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How to wear it, and why it was made that way.

Styling notes, occasion guides and the thinking behind the craft — written by us, 26 pieces and counting.

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The Paisley Guide: The Story of the Keri Motif
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The Paisley Guide: The Story of the Keri Motif

A guide to the paisley — the keri or ambi motif in Indian textiles. Its mango-and-vine origins, its meaning, and how karigars hand-embroi...

30 July 2026
Mughal-Inspired Design: The Heritage Aesthetic in Indian Fashion
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Mughal-Inspired Design: The Heritage Aesthetic in Indian Fashion

What makes design Mughal-inspired — flowering vines, paisley, architectural inlay — and how to wear this heritage aesthetic. A complete g...

9 June 2026
Jaal Patterns: A Guide to All-Over Embroidery in Indian Fashion
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Jaal Patterns: A Guide to All-Over Embroidery in Indian Fashion

What jaal patterns are, the difference between woven and embroidered jaal, and how to style all-over embroidery. A complete Indian fashio...

9 June 2026
Aari, Zardozi & Resham: A Guide to Hand-Embroidery Techniques
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Aari, Zardozi & Resham: A Guide to Hand-Embroidery Techniques

What aari, zardozi and resham embroidery are, how they differ, and how to choose the right technique for your occasion. A complete guide.

8 June 2026
Sequin Embroidery: How to Wear Shimmer Without Overdoing It
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Sequin Embroidery: How to Wear Shimmer Without Overdoing It

How sequin embroidery works in Indian fashion — combined with cutdana, beads and thread — and how to wear shimmer without overdoing it.

8 June 2026
Paisley, Vine & Floral: A Guide to Traditional Indian Motifs
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Paisley, Vine & Floral: A Guide to Traditional Indian Motifs

What paisley, vine, booti and jaal motifs mean in Indian fashion — their history, symbolism and how to choose them. A complete guide.

5 June 2026
Gota Patti Work: History, Techniques & How to Style This Rajasthani Craft
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Gota Patti Work: History, Techniques & How to Style This Rajasthani Craft

Complete guide to Gota Patti embroidery - history, types (kinari, sitara, lapeta), how to identify authentic handwork, styling tips & car...

20 May 2026
Chikankari Embroidery: History, Stitches & How to Identify Authentic Work
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Chikankari Embroidery: History, Stitches & How to Identify Authentic Work

Complete guide to Chikankari embroidery - history, traditional stitches (murri, jaali, bakhiya), how to identify authentic handwork vs ma...

19 May 2026
Marodi Embroidery in Indian Fashion: A Complete Guide
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Marodi Embroidery in Indian Fashion: A Complete Guide

Guide to marodi embroidery in Indian fashion. Understanding the chain-stitch technique, recognising quality, and caring for marodi-embroi...

23 April 2026
Cutdana & Bead Embroidery in Indian Fashion: A Complete Guide
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Cutdana & Bead Embroidery in Indian Fashion: A Complete Guide

Guide to cutdana and bead embroidery in Indian fashion. Types of beadwork, styling tips, and care instructions for cutdana-embroidered pi...

21 April 2026
Sequin Embroidery in Indian Fashion: A Complete Guide
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Sequin Embroidery in Indian Fashion: A Complete Guide

Guide to sequin embroidery in Indian fashion. Types of sequin work, when to wear it, how to style it, and care tips for sequin-embroidere...

20 April 2026
Floral Embroidery in Indian Fashion: A Complete Guide
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Floral Embroidery in Indian Fashion: A Complete Guide

Explore floral embroidery in Indian fashion. From hand-embroidered sarees to kurtas with flower motifs. Techniques, styling, and meaning ...

19 April 2026
Indian Fashion Glossary: 75+ Terms Every Fashion Lover Should Know
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Indian Fashion Glossary: 75+ Terms Every Fashion Lover Should Know

Complete Indian fashion glossary: embroidery techniques, fabric names, silhouettes, and regional styles. From anarkali to zardozi, every ...

13 April 2026
5 Indian Fashion Trends Dominating 2026
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5 Indian Fashion Trends Dominating 2026

The biggest Indian fashion trends of 2026: tone-on-tone embroidery, sharara revival, real silk, statement blouses, and made-to-order.

9 April 2026
The Hands Behind the Craft: How Karigars Keep Indian Embroidery Alive
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The Hands Behind the Craft: How Karigars Keep Indian Embroidery Alive

Meet the karigars — master artisans who hand-embroider Indian garments using zardozi, gota patti, aari, and resham techniques passed down...

9 April 2026
Sequin & Mirror Work in Indian Fashion: A Complete Guide
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Sequin & Mirror Work in Indian Fashion: A Complete Guide

Everything about sequin and mirror work in Indian fashion — mukaish, shisha, cutdana techniques. How to wear, style, and care for embelli...

3 April 2026
Peacock Motifs in Indian Fashion: Meaning, History & How to Wear Them
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Peacock Motifs in Indian Fashion: Meaning, History & How to Wear Them

The complete guide to peacock motifs in Indian fashion — cultural significance, embroidery techniques, and how to style peacock embroider...

3 April 2026
Resham Thread Work: The Art of Silk Embroidery in Indian Fashion
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Resham Thread Work: The Art of Silk Embroidery in Indian Fashion

Discover resham thread work — silk embroidery in Indian fashion. Learn to identify quality resham, care for embroidered pieces, and style...

31 March 2026
Minimal Embroidery Indian Outfits: Why Less Is More in 2026
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Minimal Embroidery Indian Outfits: Why Less Is More in 2026

Why minimal embroidery is the biggest Indian fashion trend of 2026 — tonal work, border-only embroidery, and pieces that let fabric and c...

22 March 2026
Indian Embroidery Types Compared: Gota Patti vs Zardozi vs Aari vs Mukesh
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Indian Embroidery Types Compared: Gota Patti vs Zardozi vs Aari vs Mukesh

The complete guide to Indian embroidery — Gota Patti, Zardozi, Aari, Mukesh, and Marodi compared. How each is made, when to wear it, and ...

19 March 2026
Ruhaniyat: Inside Rashika Mittal's Newest Collection — Seasons of the Soul
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Ruhaniyat: Inside Rashika Mittal's Newest Collection — Seasons of the Soul

Explore Ruhaniyat — Rashika Mittal's newest collection of handmade silk kurta sets, lehengas, shararas, and sarees. The story, the craft,...

16 March 2026
How to Style Embroidered Shirts: From Festive Dinners to Everyday Elegance
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How to Style Embroidered Shirts: From Festive Dinners to Everyday Elegance

The complete guide to styling embroidered shirts — from sangeet with a sharara to brunch with jeans. Dupion silk, modal satin, and cape s...

15 March 2026
The Complete Guide to Made-to-Order Indian Fashion: What to Expect
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The Complete Guide to Made-to-Order Indian Fashion: What to Expect

Everything you need to know about ordering made-to-order Indian outfits — timelines, measurements, what happens during production, and wh...

15 March 2026
Luxe Minimalism in Indian Fashion: Why Tone-on-Tone Embroidery Is Defining 2026
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Luxe Minimalism in Indian Fashion: Why Tone-on-Tone Embroidery Is Defining 2026

Why tone-on-tone embroidery is defining luxury Indian fashion in 2026. How tonal chikankari, sequin work, and zari create quiet opulence ...

14 March 2026
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