An exquisite exhibition of Bhopali Karigari on purses is being displayed at Mrignayanee Emporium GTB Complex.
Notably, the Bhopali purses are one of the famous and beautiful stuffs for the women. They carry it on any occasion over any attire it looks as trendy as ever. The exhibition on Bhopali purses or batua is showcased at Mrignayanee Emporium. The exhibition began here from April 7 and would continue till April 15.
While talking to The Pioneer, manager of Mrignayanee Emporium, GTB Complex Ml Sharma said, “This is first time we have exclusively put up an exhibition on Bhopali purses defining the tehzeeb and never ending fashion trend of the city.” Elaborating further he said, “These purses have remained a style statement years ago for the Begums of Bhopal as they used to carry these batuas (round shaped purse) along with them matching with their attire. So we have endeavoured to bring back that trend to the city and spread it amongst the youngsters.”
More than a thousand varieties are available at the emporium and there has been an array of vibrant colours like golden, red, blue and many more. Moreover some of the batuas have been adorned with the zari work, kundan work, mirror work, pearl work and colourful threads as well. The cost of these purses begins from Rs360 to Rs1870.
This is not all. The interesting thing about these batuas is that they have been exclusively designed by students and designers of National Institute of Designing (NID) and National Institute of Fashion Training (NIFT). The designers have given a new looks to the purses. Keeping in mind the unique factor of Bhopali Purses they have experimented with the current fashion technology which has given the purses even more beautiful appearance.
One of the unique purses is ‘Nariyal Srifal purse’ it is a coconut shaped batua which is usually used for giving shagun. Sharma further said, “These purses even now can be carried on any attire yet they look stunning and trendy.”