There are many ways to master the art of wearing The Sideswept Dhoti, we’ve listed three for you – Back Bow, Simple Knot and Side Belt.
Below are the step-by-step instructions on how to wear the pants, and if you prefer to skip ahead. Here’s a video on How to Wear The Sideswept Dhoti.
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LET’S START WITH THE BASICS:
Step 1: Fold in the right wrap, followed with the left wrap on top.
Step 2: The right strap goes into the silt on the left.
Step 3: The right wrap goes towards the left.
Step 4: Both straps goes behind you to secure the fit of the pants, adjust accordingly based on size.
Step 5: Put the strap on the right through the back hoop for extra security.
And now you’re ready to take the next steps.
STYLE #1: SIMPLE KNOT
Step 6: Put the left strap through the back hoop as well.
Step 7: Bring both straps back to the front.
Step 8: Make a knot in the front.
Voilà, you now have the Simple Knot.
Insider Tip: For extra security, do another knot or tuck the straps into your pants.
STYLE #2: SIDE BELT
Step 6: Gather both straps on the left side.
Step 7: Make a one hoop knot.
Insider Tip: Use the longer strap for the hoop and the shorter strap to secure the hoop with a knot.
Tada, the Side Belt is now completed.
STYLE #3: BACK BOW
Step 6: Bring the left strap to meet the right strap and tie a knot.
Step 7: Tie a ribbon.
There you go, the Back Bow.
Insider Tips: It takes a little adjusting to make the bow pop out the way it looks here, so fret no, give it a couple of go and we’re sure you will get it.
DON’T FORGET TO ADJUST YOUR POCKET.
We promise we didn’t make pants with an awkward flap outside.
Step 1: Lift it up.
Step 2: Tuck it in.
Step 3: Put your hand in the pocket and move it along the seams.
Step 4: A little more adjustment.
And here’s the pocket we promised.
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