Silver-Gray Long Jacket from Kashmir with Floral Aari Embroidery by Hand

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If you are a lover of ethnic fashion, then you need to have a sample or two of Kashmir’s gorgeous textile produce. For those of us for whom shawls and sarees would be too heavy to be worn frequently, a statement jacket such as the one you see on this page would be a great pick. It is a long, button-down number, the colour of silver that meets the eye deep under the waters of a Kashmiri lake. From the high, close-fitting collar to the hemline that grazes the knees, this jacket has a silhouette that is straight-cut and relaxed.

The most statement-making aspect of this jacket are the panels of embroidery along the edges. Superimposed on the fine silken fabric is a complex network of crewelwork. Known as ari in the local language, it is a technique of embroidery that is endemic to the snow-clad valley. Zoom in on the same to appreciate the superb precision of the work and the complexity of the finish. Done in cool pastel tones such as greens, greys, and blues, this embroidered jacket is sure to turn heads no matter the occasion.