From naturally dyed sharis to vibrant salwar kameez, emerging labels are incorporating Nakshi Kantha in modern contemporary wardrobes — without losing its artisanal soul ...
Originally made of worn-out saris, lungis or dhotis, the kanthas of Bengal had a functional, domestic use as coverlets, wrappings, pillow covers, ashons. However, they were occasionally embellished by ...
Long before it entered galleries or design studios, kantha lived in the rhythms of everyday life. In homes across Bengal, layers of worn cotton saris and dhotis were stacked together and held in place ...