In Persian Nayaab means rare or unique, a befitting name for a collection that showcases the textile traditions of India. From the heady brightness of bandhani, the gossamer-fine whisper of Banarasi to the sedate softness of mulmul, the country offers a wealth of unique fabrics, prints, weaves and techniques that lend themselves beautifully to a range of silhouettes and styles.
And Nayaab, held in the city between July 27 and 29, 10 am to 7 pm, at Crowne Plaza, is all about celebrating this heritage. Featuring design houses such as PeÌro, Akaaro, Vidhi Singhania, 11.11, Kora, En Inde, Mallika Mathur and Indian Textiles, the exhibition will showcase these designers and their work in a beautiful setting, says Sharan Apparao who is curating the event, along with Rupa Sood.
“I realised that there were a lot of people who were giving home to the skill of Indian craftspeople,” says Apparao, adding that all the designers who are part of the exhibition used these crafts in their work. Read more
And Nayaab, held in the city between July 27 and 29, 10 am to 7 pm, at Crowne Plaza, is all about celebrating this heritage. Featuring design houses such as PeÌro, Akaaro, Vidhi Singhania, 11.11, Kora, En Inde, Mallika Mathur and Indian Textiles, the exhibition will showcase these designers and their work in a beautiful setting, says Sharan Apparao who is curating the event, along with Rupa Sood.
“I realised that there were a lot of people who were giving home to the skill of Indian craftspeople,” says Apparao, adding that all the designers who are part of the exhibition used these crafts in their work. Read more