{"id":67443,"date":"2025-12-11T23:25:20","date_gmt":"2025-12-11T17:55:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/?p=67443"},"modified":"2025-12-22T14:57:57","modified_gmt":"2025-12-22T09:27:57","slug":"bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/","title":{"rendered":"Bomkai Saree: The Pride of Odisha\u2019s Handloom Heritage"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/h1>\n\"\"\n\nOdisha is a land known for its stunning temples and equally stunning textiles. Among its many treasures, one saree stands out for its simplicity and intricate detail\u2014the Bomkai saree<\/strong>.\n\nAlso known as the 'Sonepuri' saree, this handloom marvel is a favorite among women who appreciate traditional Indian art. Whether it is the deep, intense colors or the unique thread work on the pallu, a Bomkai saree is a piece of art you can drape.\n\nIf you are looking to understand what makes this saree so special, you have come to the right place. In this guide, we will explore the history, making process, and modern charm of the Bomkai saree.\n

What is a Bomkai Saree?<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe Bomkai saree gets its name from the village of Bomkai<\/strong> in the Ganjam district of Odisha, where it was first created.\n\nIt is a handloom saree<\/a>, which means it is woven by hand, not by power-driven machines. Traditionally, these sarees are made using low-count cotton yarns, making them comfortable and breathable. However, you will also find lavish silk versions today.\n\nWhat sets a Bomkai apart is its design structure. It typically features a plain body with a contrasting border and a heavily designed pallu<\/em> (the loose end of the saree). The magic lies in the mix of two distinct techniques: Ikat<\/strong> (a dyeing technique) and intricate embroidery-like weaving.\n

Tracing the Roots: A Brief History<\/strong><\/h2>\n\"\"\n\nThe story of the Bomkai saree is relatively young compared to ancient arts like Warli, but it is just as significant.\n\nThe origin dates back to around the 1950s. It was the Bhulia community<\/strong> of weavers in Odisha who brought this art to life. Before the Bomkai, the region was known for producing simple, plain cotton sarees<\/a>. The weavers wanted to create something more luxurious and festive for the local royalty and aristocracy.\n\nThe result was the Bomkai\u2014a saree that transformed the humble cotton fabric into a canvas of mythological stories and nature-inspired motifs.\n

How is a Bomkai Saree Made?<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe creation of a Bomkai saree is a labor-intensive process that requires immense skill and patience. It is a true \"labor of love.\"\n

1. Dyeing the Yarns<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe process begins with color. The cotton or silk yarns are dyed to achieve bright, intense shades. Traditional Bomkai sarees are famous for their bold colors like red, black, dark blue, and yellow. Historically, natural dyes from flowers and vegetables were used. Today, while chemical dyes are common for durability, the intensity of the color remains a signature feature.\n

2. The Weaving Process<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe saree is woven on a pit loom or a handloom. This is where the weaver\u2019s expertise shines.\n
    \n \t
  • The Jaala Technique:<\/strong> The most unique aspect of Bomkai weaving is the \"Jaala\" technique. Jaala<\/em> refers to a complex network of threads that works like a graph for the design. It allows the weaver to lift specific warp threads to create intricate patterns on the weft.<\/li>\n \t
  • It functions almost like a manual computer program, guiding the weaver on where to insert the colored threads to form the design.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    3. Creating the Motifs<\/strong><\/h3>\nWhile the body of the saree is often simple, the pallu is where the weaver tells a story. Using extra weft threads (often in contrasting colors), they weave motifs directly into the fabric. This gives the design an embroidered look, even though it is woven.\n

    Design Elements: Nature and Mythology<\/strong><\/h2>\nIf you look closely at a Bomkai saree, you are looking at the culture of Odisha. The motifs are rarely random; they are deeply rooted in the local environment and beliefs.\n\nCommon motifs include:<\/strong>\n
      \n \t
    • Bitter Gourd (Karela):<\/strong> A symbol of local agriculture.<\/li>\n \t
    • Atasi Flower:<\/strong> A beautiful local flower.<\/li>\n \t
    • Kanthi Phool:<\/strong> Another floral design often seen on the border.<\/li>\n \t
    • Peacocks and Fish:<\/strong> Symbols of beauty and prosperity.<\/li>\n \t
    • Tortoise:<\/strong> Often used to symbolize stability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThe designs are often geometric but have a softness to them because of the thread work. The border often features rows of kumbha<\/em> (temple spires) or rudraksha motifs, adding a spiritual touch to the garment.\n

      Variations of the Bomkai Saree<\/strong><\/h2>\nWhile the classic Ganjam Bomkai is the original, the style has evolved as it moved across regions.\n

      1. Pasapali Bomkai<\/strong><\/h3>\nThis variation is famous for its checkerboard pattern on the body, resembling the board game of Pasa<\/em> (dice). It is intricate and highly mathematical in its weaving.\n

