Sarees are considered as the essence of Indian diversity and traditions. In view of that, especially traditional silk sarees has its own grace and charm. Anyone can appear elegant and gorgeous in a saree compared to any other outfit. When it comes to long-established silk sarees, there are many variations of saris one can found in India, depending on the province, textile, occasions, and draping styles. On a significant note, not only traditional silk sarees, a lot of women are buying designer sarees online, regional handloom sarees and many more.
Let’s read about some of the traditional silk sarees
Let’s read about some of the traditional silk sarees
Banarasi Silk Saris: Banarasi is considered as the most lustrous sari from Banaras, and one of the most desired saris. Created with excellent quality silk threads woven with premium quality gold and silver zari threads, these sarees symbolize high eminence and excellent taste of the wearer. The motifs, designs of the sarees are inspired by ancient ‘Mughal’ era design such as, leaves, paisleys, floral prints, foliate patterns, and many more. The pallu and the wide border of the saree are specially made with rich intricate woven designs.
Kanjivaram Saris:
Kanjivaram Saris:
Originated in Kaanchipuram, Tamilnadu, Kanjivaram sarees can be characterized by its premium quality silk, and the gold dipped silver zari/thread weaving. These saris are very heavy, durable, and come in luxurious pure mulberry silk fabric. Generally the body and pallu of the saree are woven separately and carefully interlocked afterwards. Motifs like peacock, parrot, temple patterns, and prints from Indian mythology are intricately crafted on the saree.
Jamewar Saris: Originated in Kashmir, Jamewar saris are considered as a royal piece of clothing, and present the colours, magnificence and the nature of Kashmir beautifully crafted in a saree. These saris are typically woven in fine quality silk and pashmina, and embellished by the ‘aksi’ stitching and zari embroidery. Most of the weavers make use of jacquard weave in ‘meena’ colors such as orange and green.
Jamewar Saris: Originated in Kashmir, Jamewar saris are considered as a royal piece of clothing, and present the colours, magnificence and the nature of Kashmir beautifully crafted in a saree. These saris are typically woven in fine quality silk and pashmina, and embellished by the ‘aksi’ stitching and zari embroidery. Most of the weavers make use of jacquard weave in ‘meena’ colors such as orange and green.
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