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Raksha Bollywood Tote - Neon Carnival


Sale price$119.00

One of a kind Tote bag, sewn in fine layers of contrastiing highly ornate ribbon lengths and bunting. These bags have developed from a tradtional theli or shopping bag, used by most embroidering communitiesof Kutch. It is a sort of status symbol to bring a decorted bag to town for shopping. The style announces the useres cultural identity.

Modernisation of the traditional technique is what keeps the craft alive and vital. These bags are the latest Rabari fashion, employing time saving devices such as machine embroidery and rickrack. The founder of htese bags, Pabiben is a passionate entrepreneur, innovative craftswoman and a stong-willled mentor, who has paved the way for many in her village of Mundra, and dreams to help other women achieve independence.

Her bags have featured on the big screen in films like `Luck by Chance' and `The Other End Of The Line'

Two ornate straps; fully lined in dark cotton. Two internal pockets for ease. 

Great for your every need. This bag is strong and beautiful. 

Size:  40 cm wide x 30 cm high with 10 cm wide gussett. Length of shoulder strap 62 cm.

 

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