National Handloom Day: From Streetstyle To Saree, Your Guide To Styling Khadi
Celebrating India’s 77th Independence Day, we observe National Handloom Day today. India is known for its rich heritage in fashion and design. Honouring India’s craftsmanship, and the history of handloom weavers in the country, Handloom Day is celebrated across India to cherish the heritage that we preserve. Known as the land of Khadi, India has seen the evolution of fashion from threads, and whites to pantsuits and dresses today, we’ve come a long way. Honouring the beauty of India-born weaves and textiles, here’s how you can style Khadi in multiple ways like celebrities.
Kurta Set
On this special day, take cues from actresses like Dia Mirza and Konkona Sen Sharma, to style a simple, breezy Khadi kurta set in a variety of colours. The breathable fabric is not only available in classic, tidy whites but also in a gamut of exuberant shades. Dress them up with heels, or go easy and mellow with flats, a Khadi kurta set will be your companion this season.
Saree FTW
What better than a saree to honour India’s rich heritage in handloom? Right? Like actress Kangana Ranaut, you can experiment with Khadi sarees in rich, bright hues, with drapes that come in contrasting shades. Like Ranaut, go ahead with a variety of colour combos, experimenting with shades, prints and embroideries or go monochrome in white, with interesting accessories to accentuate the overall look.
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New-Age silhouettes
Like actresses Vidya Balan, look out for fusion wear designs like jacket dresses, skirts and shirts. From colours, and embroideries to new tailoring techniques, you can style Khadi-made Western designs. As per new-age labels like The House Of Khaddar, by legendary actor Kamal Haasan, Khadi is getting a new voice with a streetwear spin and risqué details.
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Prints And Patterns
Another interesting way to style khadi is to pick a variety of prints and patterns that can be curated using other India-loved techniques like block printing, kalamkari work and more. Like celebrity Sonam Kapoor, you can give a bright spin to the fabric with playful prints, colours and popular styles.
Contributing to one of the maximum shares in the employment sector, handloom remains an imperative member in creating India’s financial and artistic identity. As one of the ancient practices of curating fabric, textiles and clothes, handloom has been home to many sustainable, natural fabrics that have made a mark across the world. As we celebrate Handloom Day today, let’s give a new shape and structure to this sector, by styling Khadi in a number of new ways.
First Published: August 07, 2023 2:08 PM
