Pashtun dress

Pashtun dress reflects cultural identity and traditions. Men typically wear a shalwar kameez—loose trousers and a tunic—often paired with a vest or waistcoat, and a turban or pagri on the head. Women wear colorful, embroidered dresses called chamndi or lughati, paired with a shalwar and a long scarf called a dupatta to cover the head and shoulders. Accessories like jewelry and traditional fabrics are common. The style varies by region and occasion, emphasizing modesty, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage, and often incorporates local patterns, colors, and materials.