Weavers Studio, a brand synonymous with handmade, handcrafted and eco-friendly fashion for close to three decades, is hosting their annual pre-Puja sale at their flagship store in Ballygunge. On till today, the exhibition displays a smart, stylish and eclectic collection of saris, readymade garments, fabrics, unstitched sets, kurtas, stoles, bags and more.
“The story of handcrafted, sustainable, natural-dyed, hand-block printed, hand-embroidered textiles forms the core of our collections. All round the year and specially before the Pujas, it is our philosophy to support, through our work, the entire community of artisans and craftspersons so that they are able to flourish and help in the growth of our ecosystem as a whole,” said Darshan Shah, founder-director of Weavers Studio.
The Telegraph dropped in and checked out some fabulous picks that promise to add an extra dash of cheer to your festive dressing. Snapshots.
What: Weavers Studio’s pre-Puja showcase, in association with The Telegraph
Where: 5/1 Anil Moitra Road, Ballygunge Place
On till: Today; 9.30am-6.30pm
Opt for a smart, sophisticated look at formal occasions this festive season with this reversible long jacket in block print and kantha work on tussore on one side and pure cotton on the other. Price: Rs 22,500
Your evening look for the Pujas is sorted with this glamorous turquoise hand-printed tussore kurta with handloom sleeves and back. Perfect for a night out partying or pandal-hopping with friends. Price: Rs 16,500
Rock the traditional look in this natural dyed black Jamdani sari with multicoloured buta, Bangladesh style. Price: Rs 3,50,000
Grab one of these beautiful Nepali style pure silk dupattas with Jamdani work and pair it with a salwar-kurta in contrasting shades, to instantly up your style quotient at any Puja party. Price: Rs 4,850
Make a classy fashion statement as you arrive at any festive gathering draped in this antique-designed Benaras style pure silk purple Baluchari sari with multicoloured floral motifs, and inspired by a museum piece. Price: Rs 75,000
Go casual yet chic on busy Puja mornings. Take your pick from a colourful array of smartly-designed unstitched top, bottom and dupatta sets in kantha stitch on tussore. Price: Rs 22,000 to 26,000
Customise these soft, comfortable monochrome handloom dress-materials with silver zari border into a dress, kurti, blouse or any other attire of your choice for those lazy, breezy Pujo mornings at home. Price: Rs 1,100 to 1,400 per metre
These elegantly designed, spacious bags made from leftover khadi fabrics in natural dyes will be perfect for gifts, or great accessories for your own outfits. Price: Rs 6,500 and above
Pictures: Kaushik Saha