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 No tufting or gathers. They tell stories about our personalities, our income and our dreams. She asserts, "In fact, it is praised for its bi-seasonal potential.Brocades are not restricted to Fall any more as cap embroidery machines Manufacturers well, says creative director of Divani, Sanya Dhir. Designer Dimple Raghani cautions, "You have to be careful if you are a healthy size, because it’s not the most slimming of fabrics. Considered to be one of the finest fabrics, brocade is making a rich comeback on international runways in everything from craftily made spaghetti tops, brocade print on boldly-coloured furs at Mary Katronzou, prints used as burnt velvet on sheer silk at Simone Rocha and jackets and patchwork pieces at Burberry Prorsum."As with many potent looks, the key to pulling it off is about moderation.

 Before that, Banaras was renowned as a cotton weaving centre." She adds, "Brocade can also be teamed with georgette and chiffon, fabrics that allow it to seamlessly adapt to not just structured garments but also fluid and flattering styles."Admittedly, with its eye-catching patterns and often heavier feel, brocade isn’t the most forgiving fabric to wear. "Stick to one patterned item, and make it the centerpiece of your look. The ideal way to use it is in the form of embroidery, given its richness."This is what we call ‘old-school gone new’, thanks to designers, both Indian and international," says designer Anupama Dayal about the fabric’s revival and comeback.

 Brocade weavers and patterns had arrived from Persia (modern-day Iran) via Gujarat and weavers kept arriving from Surat and Ahmedabad and settling in Banaras, displaced by natural calamities and the demise of royal workshops. You also have to have confidence to wear brocade. It’s all about decoration," she adds. Watch out for too much volume as it can make you look like an overstuffed armchair.. These days they can be found in many styles under various price brackets. "Limit it to one piece," suggest designer duo Diya Aroraa and Rajvvir Aroraa of the label DiyaRajvvir. "Brocade — heavy, textured and dramatic — might spark thoughts of antique sofas or curtains in a drafty country house rather than of an elegant wardrobe. There’s a richness and luxury about it. You may also think it’s strictly for the evening but brocade dresses down quite nicely as well.