Fabric from Banaras with Woven Tibetan Symbols in Self-Colored Thread
Gentle hand-wash separately in cold water with a mild detergent. Avoid soaking. Iron on medium heat while slightly damp.
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Behind this piece
Banaras has woven its mythology in thread for over a thousand years, and the Kasim family carries that lineage forward in a quietly unexpected direction. Here, the loom holds not Mughal florals but Tibetan symbols, rendered in self-coloured thread so the pattern lives in texture rather than contrast. This is jacquard restraint at its most considered: the motifs surface only in certain light, the way a secret reveals itself slowly. Polyester allows the intricate weave structure to hold with precision, keeping every symbol crisp across the full width of the fabric.
How to style
In Desert Flower, cut this fabric into a structured kurta and wear it to a winter gallery opening with oxidised silver earrings and block-printed dupatta. Forever Blue rewards a wide-leg palazzo silhouette, finished with tan kolhapuris and a single strand of pearl. Moss Gray is tailored for the contemplative wardrobe: stitch it into a long, unlined jacket worn over a cotton kurta for a literary evening or a quiet festive gathering. The self-coloured weave means jewellery reads without competition, and embroidered footwear adds warmth without overwhelming the fabric's own quiet pattern.
Fabric & care
Polyester holds its structure well, but this fabric carries a woven texture that deserves considered handling. Hand wash in cool water with a gentle, pH-neutral detergent; avoid wringing, which distorts the jacquard weave. Lay flat on a clean cotton towel to dry, away from direct sunlight, which can shift the subtler Desert Flower and Moss Gray tones over time. Iron on a low, polyester-safe setting with a pressing cloth between iron and fabric. Store folded along the weave grain, not rolled, and keep in a breathable cotton bag to preserve the surface integrity across many seasons of use.
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