Saturday, 25 November 2006

My First Sari, My First Indian Holiday Party!

My last day in the office happens to coincide with the office holiday party. Whoop! We're off to the Marriott for a lavish affair and it's strictly formal attire; a perfect excuse to don the local dress.

Two of the wonderful girls in my team took me shopping for my very first sari. What an experience! I was treated to a display of over 50 beautiful fabrics. Unfortunately the one I fell in love with happened to have the steepest price tag. I made up my own dialogue as the girls bartered in the local tongue and scored a deal for 5000 rupees. Ouch!

Get set for an Indian themed party on my return; I'm determined to justify this extravagant purchase. Only drama -the art of draping a sari is a skill best left to the locals. Calling all Sydney based Indians!!

1 comment:

Unknown said...

hello i am enjoying your blog lady! more photos please especially of this sari!! i miss you in Sydney i'm going to have a xmas bbq you will have to come on the3 17th (sat) of dec ifyou are nearby. hope you are keeping well and are enjoying india!! what a gorgeous countryside! Talk soon lady! xx