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Leeds, Bradford, Luton, Coventry, Nottingham, Bristol, Cardiff and all across the United Kingdom.