MaryKay Carlson, the US Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) in Delhi fell in love with sarees ever since she came to India. In a new video released by the US Embassy, Carlson talks about her love for sarees and it highlights the culture and diversity of the nation.
It all began last year when she ran an epic #SareeSearch online urging people to vote for the one she could wear on Indian Independence Day. What started as a campaign for her six-yards debutante turned into a full-fledged love. And now, a year later, she has turned into a pro — even wearing sarees every day to work for a week!
“Most people are pleased to see their rich culture, especially the khadi culture and its link to the Independence Day that is celebrated by all the people. The sarees, especially during Independence Day represent the vast culture, colour and diversity of this great country,” she said while greeting everyone Happy Independence Day ahead of August 15 celebrations.
#SareeSearch: One year laterA year after #SareeSearch, DCM Carlson is celebrating Indian #IndependenceDay with her collection of 16 sarees. She loves them all, especially #Khadi & #Handloom - fabric that feels like freedom! To her, sarees represent the rich diversity of #IncredibleIndia. #WeWearCulture #USIndiaDosti Smriti Zubin Irani Ministry of Textiles, Government of India
Posted by U.S. Embassy India on Friday, 10 August 2018
The video created quite a buzz online and Netizens were thrilled to share her rich collection of stress and lauds her for carrying it effortlessly.
The saree love knows no boundary https://t.co/e4sAAhJ39J
— Mallika Sudhir (@mallika_sudhir) August 10, 2018
Wow! What a tribute to saree ! Inspiring.. https://t.co/Url74zNgfx
— lakshmi iyer (@liyer) August 10, 2018
That's so fantastic, thanks for honouring the saree which is such a versatile attire #khadi #handlooms
— Kavitha Yarlagadda (@Kavitayarlagada) August 11, 2018
Thank you !! You look so amazing in a saree and lovved your draping. Very impressive collection and knowledge.Sharing this across. ♥️
— Veni La (@venidium22) August 11, 2018