      2. Bapta Saree<\/strong><\/h3>\nThis is a blend of silk and cotton. It offers the sheen of silk with the comfort of cotton, making it a popular choice for office wear or lighter functions.\n

      3. Sonepuri Bomkai<\/strong><\/h3>\nSonepur is another major hub for this weaving style. Sonepuri Bomkai sarees are often brighter and feature more elaborate Ikat patterns on the borders compared to the original Ganjam style.\n

      Bomkai in the Modern World<\/strong><\/h2>\nFor decades, the Bomkai saree was a best-kept secret of Odisha. Today, it has found a global stage.\n

      A Wedding Favorite<\/strong><\/h3>\nIn Odisha, the Bomkai is considered highly auspicious. It is a staple in the bridal trousseau. The heavy silk Bomkai with gold or silver thread work is a popular choice for weddings and religious ceremonies.\n

      Contemporary Fashion<\/strong><\/h3>\nModern designers are falling in love with Bomkai for its versatility.\n
        \n \t
      • Fusion Wear:<\/strong> You can now find Bomkai motifs on dupattas, scarves, and even cushion covers.<\/li>\n \t
      • New Colors:<\/strong> While traditional sarees used dark, earthy tones, modern weavers are experimenting with pastels and neon shades to attract younger buyers.<\/li>\n \t
      • Global Appeal:<\/strong> The saree has been showcased on international runways, celebrated for its sustainable production and intricate craftsmanship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Why You Should Own a Bomkai Saree<\/strong><\/h2>\nIn a world of fast fashion and digital prints, a Bomkai saree is a reminder of the human touch. When you run your fingers over the pallu, you can feel the texture of the extra weft threads\u2014a tactile proof of the weaver's effort.\n\nIt is versatile enough to be worn at a boardroom meeting or a family puja. It is breathable, eco-friendly, and supports a community of skilled artisans who are fighting to keep this ancient tradition alive.\n

        Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe Bomkai saree is more than just six yards of fabric; it is a woven narrative of Odisha\u2019s history. From the intricate Jaala<\/em> work to the humble motifs of fish and flowers, every inch of the saree celebrates life.\n\nWhether you choose a crisp cotton Bomkai for daily wear or a luxurious silk one for a festival, you are draping yourself in a legacy that has survived for generations. As we move forward, cherishing these handloom traditions ensures that the rhythm of the handloom never stops beating.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

