A study in cross-cultural inspiration art inspirations. The transitional design on this linen-viscose blend fabric blends traditional African batik painting, and old-world Indian aari techniques. Though embroidered in cotton, its centre is hand-painted with metallic pigment and outlined in aari for a touch of subtle opulence. Simple colour contrasts emphasise the cleanliness of the motif’s silhouette, making it bold, but with understated elegance.