Pagarkhi,Jooti,Mojari is still a matter of necessity in rajasthan ,it dominates as the most popular footwear and has charm and grace of its own.Pagarkhis or Jootis or Mojaris are leather shoes or slippers worn by both men and women of all community.
Traditionally Jooti or Mojari is made from camel leather as it is very soft.The Pagarkhi made from sheep and goat leather is stronger and is worn by men while working in fields and travelling.The footwear's upper part is decorated with embroidery on velvet or patch work these beautiful looking mojaris are worn in celebrations like marriages and festivals.
Pagarkhi is mostly tight fitting and triangular at the front end though,in some rare case they may even be rounded.the communities like the Regar,Bhambi and Mochi prepare the leather ,from where the mojari is made.
The process of production starts with cutting leather with sharp knife both for upper and lower sole.Stuck together with home made glue,they are stiched with cotton or leather thread.the upper is then embroidered.Bright colour motifs and contemporary designs are the themes.Bead work or gem stone is used to further enhance the beauty of Pagarkhi.
Mojaris meant for women were traditionally open from behind so it doesn't hurt on there feet .The feet get hurt because of the leather to avoid it men apply some oil at the inner part of the footwear.
these footwear have been exported and even the tourists purchase them with great respect and love to wear them.
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