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Longpi Pottery – Manipur’s black & beautiful stone craft 
Stately black, smooth and exquisitely formed, Manipur’s Longpi pottery is an instant eye-catcher. More popularly known as Manipur’s Black Pottery, the craft is practiced by the Tangkhul peoples of Ukhrul, specifically in Longpi – a general reference to 2 villages in the area – Longpi Kajui and Longpi Khullen. Pottery as a tradition has…
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Color Me Good
Why natural dyes are a win-win for us & the planet Blue hues of Indigo that impersonate water to soothe our souls, brilliant yellows of turmeric and marigold that make us happy and bold reds of roses and madder to get us charged up…colors are our eyes’ first interface with the world around us and…
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The Flamboyant Leheriya from Rajasthan
With its mesmerizing, wave like patterns in a burst of colors, Leheriya is a perennial crowd pleaser. An exquisite craft born in the desert state of Rajasthan, Leheriya is named after the Hindi word for ‘waves,’ ‘leher.’ Made using a precise, time-intensive resist tie dyeing technique, Leheriya is the go-to textile on festivals like Holi,…
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Pashmina: Woven Tapestries of Art
A pashmina is a piece of history, an aesthetic superlative and in fact tangible wealth that we can (and do!) pass on to the next generations. Most of us have a pashmina in our closet given to us by our moms or grandmothers. Its folds holding tales of another time, a whiff of their perfume…
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Natu Mistry’s Streetscapes
Hawkers calling out customers, cows crossing the streets, rikshaw-pullers taking on a hefty load of passengers, a rush of people coming and going to work or simply enjoy a cuppa chai by the roadside, we sure miss the hustle bustle of the streets. In association with Archer Art Gallery, we present Natu Mistry’s collection ‘Panoramic…
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Afraa
White on white Sanganeri block prints for a chic season. An ode to spring after the dreary months of winter, Jaypore’s newest capsule of separates is a study in simple sophistication. Kurtas, pants, and dupattas on a white cotton canvas are adorned with tonal Sanganeri block prints, giving new meaning to tone-on-tone. Perfect for the…
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Harshika
Embroidered cotton mul separates in fashion-forward cuts. In marshmallow pink and eggshell white, delicate embroidery and asymmetrical silhouettes and our most popular style of pants comes Jaypore’s fresh brew of easy-on-the-eyes, stylist-approved edit of kurtas and pants. Perfect for a fun day out on town with your squad, a long, lazy brunch with family or…
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Saree 101: The Chic Six-Yards Your Closet Needs
Chic LBDs, floaty anarkalis, silk kurtas or billowing tulle and lace gowns; your wardrobe can have all of these and yet not be complete because it’s missing that one iconic piece of clothing – the saree. Six yards of fantasy come alive in exquisite weaves, stirring motifs, and an unbelievable palette of colors, and you…
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Ankiya
Of the many block-printing traditions of India, Ajrakh holds a pride of place with its traditional motifs and earthy palette. Jaypore’s newest edit of modal separates by master craftsman, Sufiyan Ismail Khatri, presents modern, refined styles, cut in feminine silhouettes, with functional details such as pockets, and flashes of gota, for a dose of indulgence.…
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#WomenWeSalute: Inspirational Tales Of Incredible Women
They’ve single-handedly planted entire forests, driven ambulances in WWII, and helped mothers bring healthy babies into the world. They’ve banded women farmers together and taught them how to increase their yield and market their products. They’ve aided and taught life skills to the visually impaired. They’ve plunged into the jazz scene and Hollywood with their dulcet voices…
Storytellers of Wonder 