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Weaving a Legacy: The Inspiring History of Kapra Fabrics

Welcome to Kapra Fabrics, a family-owned business with a rich history spanning three generations. Our story begins with Piara Singh Sachdev, who fled India during the partition and established Siriasia, the first iteration of Kapra Fabrics. Piara Singh's commitment to honesty and integrity laid the cornerstone for our fabric empire, and his resilience in the face of adversity continues to inspire us today.

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The Emperor's Timeless Style

Kapra Fabrics' latest collection serves as a tribute to the lasting impact and enduring legacy of Haile Selassie I, a leader in African unity and an important figure in 20th century culture and politics. Embrace the Emperor's timeless style and make a statement with these luxurious suit jackets and pocket squares.

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A Day in NYC

These meetings and collaborations are what selling fabric is all about for me. I live for meeting with tailors and industry professionals in person. There is nothing better than sharing fabric and brainstorming new collaborations with newfound friends. It is a special moment when you realize that they come to understand that your product is the best available at the best prices. Being there to meet face to face, make a connection and see the shops our fabrics will be sold in is what drives me as a salesman.

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The Evil Eye

When it comes to warding off the mystic malevolent forces of the world, there is perhaps no charm more recognized or renowned than the ‘evil eye’. Ubiquitous in its use, the striking image of the cobalt-blue eye has appeared not only in the bazaars of Istanbul, but everywhere from the sides of planes to the pages of comic books.

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What is Pitti Uomo?

The one-odd images of the city seen are old-world beautiful, something to behold. And the caliber of images appear to signify a men’s fashion show, but the hash tags constantly make use of two words – “Pitti Uomo.”

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How Much Do You Know About Fabrics?

Passion, innovation, and research have been the cornerstone of Canclini’s mission – to create the finest fabrics in the world. Today, Canclini boasts a library of over 450,000 developed fabrics with a deep rooted history – no mean feat. They have made weaving into an art, mixing craftsmanship with knowledge to achieve fabrics with personality – truly pleasant to the touch. Married with mastery and precision, their fabrics have very few equals, if any. In a world where luxuries can be artificial and without substance, Canclini has gone beyond fabric to truly make a mark in the hearts and minds of their customers.

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