The breathtaking collection of silk garments designed from the ethnic silk varieties of Jharkhand received an overwhelming response from the people at the Amazon India Fashion Week (AIFW) 2017 where Jharkhand participated as a partner state. From incredible sarees designed in lustrous tussar silk to kurtas woven from Kuchai, garments created from some of the best organic fabric of Jharkhand were put on display as internationally acclaimed designers showcased their work.
The fashion show was put together by Jharcraft (Jharkhand Silk Textile and Handicraft Development Corporation ltd) with an objective to put spotlight on the exquisite and organic fabrics handcrafted by craftsmen of the state.
Top models sashayed the ramp displaying the elegant collections as the designers showcased their designs made of Tussar silk, Kuchai silk and other handloom fabrics of Jharkhand. Some of India’s top fashion designers, including Rina Dhaka, Shaina NC, Shruti Sancheti, Divya and Ambika Jain showcased their latest fashion collections designed from Jharkhand’s rich fabrics and handloom. Tussar Silk, a special silk variety produced in eastern and central India, primarily in Jharkhand, was the special focus of the collection. India is the second largest producer of Tussar silk and the exclusive producer of Indian Tussar (also known as tropical tussar). The artisans producing the silk are largely poor tribals from Jharkhand state. In its quest to improve sources of livelihood for these artisans, Jharcraft works to promote their work and take it to national and international platforms.
“These silks are a deep manifestation of the tribal arts and crafts of the region and reflect well-springs of creativity endowed with the ethnic communities of Jharkhand. Recognizing it as a source of income, the artisans of the state have in recent years further cultivated and enhanced their skills as well as variety of products. Jharkhand is today the leading producer of Tussar silk which is attracting much attention, especially among the discerning fabric lovers. We are working aggressively to take ours fabrics and handlooms to global markets and reap rich dividends for our artisans,” said Jharcraft Managing Director K Ravi Kumar.