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Will Indian silk make a brawny entry into the US market?
Shrouded in myths and folklore the mystery of the Indian silk fabrics deepens with the magic of its craftsman. How much would President Obama get enchanted with this delicate wonder?
Silk, the much sought after fabric, and much considered as important in haute couture. Normally considered as a luxury trade, reputation for silk has now reached its crest. Admired by thousands in spectacular garment shows; on the catwalks of London, New York and Paris, novel products from silk fabrics have boosted the image of this illustrious textile.
India is the largest importer of silk, and is the second biggest producer. India and China together produce 80% of the world's raw silk. More than 90% of the silk made in India is multivoltine in nature, while EU and US markets have a demand for bivoltine silk. (Multivoltine silk is yellowish in color, and can be obtained throughout the year. Bivoltine silk is white in color, very delicate, and is considered as the best quality silk.) The strength of the Indian silk industry lies in its wide base and sustaining market especially from the weaving sector, adequately supported by the sericulture projects, research, and training capabilities.
US is the biggest importer of silk and silk products such as interior decoration fabrics, accessories, and garments. US consumers do not have a long history of using silk, unlike China or India. But, in the span of time, the country has become a major importer of Chinese silk knitted apparels. Easy care being a prime consideration in a country like US, silk fabrics with such properties are now competing in the market with other fibres. Imports of silk bed linen into US have almost doubled in the past two yeas. India holds 40% share in the US market for bed linens.
The transparency of the Indian silk fabrics makes it more delicate, enabling the designer to get a structured look along with a transparent effect. The fluid and flowing nature of the fabric enables a sculpting to the garment, making it to look appealing.
As a proof of the Indian craftsmanship, two silk gifts are planned for the US President Barak Obama on his forthcoming visit to India later this year. A silk farmer has woven a scarf of 1 sq mt which weighing just 30 grams and by using the fibre from two cocoons. He is now in the process of weaving a silk sari measuring 6 metres in length, and 44 inches width. The sari is planned to be woven by using only 3-4 cocoons, and weighing approximately 70 grams. The sari is so lightweight, that it sill fit into a match box. Both fabrics are believed to be the lightest fabric of the world, and would be considered for the Guinness book of world records.
These gifts are expected to create a positive and powerful image about the Indian silk products in the US fashion diligence. During 2009-10 silk exports from India to the US accounted to ` 417 crores, comprising a 14.5% of the total silk exports. It was a decline of 29% compared with the previous years figures. Despite this decline, US still remains a top importer of silk products from India.
Gliding gracefully with poise and flair, Indian silk fabrics are homing in from the ancient traditions into the fashion promenades and arc lights. Along with the glory of the fabrics, the craftsmen whose forte is silk weaving will also come under the spotlight. The traditional Indian craft and craftsmanship have all the possibilities of getting a global recognition.
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 100% Satin Charmeuse Silk Traditional Chinese Painting Collage Square Scarf - Tan List Price: Sale Price: $25.45 You save: $7.50 (23%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionA unique and gorgeous 100% silk charmeuse square scarf with a collage of traditional Chinese paintings including the fertility which brings luck to whom want to have babies. The scarf measures approximately 35... |
 12 Jewelry Chinese Silk Pouches Chain Gift Display 3.5" Sale Price: $9.28 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description12 Assorted Chinese Jewelry Pouches. This is a new set of 12 assorted Chinese jewelry pouches. Each has an inside zipperand is padded. The snap closure guarantees your items safety. All of the pouches have a floral design on them and come in different colors like red, blue, purple, etc... |
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 Chinese Mahjong Game Set With Silk Carrying Case MED Sale Price: $25.99 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionMahjong is a game of skill, strategy, intelligence, calculation and luck originated in China.This mahjong set includes everything you need to get started. Mahjong tiles are made of ivory color fiberglass, engraved with Chinese characters and roman numbers in bright colors... |
 Chinese Silk Pagoda Folding Fan Sale Price: $12.99 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThis Chinese pagoda folding fan is made from paper and covered in silk fabric. The handle is made from wood. This Chinese pagoda folding fan is 13 inches long and was made in China. |
 Round Chinese Japanese Silk Lantern 8" White - Just Artifacts Brand Sale Price: $1.98 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionGreat for party and home decoration. |
 Black Solid Silk Mary Jane Chinese Shoes Size 38 Sale Price: $22.00 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionIf I were entitled to only one pair of shoes I would go with black Chinese Mary Janes. Why? To begin with they are affordable. Sturdy cotton, silk, and velvet Chinese shoes go with any fabric in any season, dressy or casual... |
 The Children of Huang Shi List Price: Sale Price: $7.99 You save: $20.97 (72%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThe Children of Huang Shi is a powerful, inspiring film about a real-life, outsider hero who emerged from Japan's catastrophic invasion of China in 1937. A British journalist, George Hogg (Jonathan Rhys Meyers) sneaks into Nanjing at the height of Japan's destruction of that cosmopolitan city... |
 Chinese Golden Silk Mahjong Mahjongg Game Set Sale Price: $31.19 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionEverything you need to get started playing the centuries-old game of mahjong is here in this practical and portable set. Ivory color tiles are engraved with crisp, clear Chinese characters. The attractive golden silk embroidered case makes this set a great gift as well! This set contains 144 tiles for the Chinese version of mahjong... |
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Geese in the Water Silk Screen (China) $133.99 Add a touch of the East to your home decor with the Geese in the Water Silk ScreenHand-painted Chinese silk paintings are produced by craftsman using traditions handed down over generationsWall decor can fold in four sections |
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'Cranes in Full Moon' 18x36-inch Silk Screen Painting (China) $79.99 The Cranes in Full Moon motif depicts beautiful cranes and marsh plants in a wetland at moonrise. Matted with a fine Chinese silk brocade border. This piece comes with lacquered brass geometric hangers for easy mounting. |
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Ching Ming Festival Silkscreen (China) $147.99 Add a touch of the East to your home decor with the Ching Ming Festival Silk ScreenOur handpainted Chinese silk paintings are produced individually by a craftsman using traditions handed down over generations |
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Large Dragons Playing Silkscreen (China) $270.99 Add a touch of Far Eastern charm to your home decor with the Dragons Playing Silk ScreenThis handpainted Chinese silk screen has been individually crafted using traditional methods handed down for generations |
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Chinese Silks (Hardcover) $53.92 Over the past fifty years, archaeological explorations in China have unearthed a wealth of textile materials, some dating as far back as five thousand years. In this magnificently researched and illustrated book, preeminent Westernand Chinese schol... |
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