Re: what does the word “PARANDA” mean?
Paranda is still very much a part of not just traditional Punjabi party wear in Pakistan. Why it’s not as commonly seen as before is probably fact that ideally, you need hip long hair or slightly shorter to practically pull off the paranda, and long hair are not common as they used be. I’ve worn paranda and flower braid for weddings, both in Pakistan and UK.
I personally love the contemporary Punjabi mutyaran look, minus all the extra weight of course. 
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