India boasts a rich variety of traditional textiles, many of which have endured the test of time. Yet, some of these have quietly faded from memory, only to be rediscovered. Khesh is one such fabric, ...

There is more than just a stunning heirloom piece that comes to us from the wardrobes of our nani, daadi or mother. These are garments that carry stories of weddings, milestones, celebrations and ...

Chapter 1. The pinnacle of Indian textile craft: the double ikat silk patola of Gujarat -- Chapter 2. Preserved in Tibetan temples : sultanate and Assamese silk lampas -- Chapter 3. Surviving as ...

Cotton is a familiar textile that almost everyone wears, but before the 1800’s the common cloth was actually a luxury. At the time, Europe depended primarily on wool and linen for clothing while China ...

MUMBAI, India — The first fashion show in India by British brand Vivienne Westwood on Tuesday was a study in beloved Indian fabrics like khadi and chanderi, among other materials, for the 60-piece ...