Traditional handicrafts are getting a tough fight as cheap imported products crowd the markets. The Bab al-Yemen market is flooded with Indian fashion accessories that are selling like hot cakes.
Indian handbags offer wide range of variety in colors and patterns, feathery fabrics, embroidery and intricate embellishment.
On the other hands, Yemeni bags are made from Setarah material comes in limited colors and costs double the price.
Indian shawls are also becoming popular as a result of their vibrant colours and soft textures at much cheaper rates!
Locals prefer to buy two Indian bags at the price of one Yemeni clutch!
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