        Also known as the ‘Sonepuri’ saree, this handloom marvel is a favorite among women who appreciate traditional Indian art. Whether it is the deep, intense colors<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":46,"featured_media":67524,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wpupg_custom_link":[],"wpupg_custom_link_behaviour":[],"wpupg_custom_link_nofollow":[],"wpupg_custom_image":[],"wpupg_custom_image_id":[],"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[8955],"class_list":["post-67443","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fashion-and-style"],"yoast_head":"\nBomkai Saree: The Pride of Odisha\u2019s Handloom Heritage | Aza Editorials<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover the elegance of Bomkai sarees from Odisha. Learn about their history, intricate designs, and the traditional "Jaala" weaving technique.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Bomkai Saree: The Pride of Odisha\u2019s Handloom Heritage |\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Discover the elegance of Bomkai sarees from Odisha. Learn about their history, intricate designs, and the traditional "Jaala" weaving technique.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Aza Editorials\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AzaFashions\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2025-12-11T17:55:20+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-12-22T09:27:57+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Featured-Iamge-2-2-1.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1680\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"940\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Aza Staff\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@aza_fashions\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@aza_fashions\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Aza Staff\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/d98e1ce2e3ae3fbb099cdce35a163bdb\"},\"headline\":\"Bomkai Saree: The Pride of Odisha\u2019s Handloom Heritage\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-12-11T17:55:20+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-12-22T09:27:57+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/\"},\"wordCount\":1095,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Featured-Iamge-2-2-1.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Fashion and Style\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#respond\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/\",\"name\":\"Bomkai Saree: The Pride of Odisha\u2019s Handloom Heritage | Aza Editorials\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Featured-Iamge-2-2-1.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-12-11T17:55:20+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-12-22T09:27:57+00:00\",\"description\":\"Discover the elegance of Bomkai sarees from Odisha. Learn about their history, intricate designs, and the traditional \\\"Jaala\\\" weaving technique.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Featured-Iamge-2-2-1.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Featured-Iamge-2-2-1.jpg\",\"width\":1680,\"height\":940},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Bomkai Saree: The Pride of Odisha\u2019s Handloom Heritage\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/\",\"name\":\"Aza Avenue\",\"description\":\"\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#organization\",\"name\":\"Aza Fashions\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/app-logo96X961-1.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/app-logo96X961-1.png\",\"width\":96,\"height\":96,\"caption\":\"Aza Fashions\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AzaFashions\",\"https:\/\/x.com\/aza_fashions\",\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/azafashions\/\",\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@Azafashions\",\"https:\/\/in.linkedin.com\/company\/aza-fashions\",\"https:\/\/in.pinterest.com\/AzaFashionsGlobal\/\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/d98e1ce2e3ae3fbb099cdce35a163bdb\",\"name\":\"Aza Staff\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/2df1b33c965bb5a2ef4c9dce4a1469aa\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/1951cc0f5355584eb34b3fdd18906355a37e377da0d212fde814ac7586eae0b2?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/1951cc0f5355584eb34b3fdd18906355a37e377da0d212fde814ac7586eae0b2?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Aza Staff\"},\"description\":\"Aza Staff is a team of writers, creators, and industry insiders who live and breathe fashion. We explore the craft, culture, and creativity behind India\u2019s luxury design scene, bringing you stories that are equal parts stylish and soulful.\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/author\/sagary\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO Premium plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Bomkai Saree: The Pride of Odisha\u2019s Handloom Heritage | Aza Editorials","description":"Discover the elegance of Bomkai sarees from Odisha. Learn about their history, intricate designs, and the traditional \"Jaala\" weaving technique.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Bomkai Saree: The Pride of Odisha\u2019s Handloom Heritage |","og_description":"Discover the elegance of Bomkai sarees from Odisha. Learn about their history, intricate designs, and the traditional \"Jaala\" weaving technique.","og_url":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/","og_site_name":"Aza Editorials","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AzaFashions","article_published_time":"2025-12-11T17:55:20+00:00","article_modified_time":"2025-12-22T09:27:57+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1680,"height":940,"url":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Featured-Iamge-2-2-1.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"Aza Staff","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@aza_fashions","twitter_site":"@aza_fashions","schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/"},"author":{"name":"Aza Staff","@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/d98e1ce2e3ae3fbb099cdce35a163bdb"},"headline":"Bomkai Saree: The Pride of Odisha\u2019s Handloom Heritage","datePublished":"2025-12-11T17:55:20+00:00","dateModified":"2025-12-22T09:27:57+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/"},"wordCount":1095,"commentCount":0,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Featured-Iamge-2-2-1.jpg","articleSection":["Fashion and Style"],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/","url":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/","name":"Bomkai Saree: The Pride of Odisha\u2019s Handloom Heritage | Aza Editorials","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Featured-Iamge-2-2-1.jpg","datePublished":"2025-12-11T17:55:20+00:00","dateModified":"2025-12-22T09:27:57+00:00","description":"Discover the elegance of Bomkai sarees from Odisha. Learn about their history, intricate designs, and the traditional \"Jaala\" weaving technique.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Featured-Iamge-2-2-1.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Featured-Iamge-2-2-1.jpg","width":1680,"height":940},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/bomkai-saree-the-pride-of-odishas-handloom-heritage\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Bomkai Saree: The Pride of Odisha\u2019s Handloom Heritage"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/","name":"Aza Avenue","description":"","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#organization","name":"Aza Fashions","url":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/app-logo96X961-1.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/app-logo96X961-1.png","width":96,"height":96,"caption":"Aza Fashions"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AzaFashions","https:\/\/x.com\/aza_fashions","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/azafashions\/","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@Azafashions","https:\/\/in.linkedin.com\/company\/aza-fashions","https:\/\/in.pinterest.com\/AzaFashionsGlobal\/"]},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/d98e1ce2e3ae3fbb099cdce35a163bdb","name":"Aza Staff","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/2df1b33c965bb5a2ef4c9dce4a1469aa","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/1951cc0f5355584eb34b3fdd18906355a37e377da0d212fde814ac7586eae0b2?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/1951cc0f5355584eb34b3fdd18906355a37e377da0d212fde814ac7586eae0b2?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Aza Staff"},"description":"Aza Staff is a team of writers, creators, and industry insiders who live and breathe fashion. We explore the craft, culture, and creativity behind India\u2019s luxury design scene, bringing you stories that are equal parts stylish and soulful.","url":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/author\/sagary\/"}]}},"authors":[{"term_id":8955,"user_id":46,"is_guest":0,"slug":"sagary","display_name":"Aza Staff","avatar_url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/1951cc0f5355584eb34b3fdd18906355a37e377da0d212fde814ac7586eae0b2?s=96&d=mm&r=g","author_category":"","user_url":"","last_name":"Staff","first_name":"Aza","job_title":"","description":"Aza Staff is a team of writers, creators, and industry insiders who live and breathe fashion. We explore the craft, culture, and creativity behind India\u2019s luxury design scene, bringing you stories that are equal parts stylish and soulful."}],"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/67443","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/46"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=67443"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/67443\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":67526,"href":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/67443\/revisions\/67526"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/67524"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=67443"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=67443"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=67443"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ppma_author?post=67443"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}