Story of Fabrics
The Splendour Of Shibori
The ancient art form that binds India and Japan is Shibori. The word comes from "shiboru", which means " to wring or squeeze." This traditional Japanese technique originated during the 7th century and involves tie-dyeing fabrics by crumpling, twisting, stitching and folding it in several ways to create beautiful patterns....
The Earthy and Elegant Elephant Motif
A leader, gentle giant, reliable plodder and playful rogue – the magnificent personality of the elephant found in nature are so dynamic and versatile. When part of a formidable army, the elephants march together in exceptional harmony and during other times in solitude, they walk in quiet dignity and exhibit...
Patola – The Pride of Gujarat’s Exquisite Hand-Woven Craft
The lustrous textile that is meticulously woven with precision and deemed as an art form from the Patan region of Gujarat is the Patola. Often called the “Queen of Silks”, it has been worn by royals and aristocrats from the bygone era during auspicious occasions. Prized as a holy cloth...
Tamil Nadu’s Charming Collective in Cotton
When it comes to exhibiting charisma and comfort, cotton sarees deserve all the accolades. A wardrobe staple for many generations of Indian women, these elegant weaves inspire many to embrace the heritage of our land. The light and airy texture of this fabric is a delight to drape, especially during...
Manjal Kumkumam Collection 2020
The air reverberates with auspicious musical medleys. The fragrance of fresh flowers and sweet treats envelop you in a warm embrace. The colours of the diyas and decorations are a delight to your eyes. And in this instance, you're transported back to a very special occasion, a sacred ceremony and...
The Kanchipuram Crossover
Amongst the brocaded textile tradition of India, the silks of the south, especially the Kanchipuram sarees, have always had a special place in our hearts. Weddings laid the foundation for the look and style of heavy zari silks, whereas relaxed occasions demanded a lighter version. Sarees are versatile six yards of...
The Great Indian Fabric - Motifs from South India's temple towns
The integration of South Indian art and culture can be clearly traced in the craftsmanship of our loom. The weavers were inspired by huge temples with religious significance and derived symbolic meanings from its architecture. One such striking design element which has an instant recall, when anyone speaks of Kanchipuram...
Caring for your textiles
Caring for your textiles requires everyday maintenance. This week’s blog is dedicated especially to understand how to store your silk sarees.Silks sarees have always been a personal treasure for women, be it a wedding saree or an heirloom handed down to them. Like all the things we love and care...
Caring for your textiles - Part 2
Caring for your textiles is a series of blogs which focusses on preventive and conservation methods. In our last blog, we discussed the need to know about the composition of fibres and yarns in our collection, storage methods and ways handling of fabrics. Your precious wedding and heirloom sarees need...
Muqaish - The metallic embroidery
The craft of embroiders is no less than the art of poets and painters who have defined cultures and civilizations. This week’s blog is an ode to the shimmering embroidery of Awadh, which is now a part of Uttar Pradesh, but was established as Faizabad in 1722 AD under the Nawabs. Known...
Caring for your textiles - Part 1
With the world practising self-isolation and social distancing, we have new-found time to embrace a lot of indoor activities. Fast-paced careers and busy lifestyles have cluttered our wardrobes, and now it’s time to improve our living spaces. It's time to pick up a task of decluttering and arranging our wardrobes,...
