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7 Heritage crafts to include in your trousseau from Royal Fables

By The WMG Bride | 22 Sep, 2015

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While you may be obsessing over that crop top lehenga, or those ultra modern sheer capes to include in your trousseau, there are certain heritage pieces which stand the test of time. Whether its Leheriya or Gota Patti , there is perhaps nothing more luxurious than hand-made, heritage weaves all of which will be available at Royal Fables Exhibition  which is on at the Hyatt, Delhi from 26th-27th September. Royal fables is an exhibition which brings together products from the Royal families of different states of India and puts them together in one luxurious expo. We picked out some of the crafts we think you should definitely check out:

Outfits with Leheriya and Gota Work, available at Royal Fables

Leheriya : Leheriya is such a versatile form of tie and dye because it can totally be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. You can as easily wear a floor length leheriya flowy gown for your pool party, as you can wear a traditional leheriya lehenga for your engagement, Find Leheriya at the Saanchi stall at Royal Fables

Patola Sarees: They say it takes upto 6 months to weave 1 Patola saree- if that's not luxury, then we dont know what is. These silk weaves graced royal families and aristocrats of yester year, and can still as easily fit into your wedding trousseau if styled right. Exquisite pure golden silver weaves from The Mandawas will be available at Royal Fables for your fancy!

Gota patti - If you have been hunting all over Delhi for that perfect Gota patti lehenga for your mehendi, your search ends here people. Straight from Rajasthan- the home of Gota patti, you can find exquisite craftsmanship at Palace atelier and find rich bridal gota patti from Kanwarani Kamini Singh at Royal Fables

Chikankari - One piece you NEED to have in your trousseau: A gorgeous white (or lemon) Chikankari salwar kameez. You will be amazed at how versatile this heritage craft of Lucknow is. Whether its a dinner party to attend, or a Roka function, Chikankari work speaks elegance like no other. Find stunning chikankari work at the Kunwarani Ritu Sinhji and Rajkumari Veena Singh at Royal Fables

Miniature paintings - If you are an offbeat bride, then the kitsch, quirky vibe of Kishangarh paintings have been bought to life by Studio Kishangarh at Royal Fables. Browse the funky motifs of lotus, cows, feathers and florals as they combine together to make a statement making saree, scarf of cushion cover . If Kishangarh art is not your thing then the miniatures from the Lambargaon school of art, Kangra will definitely catch your fancy.

Dabka work : You may not know what its called, but we guarantee you your bridal lehenga will probably have a generous dose of Dabka work already.Dabka is a very fine thread of metal that is cut into different sizes and stitched onto fabric, giving a royal, ornate look. Dont miss this craft showcased by Rajkumari Alkarani Singh

Handcrafted Poshak: If opulent, old world luxury is your thing, then Umang Huthessing's handcrafted regalia will have you in a tizzy. Exquisite zardozi and threadwork on rich velvets- this one is definitely meant for royalty.

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