Bright in an instant

“I always wear bindis when I'm wearing Indian outfits – not for any religious reasons but because, in one second, thin tiny red dot brightens up my face. It is the easiest, simplest, most cost-effective accessory to wear.

I think, some western women do experiment with the bindi – especially those who are aware of Indian culture and like wearing Indian-inspired clothes. Perhaps, lack of availability abroad is one reason why it has not caught on as a popular fashion trend in other countries.”

Padmini Atal

Ladies Wing coordinator, ISC Charity Wing