(Chennai was known as Madras during British rule.) Originally worn by Indian laborers, the cloth almost sparked a corporate scandal for American textile importer William Jacobson in 1958 due to ...
Madras Checks are a type of plaid or checkered fabric that originated in the coastal city of Madras, now known as Chennai, in India. Madras Checks have a long and fascinating history that spans ...
“This collection, featuring 16 Madras-inspired motifs, is all for the love of the city.” In addition to fabric, there are Madras-themed fusion tote bags by Aafreen Fathima S.K., a full-time ...