Frequently asked questions

What is a dhoti?

A dhoti is an Indian garment worn mainly by Hindu men all over the world. Dhoti consists of a one piece cloth (plain and similar to sari but shorter in length) which is tied around the waist and extends to cover most of the legs. A dhoti is from four to six feet long white or color strip of cotton. This traditional attire is mainly worn by men in villages. It is held in place by a style of wrapping and sometimes with the help of a belt, ornamental and embroidered or a flat and simple one, around the waist.

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What is a Lungi?

A Lungi is a sarong like garment which is wrapped around waist and the length extends till ankles. Lungis are worn by both men and women. Lungi is a traditional garment in South East Asian countries like Indonesia, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Nepal, Singapore etc. It is the national dress of Burma. It is particularly popular in regions where the heat and humidity create an unpleasant climate for trousers.

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Is Dhoti same as a Lungi?

Dhoti is a bit different from Lungi. A dhoti can be stitched. Also it is worn in a different way from the Lungi. It is always crossed between legs. Lungi is a non stitched dress. It is a big piece of fabric, which is wrapped up around hips and is fixed. It can be both long and half length to knees.

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What are the available style options for wearing up a Dhoti?

Pair a set of dhoti pants with an embellished kurta in metallic colors and a Nehru jacket on the top of it. Get ready to go groovy in this style. The combination of a simple white tank top with olive green dhoti pants and set the tone for a fun day in the sun with funky flip-flops at the beach side. · A Jodhpuri embroidered jacket with a mandarin collar over grey dhoti pants will make you look drop dead smart. Dhoti is a traditional outfit so it goes best with this jacket. · Pair up a Dhoti with a suit. It has been known by the crowd that they wear suits and they look decent and good. But, how about wearing a Dhoti Suit? One may find it a little weird but gone are the days when Dhoti used to make you look dull and old. Dhoti is the new cool these days and apart from making a style statement, it is an eco-friendly garment.

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What are dhoti pants?

A Dhoti pant is loosely draped at the upper leg area and tapers gradually towards the hemline around the ankle. The difference between dhoti and dhoti pants is the dhoti is an un-stitched piece of cloth whereas these dhoti pants are a stitched, ready-to-wear garment. The ideal length of dhoti pant is just above the ankle; however, there are dhoti pants available in a variety of lengths and styles. Dhoti pants are generally made in soft fabrics that give a nice fall to it. The most widely used fabrics to make dhoti pants are muslin, soft cotton, silk, etc. The thing that makes a dhoti pant so popular is the dressing options. It can be worn as semi-formal wear, easy go summer wear, travel wear and casual wear.

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How to style a lungi?

Add a collared, button-up shirt for a more masculine look. It can be either long- or short-sleeved. Choose a plain shirt with buttons so you can undo it when you get hot during the day. Leave your shirt untucked from the lungi. In India, men wear button-up shirts with their lungis or go shirtless. Going shirtless on a hot day is normal in southern Indian states. Choose a lungi for casual settings. A lot of people view the lungi as the outfit they change into once they are home from work or when they are out running simple errands. Formal functions, like a wedding or an office job, might not be the most appropriate place for a lungi.

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What is to be kept in mind while buying a lungi?

With the variety of different prints that lungis are available in on LimeRoad, there is no way you can say that you won’t look good in one. Lungis with checkered prints can never go wrong on any man, no matter if he is tall and muscular or short and stocky. If you like fancy prints, you can have a look at the range of lungis on LimeRoad.

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Why to prefer a Lungi?

It can be worn in any season- A lungi keeps you comfortable in summer as well as winter, when those boxers or other shorts may not be very comfortable. b. It lets you move freely- What makes a lungi so comfortable is the way you can move freely in it. The loose fit and breathable quality of a lungi make it a good choice for those who suffer from rashes on their thighs. c. It is interchangeable- Unlike shorts and other trousers, a lungi does not really have a size that you have to worry about. The material and the design are all that you can look at before you decide on the lungi that you want. The free size of a lungi also makes it interchangeable so you can share it with your sibling even if the two of you don’t share the same size.

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What type of fabric is suitable for wearing in Indian climate?

Seeing the climate conditions in India we recommend you to get cotton fabric dhoti and lungi preferably. These fabrics are the best go to option for hot and humid climates of India. Silk and polyester Lungis are an option for marriages and other similar events.

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What all accessories can be paired up with a Dhoti and Lungi?

The best accessories for Dhoti and Lungi which never go out of trend are the gold watches. Kohlapuri chappals are paired up with Dhoti and lungis for staying casual whereas juttis are preferable for formal and special occasions.

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Price List in India 2025 on LimeRoad

S.No.	LimeRoad Latest	PRICE (₹)
1	Black Cotton Dhoti	₹ 1589
2	Maroon Striped Dhoti	₹ 1599
3	Red Cotton Dhoti	₹ 1469
4	Black Printed Dhoti	₹ 1439
5	Green Cotton Dhoti	₹ 1439
6	Black Printed Dhoti	₹ 1439

This data was last updated on 21/08/2025

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