Flowers in Bharatanatyam & Kuchipudi, particularly in the form of hair accessories are integral to enhancing the beauty and cultural depth of the dance. These floral adornments, often made with jasmine, emphasize the dancer’s movements and contribute to the overall visual appeal of the performance.
The use of flowers in Bharatanatyam reflects their significance in Indian culture and religious traditions, symbolizing purity, auspiciousness, and divine beauty. Jasmine flowers, firecracker flowers (Kanakambaram), and Kadhambam are mostly used. Nowadays artificial flowers have taken over their place.
Zaras offers artificial flowers made of cloth, paper, and plastic. Cloth flowers are soft, washable, and durable, while paper jasmine flowers closely resemble real blooms. Plastic flowers are highly durable with sharp, defined features. For Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi performances, orange and white flowers are commonly used, though cloth flowers are also available in various colours such as red, green, magenta, violet, etc.
Explore Zara's extensive flower collection and select the one that best complements your hair and dance.
