These Photos Prove Why Rajasthan is the Boho Capital of the World

Move over LA. These photos prove Rajasthan is the ‘baap’ of the ‘boho-verse’.

A woman wearing traditional Rajasthani attire and a man wearing a pagdi. Photo shot during the Bundi Utsav 2016 in Bundi, Rajasthan. (Photo: Abhimanyu Singh Rathore)

You’ve obviously seen Rajasthan’s bright colours, cool pagdis, and more.

A woman wearing a waist belt or Kamarband. Photograph shot during the Bundi Utsav 2016 in Bundi, Rajasthan. (Photo: Abhimanyu Singh Rathore)

Colorful shakra dance performers during Bundi Utsav.

Floral details.

Musical artist of Rajasthan.

Dhoti, kurta & shawl.

But have you seen its rich cultural heritage develop into a design aesthetic that’s making it..like.. the boho capital of the world? Well, then, catch all the action here, with these pictures from the recently concluded Rajasthan Heritage Week.

Uff.. These Boho Accessories

Jewellery for men.

Bangles & beauty.

Supermodel Lakshmi Rana getting ready for the show backstage.

Model Adarsh Nair.

Model Ashanti.

Candid moment with model Rhea.

Model Rishabh Bajaj.

Model Swathi Bhandary.

Hint of androgyny. Model Saagar Gera.

Colours, colours & more colours.

For what is more boho than bangles, maangtikkas and chunky necklaces!

DESIGNER: BIBI RUSSELL

Gowns With Eccentric Tassels

Femme fatale.

Mr India 2016 Vishnu Raj Menon.

Military smart.

Only a Rajasthan-themed gown can come with eccentric tassel details. But hey.. who’s complaining!

DESIGNER: NIVEDITA SABOO

Shrugs With Cool Patterns

Mixing culture & fashion. Model Dewanshi Verma.

Model Naina Khan with Sharon in vibrant kimonos.

Like literally, LA, are you seeing our swag?

DESIGNER: MADINA KASIMBAEVA

This Khadi, That’s Gone Wild

Trend-Print on print.

Model Sandy Malik.

Quirky jumpers for men.

Model Vibhu Verma.

Because no other state will give you colourful khadi bomber jackets for men.

DESIGNER: AJAI VIR SINGH

Chaandi That’s Just Too Cool

Dusky beauty Sangeeta Gharu.

Jewels for the show by Sangeeta Boochra of Silver Centree.

Model Naina Khan.

Model Kanika Toure.

Model Jesenka.

Rajasthan’s kota dhoria work will give you major layering inspiration, and the silver jewellery, your best boho game.

DESIGNER: PARIDHI JAIPURIA

These Patterns That Are Cooler Than Most High Fashion Labels

A tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.

Blue on blue.

Men with nose ring seems like the new fashion statement for 2017.

Heard of Indigo Bagru? Well, its freewheeling design gives it some serious desi boho cred. And guess what: it’s a pattern that Rajasthan owns!

Fusion Designs Etched in Khadi

Model Sonalika Sahay.

Model Rakshitha Sunaina in a peter pan collared blouse styled with a sari.

Tribal patterns, natural khadi fabric, thread stitching and an enhanced surface texture – these are just some of the highlights that Rajasthan has.

DESIGNERS: ABRAHAM AND THAKORE

Modern Looks With So Much Desi-pann

Quirky patched work outfit by designer Pavitra Muddaya from Bangalore.

Model Medha Rana.

Boho essentials — patchwork and quilting are native to Rajasthan. Need we convince you any more?

(Abhimanyu Singh Rathore is a photographer and runs a style blog, Ishtailista. He is forever on the lookout for current trends, and also, never misses to document someone’s fantastic personal style. He has a deep appreciation for colourful Indian kitsch & fashion.)