Holt Renfrew’s Alexandra Weston launches Uncrate India project with House of Waris

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Located in the centre of Dehli, The Red Fort is an iconic symbol of India and was the residence of the Mughal emperors of India for more than 200 years. Now, it is home to multiple museums.
Alexandra Weston and Waris Ahluwalia visit a carpet manufacturing studio in Jaipur. Photo: © Christopher Wray-McCann.
Alexandra and Waris visited Ratan textiles in Jaipur, India, where artisans hand-chisel wooden blocks to produce patterned fabrics.
Alexandra Weston and Waris Ahluwalia take part in the Batik process in Udaipur. Photo credit: Christopher Wray-McCann
A craftswoman demonstrates the traditionally-made Batik technique, in which wax is applied and re-applied to cloth to create complex and beautiful designs. Photo credit Christopher Wray McCann
Block-printed and silk-screened scarves, as well as customized bed covers and cushion covers, will be available at Holt Renfrew.
Aish scarf $90 - $240 at Holt Renfrew’s Uncrate India shop
Alexandra and Waris spent some time riding with the decorated elephants in Jaipur. "Waris and I laughed almost the whole way up to the Amber Fort on top of our elephant trying to hold on for dear life!" said Alexandra. "There was so much to take in, the colour, the smell, the sounds, the views while trying not to fall off."
In Mandawa, Waris' friends organized a private dinner on top of the Castle turret. The sunset at night was a sight to behold!
The Royal Retreat in Udaipur.
1701 wallet $128 at Holt Renfrew’s Uncrate India shop
OUTHOUSE necklace $295 at Holt Renfrew’s Uncrate India shop.
House of Waris Polki sliced diamond slice double drop earrings, large, 18k gold – price available upon request at Holt Renfrew’s Uncrate India shop.
Hot Pink notebooks $8-28 at Holt Renfrew’s Uncrate India shop.
On day one, the team visited Dehli's Red Fort to collect inspiration.
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