Bagru Hand-Block Print

Bagru hand-block printing derives its name from one of the most famous centers of hand-block printing in Rajasthan, Bagru. The Chhipa community is known for practicing this artisanal skill for over 350 years.

In this process of dyeing, a plain bright fabric is tinted yellow using Harda powder first. The base color of the fabric is usually shades of white, cream, and beige.

Then, natural colors such as red, and black are used for printing using carved wooden blocks.

More the blocks used, more detailed are the designs.

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Black Floral Block Printed Cotton Midi Slip Dress

$55
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Block Printed Cotton Brick Red Short Skirt

$48
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Traditional Block Printed Cotton High-Rise Pant

$51
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Black Geometric Block Printed Elasticated Short Boxer Shorts

$30
Front Detail of a Model wearing Floral Bagru Printed Kaftan Maxi DressFront View of a Model wearing Floral Bagru Printed Kaftan Maxi Dress
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Natural Dyed Block Print Short Cotton Kaftan

$52
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Beige Floral Cotton Block Print Floor Length Jumpsuit

$60
Front Detail of a Model wearing Black Floral A-Line Cotton Flared SkirtFront View of a Model wearing Black Floral A-Line Cotton Flared Skirt
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Black Floral Block Print Cotton Flared Skirt

$37
Close View of a Model wearing Brick Red Bagru Asymmetrical Midi DressFront View of a Model wearing Brick Red Bagru Asymmetrical Midi Dress
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Brick Red Block Print Asymmetrical Cotton Midi Dress

$61
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Traditionally, the colors used in this dyeing technique are obtained naturally. Greys are taken from Alum, and blacks are derived from Syahi (ink) that is made of fermented waste iron, jaggery, and water.

Initially, the prints were primarily floral and inspired by vegetations. Under Persian influence, they became more geometrical.

This art of dyeing clothes is not only beautiful but is also eco-friendly, skin-friendly and lasts a lifetime.