POCHAMPALLY – In a celebration of heritage and hands-on artistry, contestants of the 72nd Miss World Festival recently visited the renowned weaving village of Pochampally in Telangana, offering the ...

FLORES, Indonesia – There are many cultural items that represent Indonesia on the world stage, but none quite as beautiful as ikat. These intricately patterned woven textiles are an ancient art form, ...

“A special sari for a special day,” says Hyderabad-based Gajam Narmada, gently unfolding a handloom ikat silk sari in a striking cream, offset by a red border. Narmada, who runs Narmada Handlooms in ...

Textiles shape a home’s personality like nothing else can. The Indian textile industry brims with treasures that turn bare rooms into soulful spaces layered with craft, history and warmth. From airy ...

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Indian philanthropist and businesswoman Nita Ambani has long advocated for India’s rich textile heritage, often gracing grand events in handwoven sarees that honour the country’s craftsmanship. And, ...

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BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Domestic silk production is undergoing a revival in the provinces as international demand rises for natural dyes and indigenous fabric, experts said at this year’s World ...

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Fashion enthusiasts would flock to the summer capital in the late 1970s through the 1990s to shop for “ikat” garments, bags and home décor crafted by Narda’s—arguably the ...

THE World Ikat Convention this week in Baguio attracted 100 delegates from 20 countries. The Baguio Convention Center was festooned with stunning and colorful ikat textiles on four sides plus the ...