• With new designs, traditional gown ‘Pheran’ in great demand during winters in Kashmir.
• Pheran or phiran is the traditional outfit for both males and females in the Kashmir Valley
• The pheran consist of two gowns, one over the other.

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• The traditional pheran extends to the feet, which was popular up to the late 19th century C.E.
• However, a relatively modern variation of the pheran extends to below the knees, which is worn with a suthan inside (loose form of shalwar) similar to the styles worn in Afghanistan
• It is optional to wear the suthan with a long phiran as traditionally lower garments are not worn with pherans. The traditional pheran do not have side slits.
• According to some sources, the pheran was introduced by Mughal emperor Akbar when he conquered the valley in 1586.
• In summer, the pheran are made of cotton, but in winter, the pheran is made of wool, covering and protecting the body from the cold especially during snow
• These dresses are used by the residents of the Kashmir valley and Kashmiris residing in Chenab Valley.