History and Influence of Muslin (Malmal) in Bengal, India, and Nepal
Muslin was made in Dhaka (Sonargaon) from very fine yarn, which is made from cotton called Phuti karpas; while in Malda, Radhanagar and Burdwan, muslin was made from fine yarn made from nurma or kaur cotton. A minimum of 300-count yarn was used for the muslin, making the muslin as transparent as glass. The Story […]
The Legacy of Dambarkumari: A Pioneer in Nepali Fashion
Dambarkumari, the daughter of Jung Bahadur Rana, is often celebrated as Nepal’s first fashion designer. She played a pivotal role in shaping the fashion and textile landscape of Nepal during the late 19th century, particularly through her work with muslin fabric. Introducing the Dambarkumari Fabric Inspired by traditional muslin from Bengal, Dambarkumari saw an opportunity […]