Pre-weaving dyeing techniques developed independently in regions all around the world—notably in the South American Andes, the Middle East, and all throughout Asia—over the past two millennia. But the ...

All the items in “Irresistible: The Global Patterns of Ikat” — well, all but one — were woven with the same painstaking technique. But the robes, wraps and wall hangings on exhibit at the George ...

What do Oscar de la Renta and Rasul Mirzaahmedov have in common? The New York fashion designer and the Uzbek master weaver share a passion for ikat, a fabric created through a complex process called ...

From bold geometric motifs to intricate floral patterns, ikat fabrics showcase a rich tapestry of colours and textures, making each piece a true work of art The mood for this holiday season is ...

Fabindia recently used ikat patterns in a collection of newly designed cabinets and mirrors. Creating a six-yard Bomkai saree is not easy— it is time consuming and labour intensive. No one can know it ...

Some human works last for centuries, or even millennia. Ancient pottery, carvings from Greece, India and China and even pre-historic cave paintings survive through the years and give us plentiful ...

After attending the Association of Design Education’s annual conference in Providence last month, I was pleasantly surprised with the new color and pattern introductions this fall season. Pairing them ...

Well, it may be known to mankind since ages, but it has made a comeback recently, thanks to the perseverance of many Indian designers and endorsements by Indian film stars. Ikat, which has recently ...