The Design Museum in London is hosting an exhibition centred on Indian saris, displaying 60 varieties created using innovative methods. Titled ‘The Offbeat Sari’, the exhibition is the first large-scale exhibition in the UK featuring the garment.
The Offbeat Sari: Making waves globally
Published by: Team GI Youth
Published on 31, May 2023
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