Handloom sensations from ‘the abode of clouds’ – Meghalaya

Category: Fashion

Meghalaya, one of the more well-known of the seven sisters of the North East of India, it is a state with highest records of rainfall, has very dense forests, a sizeable number of rivers, a great bio-diversity that is rich in flora and fauna and a small belt rich in minerals like limestone and uranium. In a sizeable population of Christians, followed by tribals, the languages spoken are English, Khasi and Garo. Meghalaya is also home to exceptional handloom fabrics like the saree and salwar kameez The special features of Meghalaya Sarees Known for good quality handloom fabrics, Meghalaya silk sarees are made from the muga silk, eri or endi varieties of silk, the fabrics are soft and smooth. Known for their durability and texture, Meghalaya silk sarees are a good canvas for eye catching patterns in zari through zardozi, ari, gota and other traditional styles of embroidery. Fashion Prints of batik, Bagru hand block, Bandhani, Leheriya, come out very well on Meghalaya silk sarees. Additionally kundan work, beads, pearls add to the allure. The cotton quality grown in Meghalaya is also good and soft and with good adaptability for colours, Meghalaya cotton sarees with floral prints, attractive bootis, very attractive multi-colour and zari borders and exquisite embroidery on lovely designs are a hit with the market.