With sequins and embellishments, adding glitter to your traditional ethnic or festive-wear attire has never been simpler. Let’s not overlook the more conventional regional techniques that are unique to India, despite the fact that these western embroidered parts have become very popular in Indian clothing due to the dynamic sheen they provide. These intricate needlework techniques include a lot of handiwork, which gives them a personal touch and distinctive appearance. Because of this, you can see their true beauty.
In order to bring back traditional aesthetics while adding that additional festive sparkle, we are spotlighting three such techniques:
Mirror Work Pieces
Small mirrors or reflective metal bits are sewn on fabric as part of the Shisha style of embroidery. Although the technique is widespread throughout many South Asian countries, it is particularly popular in India. From the Banjara and Rabari tribes in Central India to its more refined versions in Gujarat, Kathiawar, and Kuch, it differs between populations.
This embroidery portrays classic themes from socio-cultural histories from all around the nation in a contemporary manner. The mirrors are carefully positioned, stitched in, and occasionally paired with other types of embroidery to give the garments depth and dimension while ensuring that they wonderfully reflect light.
Every outfit showcasing mirrorwork embroidery demonstrates the perfection you would want to have in your closet. Take a look at this mirror embroidered kurta and this kalidar suit illustrating the grace of mirrorwork embroidery.
Gota Patti Embellishments
This needlework method, which has its roots in Rajasthan, makes use of applique. To make intricate patterns, tiny bits of zari ribbon are put into the fabric and the edges stitched down. On textiles like georgette or bandhani, the labor-intensive method of embroidery is used to produce various surface textures.
The appliqué patterns are particular to the areas in which they are made, and each motif has a special meaning and name. The designs are frequently influenced by organic components like flora and fauna. The finished item is light and breezy to wear even though it has a rich, sumptuous brilliance.
This embroidery makes any outfit a perfect festive choice like this yellow chanderi kurta with a crushed mulmul inner and a chiffon dupatta and the off-white suit with sequined details and a kota doria dupatta.
Foil Printed Styles
Metallic paper is permanently bonded to fabric using the process of foil printing to produce a beautiful effect. The technique allows for a wide range of colors and finishes, with gold and silver being the most common options, making them adaptable. Additionally, a range of finishes, including matte, metallic, glossy, pearlescent, and holographic textures, can be produced via foil stamping. The end effect is a stunning, two-dimensional shimmer that is equally attractive and doesn’t scrape or scratch like other embroidery techniques.
This royal blue embroidered velvet suit with a foil printed dupatta is just one of the masterpieces presenting this glorious embroidery.
