 Gujarat
Shawls
Located in the western most part
of India, Gujarat is known for its textile industry. Exquisitely
embroidered and tie dye cotton and woollen shawls crafted in Gujarat are
popular throughout the world.
Shawls made in Gujarat have
traditional Bandhani prints.
Local tribes of Gujarat embroider beautiful artifacts using glass or
mica cut into various shapes. These shawls are also embellished with
different types of stitches around the mirror to make a finished
pattern. Made from pure wool, embroidered shawls in traditional styles
and patterns have a distinct place in modern Indian women's ethnic
fashion wear collection. Gujarati shawls are available in bright color
combinations making them unique fashion accessory.
The traditional apparel of the rural women of western India includes
the odhni shawl, which is made with the bandhani method. These shawls
are characterized by bright yellow or white dots forming floral patterns
on a deep red base.
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