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7 cities fashion lovers should visit to explore local textiles in India

A fashion lover’s guide to local textiles in India, from Banarasi silk and Kanjeevaram to Chikankari and Ikat

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India’s textile traditions change dramatically from one city to another. In Varanasi, there are intricate designs of silk brocade, whereas in Kanchipuram, the traditional fabrics that are made out of silk have a temple-style border design. Jaipur has colourful block prints and tie-dye methods. In Lucknow, Chikankari embroidery is produced, and Ikat is created in Odisha and Telangana by dyeing yarns to create patterns. For fashionistas, these cities have much more to offer than just shopping.

7 cities to discover local textiles in India

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: Lucknow is the heartland of Chikankari, a fine embroidery tradition traditionally associated with delicate white-on-white work
Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh: Chanderi is known for lightweight, slightly sheer sarees made with silk and cotton
Sambalpur, Odisha: Sambalpur is a must-visit for Sambalpuri Ikat, where yarns are dyed before weaving to create distinctive patterns
Bhuj, Gujarat: Bhuj opens the door to the textile traditions of Kutch, including colourful handloom weaving and Ajrakh block printing
Jaipur, Rajasthan: Jaipur is a colourful stop for block printing, Bandhani and Leheriya
Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu: Kanjeevaram sarees are handwoven with a legacy spanning over 400 years
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh: Varanasi sarees, famously known as Banarasi sarees, are luxurious traditional drapes handwoven in Varanasi, India,
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