The Saree Paradox: bodily exposure, modesty, and cultural legibility in South Asian dress

The saree is frequently celebrated as India’s most recognizable symbol of tradition and feminine respectability. Yet, it presents an important cultural paradox. Depending on the drape and blouse de...

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Aanchal Trehan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6047-7554)
Pankaj Kumar Singh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8648-0142)

Publication Details

Journal: TEXTILE
Published: 2026-07-24
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/14759756.2026.2700601
Primary Topic: Anthropological Studies and Insights
Type: article
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The Saree Paradox: bodily exposure, modesty, and cultural legibility in South Asian dress

Aanchal Trehan, Pankaj Kumar Singh

Jul 24, 2026

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The Saree Paradox: bodily exposure, modesty, and cultural legibility in South Asian dress

Aanchal Trehan, Pankaj Kumar Singh

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