Yantra is as known as ideal meditation tools used by many. Meanwhile, a Shri Yantra is considered one of the most powerful ones as it represents the entirety of the cosmos, making it be known as the Mother of all Yantras. Overlapping hexagrams symbolize the union between male and female aspects of the divine as well as the depth of Tantric practice. The triangles pointed downwards represent the fe

There is much to Bihar that makes it one of India's culturally most significant states. It is the home of superfine Indian silk weaving as well as the most exquisite of tribal folk arts, the Madhubani painting. The beauty of both has been captured in the gorgeous silk saree you see here. Dyed a blue so deep and gray it reminds one of the dangerously deepening oceans. Zoom in on the solid-colo

The salwar-kameez suit was brought to India by the women of the West Asian invaders. Comprising of a particular style of trousers, a long embroidered shirt, and a dupatta, this ensemble is the very picture of modern-day elegance. While the saree is still popular with older, married, and upper-caste women, especially the more inland one goes into the subcontinent, young carefree women have embraced

Bhadohi, and bits of the surrounding districts, are collectively the rug-making headquarters of India. A city known for its love of traditional, almost devotional style, it is known to churn out the finest of Indian rugs in a multitude of colors and finishes. The one you see on this page is a one-of-a-kind number handpicked for its unusual scheme of motifs. Along the breadth, the embroidery is per

Kashmir is a very important, and turbulent, religious and cultural center. Famous for its craftsmanship and textiles, the likes of which are to be found nowhere else in the world, ours is a definitive collection of the produce of the looms of the valley. The most tasteful of sarees and jackets, made from wools and silks that are endemic to the mountains, are curated in our textiles section. Anothe

A Banarasi handloom is one of the age-old forms of embroidery, originated from Banaras and still finds its suited position in the contemporary fashion trend. The soft and smooth texture of this bright Indian wear allows it to have an easy and settled flow to the pleats when draped, hence ascending the personality of the women wearing it. A good quality banarasi silk is identified by the use of fin

In the ancient Indian city of Varanasi (anglicised version of the vernacular Banaras), silk weaving is as much a part of the home as are cooking and breathing the Ganges-laden breeze flying in through barred windows. The Banarasi saree is the most coveted piece of garment in the whole world - a single glance at its border's exquisite brocade weave, a fleeting touch of the susurrous silk it is

Golden and black border on a striking maroon shade, this Tanchoi silk saree from Banaras is one of those clothing pieces whose story is as interesting as its designs. The beautiful and soft Tanchoi silk which has become one of the most popular fabrics in traditional Indian women’s wear, according to a legend, travelled from China to India in the 19th century, thanks to three Gujrati weaver broth

A kurta pajama comprises a top tunic called the kurta and bottoms called pajama (or pajama). The word kurta can be used generically to refer to the garment for men. The garment is said to have originated in the Indian subcontinent and usually has regional variations. This is a pure white color Cotton Textile Kurta pajama which Indians used to wear during some special or religious occasions. This K

This is one glamorous potli you know you need. Just the thing to put your knick-knacks in, it has been fashioned to go with sarees and Indian suits. It is a statement black colour interspersed with just the right bit of silver, and as such would go with a diverse range of colours and styles of ethnicwear. While it is sure to go with your choicest evening saree or suit, it would add the much-needed

Art silk makes for the best blend when it comes to fashioning the dhoti. This readymade one from the Exotic India collection saves you the hassle of pleating your dhoti and having to mind them all day. Additionally, it comes in a range of soothing solid pastels that you could pick from depending on what goes best with your personality. Plain Silk Dhoti: https://www.exoticindiaart.com/product/te

While shawls of this variety are known for their gravity and their strictly traditional look, this is one pashmina shawl that has a more contemporary look. In terms of color and motif, it features a bunch of paisleys embroidered within Equi-sized quadrilaterals across the field of the shawl in teal, peach, red, and ochre. The foundation is a solid pristine color that serves to bring out the colors

Handpicked from the looms of Bengal, this simple yet fashionable Kantha saree is a timeless classic. Woven from the wild silk endemic to the region, namely Russia, the deep ivory creme color is highly characteristic of the same. It is interesting to note that tussar is extracted from abandoned cocoons and then spun into short yarns, which results in a piece of thick, rustic fabric with a matte fin

