Oshibana-Inspired Sarees: A Fusion of Japanese Art and Indian Weaving

What’s common in the cave paintings, carved statues, photographs?

These are nothing but souvenirs of time. The eternal human fetish to conserve the beautiful stories of present, so that it could be reminisced, retold and relived in future.

Stories.. Stories that are found in visuals of a moment, in the pressed rose from a loved one between pages of a book, in a familiar smell or sound, in the press of clasped fingers communicating without words.

Oshibana is one such story. An attempt to freeze the shapes of nature. The peephole of future, to make us wide-eyed with the kaleidoscope of its colours and patterns. As human we love to hold on to time and its gifts like these for forever. This is our version to attain the beautiful immortality.

Oshibana is renowned for its exquisite attention to detail and balance with reverence for nature. When translated into a saree, these elements come alive in mesmerizing patterns. Each saree of ours has turned into a masterpiece and captures the essence of Japanese aesthetics. Typically, it is the art of creating intricate designs using pressed and dried flowers and leaves. When incorporated into sarees, it brings a unique fusion of Indian and Japanese art. At Ira, we have taken inspiration from the shapes and forms that are created as a result of this art form. The pressed 2D patterns of flowers and leaves intrigued us into creating such intricate yet bold motifs.

Pressing flowers is an art form that captures the beauty and essence of nature and with our saree collections, we have taken this art form to a whole new level.

What is the essence of Oshibana motifs?

Oshibana motifs on sarees capture the delightful beauty of nature. With each saree of ours showcasing pressed flowers and leaves in enchanting forms, they explore the artistic possibilities emerging from different cultures. Integrating these motifs on the sarees requires meticulous artistic skills and craftsmanship while carefully preserving the forms of pressed flowers and leaves.

The colour palette is equally versatile on handwoven cotton and silk. The Kantha stitches mimicking the Oshibana motifs breathe life into this ancient Japanese art where flower arrangements are taken to newer heights. Each kantha stitch Oshibana motif is a unique creation representing the creativity of our artisans.

Explore some of our Oshibana – inspired sarees that can be conversation starters drawing attention to the distinctiveness of Japanese art:

Oshibana Natural

The Oshibana Natural Saree made with handwoven silk is an ode to flower arrangement and adds depth to the appeal of this beautiful attire. While adorning the saree, you will feel as if you are carrying the artist’s creativity. It is a conscious choice for those who love flaunting that captures the essence of an artist’s creativity.

Oshibana Black

The Oshibana Black Saree reflects the taste of art and appreciation of nature with intricate Kantha stitches on handwoven cotton. The richness of the saree with its rich precision of stitches makes it a favourite for weddings and special occasions.

Oshibana motifs on handcrafted sarees embody the beauty of nature, cultural fusion, and artistic creativity. Dried and pressed flowers are making a stylish comeback blending nature’s charm with contemporary fashion. We are carrying this trend with unique nature-inspired elements stitched on sarees. Here, the delicate petals and leaves evoke the nostalgia of Japanese Oshibana and give our sarees a fresh and distinctive look. The versatility of this art form creates scope for a wide range of styles that are both vibrant and bold. Visit our shop section to peek-a-boo at our collections.