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British Asian Style Text by Eleanor Spicer Rice He doesn’t know which forkEast and West intersect in this gorgeous exploration of South Asian textiles and their influence on British fashion and dress. From 17th century chintzes to 19th century silks and paisleys to the orientalism craze of the 1960s, these lush, patterned fabrics have long had an impact on Western style. Complete with stunning photographs of items from the V&As collections, as well as historical images and more recent photos of catwalk and street fashions,