A trip to Northwestern district of Gujarat

Love exploring Indian culture? Check out these 10 gorgeous portraits of women from various ancient tribes in India including Drokpa, Dhanetah, Bishnois, Kalbelia.

While a minority of Americans are in a post-election meltdown over the browning of America, I feel compelled to admit that the part of America that is in a constant state of flux, always shifting, moving, changing, and accepting of the fact that the only things that unite Americans are a few ideas, is what I love about this place. To be American is to be dynamic, maybe even volatile, but never staid. Looking back, to borrow a Biblical allegory, is to turn into salt. I don't think it's an accident that the winning candidate's slogan was "Forward" — that's the direction we expect from America, even if we're chronically disappointed. Sara Rahbar's Flag series captures some of that desire to transform in a distinctly American way.

Crafted in hand printed cotton canvas, the Lucien vest features a relaxed fit, scoop neck and front buckle closure. This textile has been printed by hand, using traditional methods. Subtle printing and dye variations will occur in this fabric. These are part of the natural beauty and character of the hand printing process, and the signature of the maker's hand.

Heavily embroidered tunic with unusual chain stitch color palette. Having also many rows of heavy silver bosses and over all decoration with early brass pieces , beading and buttons and decorative silver fringe at the hem. The printed lining and buttons date this to the early 20th c.   Fits sizes S - L

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