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Lately we have been noticing the gorgeous Zarine Khan and how she has been showcasing the Indian ethnic wear Sarees. Be it for the promotion of her debut film Veer or walking down the ramp for a fashion show , Zarine Khan has managed to create a huge fan following with her pretty smile and ability to look good in everything she wears. On our part , we think that she truly compliments Indian ethnic wear , carrying it with … Continue reading
Ooh -la-la Ooh la-la…..tu hai meri fantasy!!! The south Indian beauty Vidya Balan , truly became the fantasy of many with the airing of this song. She turned out to be a visual treat for the sore eyes we must say! What a sight Vidya Balan is in her new avatar. Just when people were getting bored of her always-in-Sabyasachi look , Vidya went ahead and gave us all a wonderful change. Yes , you guessed it right , we … Continue reading
The much awaited Amby Valley India Bridal Week 2011 had a kickass start from day 1 itself. This time we were introduced to an entirely new concept for wedding lehengas and sarees. It was quite refreshing to see the designers diverting from the traditional colours and patterns of Indian bridal lehengas and yet maintain its ethnicity and symbolism. What we loved and appreciated that the designers took the effort to give our Indian brides the perfect combination of being traditional … Continue reading
Are you a fan of wearing beautiful sarees? Do you want to have that one special saree that you would love to wear with someone who appreciates it? Sarees are the one thing that is always going to be in trend. Be it a family gathering or a social gathering or even a cocktail party. We are definitely sure you must be going GA-GA over Bebo’s (Kareena Kapoor) avatar in the song Chammak Challo from the Bollywood film Ra.one. It’s … Continue reading
It is true, that the six yard unstitched fabric when draped elegantly makes a lady look sensual. Sarees are available in various weaves and textures, prints and colors, traditional designs and fashionable embroidery. They are also available in beautiful patterns but it of utmost importance to know how to choose a saree that will enhance your looks. How does one go about choosing her six yards of sensuality? We do know that saree is such a universal drape that it … Continue reading
Saree is the traditional clothing of Indian women. Worn in varied styles, it is a long piece of flat cotton, silk or other fabric woven in different textures with different patterns. The saree has a lasting charm since it is not cut or tailored in any particular size. This graceful feminine attire can also be worn in several ways and its manner of wearing as well as its colour and texture are indicative of the status, age, occupation,region and religion … Continue reading
Indian cinema has seen a sea of changes over the time the leading ladies have experimented with their attires since time memorable. Sarees have seen many changes but it’s the blouses that get a new look every time. Gone are those days when high neck and long sleeves were in. Now “Less is more” is the trend and why not show off the perfect figure and flawless skin of today’s leading ladies. The earliest evidence of an Indian blouse is … Continue reading
Draping a saree was never a favourite for the young bride Tarika. She hatedit, especially during summers. The hot sticky summer and draping six yards of fabric around was a task. More over saree,worn over a petticoat meant one more layer of fabric between skin and air. This was a challenge. More over Tarika was very conscious of the little space of waist that was exposed to air. She called it horrific spare tyre proportions. The first experience of draping a … Continue reading
The Indian Saree can boast of oldest existence in the world. There is mention of sarees in the Vedas which is a 3000 B.C. old literature. Worldwide fashion has seen many changes but the sarees’ existence has been as firm as a rock. It is the patterns which changes with times. This is because it is the main wear of rural India. About75% of the population wear versatile sari. We call this cloth versatile because it can be worn in many … Continue reading
After the partition of Bengal, the weaver families migrated to West Bengal, they got along with them the priceless heritage of highly stylized weaving techniques which they had learned from their fore fathers. The handloom industry in the eastern region has had its share of bumpy rides, but Bengal handlooms have survived the ups and downs to become a household name among connoisseurs of textiles. Daccai Jamdani an elaborate and ornate muslin Bengali style saree, came along with the immigrants after partition. This kind of … Continue reading
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