Ghar ki shaadi and hundreds of traditions go hand in hand. One of such traditions in Marwari and Jain families in Gujarat is to give a Gharchola dupatta to the bride. Let's decode what exactly a Gharchola dupatta is? Here, "Ghar" refers to the bride's new home and "Chola" means her wedding costume. After the wedding, the bride enters her new home wearing a Gharchola dupatta covering her head and shoulders implying she comes with everyone's blessings and good wishes.
The speciality of an original Gharchola dupatta/ saree/ odhani/ chunari lies in its Zari Chowka (Golden Checks), the intricate grid patterns with various motifs in between. The dupatta is dyed in auspicious colors like deep red, maroon, rani pink and beautiful ombres.
Kalasheel Gharchola and Meenakari dupattas are finely crafted by the skilled weavers of Jamnagar and Rajkot in Gujarat in Khaddi Georgette fabric. With the help of a wooden block and two sets of needles, the fabric is woven in Meenakari Neemzari technique using multiple colourful threads, creating a seamless finish. The stunning fact is that even the colorful threads used in making the motifs are hand crafted by the weavers.
Vibrant Gharchola and Meenakari dupattas need not to make a comeback as they were never out of style. It can be styled in all beautiful ways for that aesthetic royal vibe. Be it for the dulhan rituals, or draping for covering heads at religious festivities or pairing it with your suit, Kalasheel dupattas will make you feel like a queen on your special day.
Ajrakh, the choice of Alia Bhatt and many more
Ajrakh is the choice of everyone's favourite Alia Bhatt and crores of Indians. From its unique designs to being closest to nature, Ajrakh is the favourite of all traditional print lovers. Some 400 years back, this beautiful Hand-block print came to Kutch, Gujarat from Sindh. Craftsmen from the Khatri community used to practice their art on the banks of Dhamadka river.
Ajrakh is loved by not only dupatta-suit lovers but also nature lovers. The ingredients used for Ajrakh Hand-block printing are all derived from nature. Herbs, vegetable essence, wild indigo, pomegranate bark, and camel dung are used in large quantities. Not just these, it also includes yummy tamarind and jaggery with rusted iron to create print dyes. With these natural qualities, Ajrakh becomes suitable to wear around the year. During summers, pores expands which makes the fabric breathable and comfy. While in winters, these pores close and provide warmth.
Ajrakh printing includes an elaborate 16-step process including Saaj- washing, Harde dyeing, Sun drying, Kasanu- treating of clothes, Khariyanu- making outline of prints, black block printing, Gach- resisting some areas of fabric from dyeing, dyeing in indigo, Vichharnu - washing of cloth and finally, Rang- revealing of cloth. The wooden blocks used in Ajrakh printing are made of teak wood and are crafted by craftsmen who have mastered the art of chiseling them for years into beautiful and complex patterns.
Kalasheel is known for embracing the traditions and Ajrakh tops our list with its intricate designs and rich history. Kalasheel provides 100% cotton Ajrakh suits adorned with hand block print and natural dyes. Thoughtfully designed by Kalasheel for your wardrobe where each suit is made by hand of Artisans and sacred colors from nature.
If you're dealing with these radiant Ajrakhs for the first time, make sure to gently hand wash separately with mild/liquid detergents. Excess colours may bleed when washed for the first time as they are hand-dyed. You should also avoid soaking for a long time. Don't hesitate to flaunt your stunning Ajrakhs on every occasion. Be it your office party, get-togethers, or traditional festivities like Rakhi or Teej, style your Ajrakh suits without thinking twice.
Gifts for Her
In India, festivals hold a special place in our hearts, eagerly awaited and cherished. But if the wait for festival season feels too long, we're experts at creating our own reasons to celebrate. Such happy moments call for gifts - gifts that are unique, handpicked, emotional, suitable for different sizes and occasions, and can cater to all budgets. One perfect gift for ladies is dupatta-suits. And the prime reason for it? For us women, clothes are never enough or more. We always need more collections in different colors, designs, and fabrics in our wardrobe. New clothes make us instantly happy. If you gift a woman a pretty suit, she'll wear it on her favorite occasions and remember you in all the compliments she will receive.
We've grown up dancing to different versions of 'Tenu Suit Suit Karda.' There's no doubt that a dupatta suit won't suit your favorite woman because Suit sabko suit karta hai. No wonder your dupatta-suit gift for her will complement her beautifully and enhance her beauty even more. Choosing a gift for her is not an easy task. We ladies are picky and moody. Not any random gift will make us happy. We might not like it but we won't say it to your face. So the final verdict is dupatta-suit is an easy and safe option to gift your lady love, mother, saasu maa, chachi, dadi, and all the other dear women of your life.
Worrying about the budget, different style preferences and sizes? Kalasheel is your saviour for all kinds of unstitched dupatta-suits. Available in all ranges - 1100, 2100, 3100, and 5100, Kalasheel caters to everyone's budget. Kalasheel Dupatta-suits in different fabrics with unique embroidery and patterns are suitable for all age groups, from your dadi and Nani to your choti behen. Kalasheel is for everyone. With Kalasheel, you can have these beautifully crafted suits tailored to your specific sizes and height, ensuring a perfect fit every time. Say goodbye to the hassle of ill-fitting gifts and embrace the versatility of Kalasheel.
Pasand Nahi Aaya Toh? If she doesn't like it, there's a very rare chance, but in that case, Kalasheel provides a free exchange facility. Not just that, you can also get a credit note issued if you don't feel like shopping at that moment, which can be used later on. Delhiites have a special privilege in this case. Last-minute shopping habits won't go away. Kalasheel provides a solution by providing same-day delivery or delivery within 24 hours for all your last-minute plans. We'll prioritize your order and make sure that your gift for her stands out from the crowd. Your dear ones will not only love the suit but also the packaging. Premium specially crafted packaging which can be reused for keeping your suits later after getting it stitched.
All in all, if you want to make that special woman in your life happy and excited, gift her a dupatta suit from Kalasheel.