The traditional dress worn by Kodava men is called a Kupya and a jacket called a Kachche. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to wear a traditional Kodava man's dress:
The Kupya is a turban-like headwrap made of a long piece of cloth, typically made of cotton or silk. It is available in a variety of colors and patterns.
The Kachche is a long, waist-length jacket that is usually made of silk or cotton and is embroidered with traditional Kodava motifs.
To wear the traditional Kodava dress, start by wrapping the Kupya around your head, making sure that the two ends of the cloth meet at the front.
Then, tie the two ends of the cloth at the front of the head, in a knot.
Next, take the end of the cloth that is on your right side and bring it over the top of your head, so that it falls over your left shoulder.
Repeat this step with the end of the cloth that is on your left side, so that it falls over your right shoulder.
Take the end of the cloth that is over your left shoulder and bring it back over the top of your head, so that it falls over your right shoulder.
Repeat this step with the end of the cloth that is over your right shoulder, so that it falls over your left shoulder.
Finally, take the end of the cloth that is over your left shoulder and bring it over the top of your head, tucking it under the cloth that is already wrapped around your head.
Repeat this step with the end of the cloth that is over your right shoulder, so that both ends are tucked under the cloth that is already wrapped around your head.
Put on the Kachche jacket and button it up, making sure that it fits snugly but comfortably around the waist.
The traditional Kodava man's dress is typically completed with a pair of traditional Kodava pants called Moche, and a pair of leather or cloth shoes called Kera.
This is a comprehensive guide on how to wear a traditional Kodava man's dress. The exact way of wrapping the Kupya may vary slightly depending on personal preference and the specific style, but the basic steps remain the same. The Kupya and Kachche are important parts of the Kodava culture and are worn by men for special occasions and celebrations, as well as for everyday wear.