This aasana is for the strictest of modern-day yogis. Fashioned from pure wool, it is in imitation of the tiger-skins ancient yogis practised the most challenging postures on. Buy this to add a hint of both the austere and the ferocious to your space. Yogic Asana Mat: https://www.exoticindiaart.com/product/homeandliving/tiger-yogic-asana-mat-kc31/ Carpets and Rugs: https://www.exoticindiaart

This significantly Indian, precisely Mughal, the ensemble is sure to make you stand out in a traditional gala. It comes in the gentlest pastels dyed against the shimmering texture of the art silk, teamed with a smooth ivory churidar-pajama. The zigzag weave, discernible once you zoom in on the fabric, lends it a hint of the unusual, while the intricate embroidery on the bust completes the look.

This is one glamorous potli you know you need. Just the thing to put your knick-knacks in, it has been fashioned to go with sarees and Indian suits. It is a statement black color interspersed with just the right bit of silver, and as such would go with a diverse range of colours and styles of ethnicwear. While it is sure to go with your choicest evening saree or suit, it would add the much-needed

The zebra is a little-depicted animal in art, especially of the traditional variety. This rug has been made from pure wool and is a work of endemic Indian art. Yet it's contemporary, the decidedly funky appeal is unmistakable. The animal's features are flawlessly fashioned - thick stripes, lifelike eyes, and a snout that makes you want to nuzzle it. Add this to your space for a host of w

Lehengas are one of the ever-trending trousseaus that can enlighten the wearer’s fashion taste for Indian textiles and love for ethnic wear. Woven here on a pure cotton fabric making it a perfect wear for summers and decorated with the stylish and most demanding bandhani embroidery style. For a typical bandhani beauty, a highly skilled process is involved where the fabric is dyed in the required

Stone-washing has lent this unusual skirt a texture that is lush and soft, and feels great as it sit wrapped around your hips. Available in cool pastels, the motifs are soothing to the eye - palm trees, kaleidoscopic shapes, and curvaceous patterns, all of which have an obvious Eastern feel. This will make for a one-of-a-kind addition to your closet. Wrap-Around Cotton Skirts: https://www.e

Black is the most evergreen color in the entire color palette, that goes well in all kinds of attires and functions; it has the inbuilt characteristic of highlighting a person’s inner beauty and features gracefully. When we look at the delicacy on this page, we automatically connect this garment as appropriate to be worn by the groom’s brother or the bride’s brother, for any heavy function,

A poncho is an outer garment traditionally used to keep the body warm and safe from rain and wind, but now it is popularly designed as a fashion statement. Earlier it was worn majorly as a South American culture garment, but now its style is recognized and followed worldwide. Like the one shown here, ponchos are a single large sheet of fabric with a hole in the center for the head and the remainin

This kurta abounding in rare luster has been crafted out of a textile length known as art-silk. Imitating silk-like texture, similar appearance, and even same softness in touch as has a silk piece, art silk is also called imitation silk. The Satpath Brahmin and other ancient texts to include Buddhist and Jain allude to Kausheya, perhaps silk obtained from cocoons, and various plant fibers and

Superior-quality georgette that lends itself to a fluid fall. The colour a pink so pale, it is transparent across the endpiece. Embroidery that adds weight and beauty to the saree. The Indian saree that you see on this page is an expressive, feminine number and would occupy pride of place in the wardrobe of the modern Indian woman. A soft, youthful number that would look as good at a pooja or a tr

This set of kurta and pajama, tailored out of pure hand spun and hand woven lengths popularly known as khadi, is now Indian people’s most loved wear popular alike among multi-national corporate and renowned celebrities to a village poor and a tribal in a remote jungle hutment. The genuineness of the product is certified by Indian Khadi and Village Industry Board. Though not officially proclaimed

This is one of those dupattas that is unputdownable once you have set your eyes on it. Fashioned from pure homegrown cotton in Kutch, a Western Desert region where fashion is a passionately pursued art form, it comes in a variety of rich pastels, each of which promises to add an aura of the regal to your presence. The extensive prints on these dupattas comprise of colorful folk motifs, set off by