When it comes to traditional Indian clothing, Odisha’s dress materials are some of the most unique and beautiful pieces out there. With their rich history, intricate designs, and stunning colors, these fabrics are a must-have for anyone interested in Indian fashion. At the heart of Odisha’s dress materials is the state’s rich textile tradition. For […]
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Introduction Odisha is a state in eastern India that boasts of a rich cultural heritage and a thriving textile industry. Among its many specialties, Odisha handlooms stand out for their intricate designs and fine quality. In recent years, these handlooms have been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, which acknowledges their unique identity and safeguards […]
Gopalpur village in Jajpur district of Odisha, India, is renowned for its unique and intricate tussar fabrics. The village has been producing these fabrics for over 400 years, and the art of weaving has been passed down from generation to generation. In 2009, the Gopalpur tussar fabric was recognized with a GI (Geographical Indication) tag […]
Oh, Ikat! You versatile little pattern, you! From fashion ramps to restaurant uniforms, you’ve managed to make your mark on just about everything. And don’t even get us started on home decor and stationery. Is there anything you can’t do? I mean, seriously, what’s next for Ikat? Will we start seeing it on cars and […]
Let me tell you about the Dongria Saree – it’s like no other saree you’ve ever seen before. Made out of a rare, coarse organic cotton, this saree is woven by the Dongria Kondh, a tribe of Indigenous Peoples who live in the plateaus of the Niyamgiri hill ranges in Odisha, India. These folks have […]
Manabasa Gurubar, a traditional Odia festival about women empowerment and caste equality, that’s celebrated every Thursday in the month of Margashira, was observed in Odia households. The festival is also known as Margashira Laxmi Puja. The first Manabasa Gurubar of this month started on the Thursday right after Kartika Purnima. It’s believed that Goddess Mahalaxmi visits every household on these days and blesses people […]
Orissa’s Sambalpuri sarees are a cherished treasure for those who adore traditional or ethnic clothing. These sarees have an unrivaled reputation and popularity in the global market. Comprising a strip of 9 meters long unstitched robe, the pallu boasts of exquisite embroidery that is reflected identically on both sides. This unique characteristic of Sambalpuri sarees […]
Handloom products form an integral part of a region’s indigenous culture, its history and the collective taste of people residing there. Orissa is no exception with its wide range of handloom cotton and silk sarees.However, there is a third variety of handloom sarees made of a blended fabric called cotton silk that are high in […]
Orissa fairly boasts of some of the exquisite collections of handloom silk sarees that are celebrated across the world for their refined finish and meticulous weave. The textile industry of Orissa is deeply influenced by the presiding deity of the state Lord Jagannatha which is displayed in the temple borders, traditional colour use and mythological […]
Gone are the days when cotton or silk were the only fabrics used in the weaving industry of India. Today, weavers blend different types of yarns to create a new and unique material called cotton silk. This artificial fabric offers the sheen of silk and the comfort of cotton while also providing strength to a […]