![]() Sulma is worn by married women and is a sign that the women have tied the nuptial knot. It is loosely fitted and has wide sleeves that can be rolled up during the summer. Sulma is often paired with tilin, a blouse made of either cotton, nylon or silk. Sulma is stitched in such a way that it accentuates into an elegant ball gown. Females use bright-coloured sash or skeyraks to tie around the waist. Unlike the male goncha, sulma is brightly coloured and is made of wool, brocade, velvet or silk. Sulma is the flowing robe worn by females. Goncha is tied around the waist using a skeyraks or belt made of thick fabric. While the young prefer goncha made of lighter material, elders still wear goncha made of wool to protect themselves from the cold. However, the goncha used during weddings is brightly coloured and is made of brocade, silk or velvet imported from Nepal and Bhutan. Goncha is worn by males, the everyday wear is usually in black, grey, burgundy, or earthen colour. Goncha or Kos (commonly used word in Ladakh) is a voluminous robe resembling a coat made of wool, velvet, cotton, polyester, or a combination of these. ![]()
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