A jacket, Madam?
A jacket, Madam?
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There is a slight nip in the air…a light tussar jacket from Artisau perhaps is just right for this autumnal chill. How perfect would this look on you? Maybe with checked trousers or even over a pair of black leggings…style away! Shop away, lovely people! Shilpa xx
Printing traditions: Sanganer & Bagru
Printing traditions: Sanganer & Bagru
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Rajasthan has a rich tradition in textiles dyeing and printing. We had written about the magic of Bandhej in one of our earlier posts and just as we were touring the other lovely states in India, Rajasthan beckoned us again, enticing us with the beautiful hand-block prints
Breezy Kota doria for the summers
Breezy Kota doria for the summers
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It’s summer and everyone is after soft, comfortable fabrics. Mulmul and Kota Doria come to mind. I have grown up with seeing women in my family wear the most beautiful sarees in soft fabric, a fabric that resembles a maths graph paper 🙂 Absolutely, love the
Artisanal jewellery by Manifest Design
Artisanal jewellery by Manifest Design
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Minimalist, stylish, ‘no-fuss’, classy ‘conversation starter‘ – that is my idea of choosing accessories! Who doesn’t like a random person walking up to you and saying – “Wow! This bracelet you’re wearing is stunning! Where did you get it from?” Silly as it may sound,
Kalamkari, a craft, a tradition
Kalamkari, a craft, a tradition
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Sometimes you find inspirations in the most unexpected places, like I did for this post. I was clearing up my old greeting cards (yes, I am a hoarder), and I came across a beautiful yellow card with floral prints in the Kalamkari style! Well, this
Muted Mondays – Terracotta Jewellery
Muted Mondays – Terracotta Jewellery
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Just met a girl who absolutely loves ‘natural’ jewellery. I love silver, instead! I always thought ‘natural’ meant thread and perhaps with glass beads. This girl’s talk made me want to find out more about what jewellery made with earthy (non silver and gold, of
Silks from the North-East
Silks from the North-East
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There is so much that the wonderful land of the North-East of India has to offer. I have spoken about foods and jewellery in my previous posts and this post is going to be dedicated to the fabulous silks. The history of the silk industry in
Hand-crafted picture frame
Hand-crafted picture frame
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Beautifully hand-crafted picture frame to hold one of your special memories, created by skilled artisans. Brass gives a classy look and feel and, of course, you can never have enough picture frames! If the ‘brass’, royal look, is what you are after, go order one now…and add some
A delightful store in Goa – Paperboat Collective
A delightful store in Goa – Paperboat Collective
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It is not very often you pass by a store and it not only catches your eye but tugs at your heartstrings! On my way from and to Panjim, I would look at this quaint Portuguese house with green and ivory windows, painted white and