The Cultural Review

Dhaka Muslin

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Artisan weaving intricate patterns on a traditional loom, surrounded by vibrant textiles in a marketplace, symbolizing cultural heritage and craftsmanship.
Fashion

What Is the Cultural Significance of Traditional Garments?

Dhaka muslin, once woven with an astonishing 800 to 1200 threads per inch, now typically boasts a mere 40 to 80 threads in its modern counterparts, according to Smithsonianmag .

Eleanor Voss·April 13, 2026