Amongst India’s vast variety of printing pattern on textiles since olden age , it is safe to say Foil Printing is a modern take on the old age tradition of Block Printing .
Technique
Foil print is printing of some pattern with the foil on the fabric for shiny effect. A particular design is printed by a Foil/transfer adhesive on the fabric and then pressed with foil paper by iron/hot steel roller.
Styling
As worn by actress Drashti Dhami from the hit Hindi series Silsila, A foil print saree speaks elegance and modesty out loud. Those shiny, sparkling Gold foil print on subtle or pastel shade saree’s with statement blouses are an awesome combination.
A western evening outfit with foil design will also offer a sophisticated look on party wear.
Occasion
Be it for an evening cocktail party or sparkling your way in with the fire crackers for Diwali, you will instantly own any festive moment in the eye catchy foil print attires.
Foil print are destined for seasonal soirees.
Accessories
Wearing minimalistic jewellery with these prints will make a spectacular style ststement. A statement diamond earring and a collard blouse or a pairing a western evening outfit with strappy heels and an embellished clutch will make for a head turning ensemble.
Interesting facts:
* Metallic holograms, eye catchy and shiny incredible prints are printed at ease with this technique.
* Apart from textile, Foil Prints are used on Pillows, Notebooks, T-shirts and Invitations.
