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[Tweet “Modern Indian designers have redefined Indian textile tradition with a new approach to traditional skills creating fashion with universal appeal.”] A bare bones wardrobe Despite the fact that India has a rich textile heritage, the fashion or couture tradition is fairly new. It may well shock you to know this but the average wardrobe Read more
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Quilts There are quilts and there are quilts. Thick warm cuddly quilts. Soft, cozy cuddly quilts. Quilted memories captured in bits of familiar clothes. Or stunningly patterned pieces joined with care and love. Flat, simple, basic quilts. There are quilts and quilts and quilts Whatever the quilt, its basic function is to keep you warm Read more
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The Paithani Tradition If it’s P, it has to be PAITHANI. When I was a little girl, I used to think the Paithani sari was rather unattractive. It’s bold colours and booties were coarse compared to the fine, delicate Benarasi or the exquisite, rich temple saris of Kanjeevaram. But over the years, having seen them Read more
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