Chiffon, a light, airy and translucent fabric, is the ideal choice for sweltering summers. This fabric is made of tightly twisted yarns comprising of very fine threads. A chiffon saree is one of the most popular products made out of this fabric. The elegance in the drape of a well-made chiffon saree is unparalleled. Having…
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Patola Silk Sarees: An Investment Drape From Gujarat
Patola sarees are exquisite sarees from Patan, Gujarat, traditionally woven for royalty only. The fineness of the fabric and complex weaving technique used made these sarees very expensive which is why only the richest merchants and noblewomen were able to afford them. To this date, the true Patola saree takes anything between 6 months to…
Regal Paithani Sarees From Maharashtra, India
Known as some of the most elegant sarees in Maharashtra, Paithani Sarees are one of the most popular regional garments in India. The identifying characteristics of this garment include the peacock designs on the pallu along with a pattern comprising of oblique squares on the border. While these sarees tend to incorporate a kaleidoscope of…
Resham Embroidery: Threads of Splendour
Known as a land of diversity, each region of India depicts its own culture as well as practice. People who belong to varied provinces have their own distinctive way of dressing as well as unique sense of fashion. While some people prefer to have zardozi embroidery on their sarees and suits, there are some who…
Global Red Carpet Trends: 2016 Edit
Walk The Red Carpet Does the fashionista in you yearn for ethnic wear that matches the trends of international runways? Here is a whole gamut of Indian styles infused with streaks of Brights, Metallics & Pastels – three hues that are hotting up the ramps . Now, your Indian look can be oh-so-global! Bright…