Our country is world famous for many reasons, starting from sports, movies, fashion, food etc. Among all the items, Saree is the only one item that has made Indian women amaze most. Amongst the ethnic wear of Bangladesh and India, handloom silk saree is most popular and is made of 100% pure silk thread and the handloom silk weaving industry is a very helpful for the people of rural areas. The weaving techniques of handloomsaree is still remains the same as old methods which need a lot of labour.
In each and every state of India you will find Handloom saree making factories. Each region has their own way of weaving style and motifs to differ from one region to another.
Origin of Handlooms Sarees:
The handloom industry started its journey from the ancient times. History says that handloom saree's actual origin was in Egypt. Then this finely woven fabric found in Mohenjodaro. Even the name of handloom sarees was mentioned in vedic literature.
Why Women Love to Wear Handloom Sarees:
1. Wide Variety of Designs and Patterns.
2. Use natural fabric for woven process.
3. Eco friendly material which is soft on the skin.
4. Handloom saree weavers mostly belong from poor families so they get help.
6. Handcrafted Material.
Different States and Different Styles
The handloom sarees are found in wide varieties and with different designs in different states. Handloom saree is the second largest sector in India.Some of the famous types of handloom silk sarees are Baluchori sarees of West Bengal, Kajnivaram silk sarees of Tamil Nadu, Tussar sarees of Jahrkhand, Handloomcotton sarees etc.
The Cotton Handloom Saree:
Banarasi sarees are one of the most finest saree across the whole world. Banarasi saree is the symbol of class and high esteem. The handloom banarasi sarees have fine textured design and exceptional embroidery that can add an immense amount of grace to any woman's look. Banarasi Silk saree was first crafted in the holy city of Vanaras. This saree was woven created real gold and silver threads which has made this saree so precious. Banarasi sarees are woven by handloom process which takes lot of time and effort. Handloom saree lovers should have a Banarasi handloom saree in their wordrobe.
Another most popular handloom saree is Baluchari saree. This saree has a unique look and the whole body of the saree depicts mythological tales. Weavers use resham and zari to create the designs which reflect the expertise of the saree weavers of West Bengal. The Handloom weaving technique of Baluchari sarees is a long process which takes around 1 or 2 week time but out come of the process is truly worthy.
Light and soft Tant handloom sarees are considered one of the best traditional saree of West Bengal. Murshidabad, Nadia, Hooghly of West Bengal and some part of Dhaka, Bangladesh are the major producer of handloom tant sarees. Tant sarees are woven from cotton fabrics and famous for its light weight and transparency.
If you want to show your curve and flaunt your sense of style in an ethnic way, then you should choose a Sambalpuri saree. Sambalpuri sarees have their origin in a small village of Odisha called Sambalpur. Sambalpuri sarees are extraordinary in term of designs and comes in different colours. Sambalpuris sarees generally woven in both silk and cotton fabrics as well as blends. You can consider this saree as a symbol of Indian heritage and art.
Yes, very well said. Amazing information about Kanchipuram sarees. Kanjivaram saree for bridal can be purchased from a South Indian district called as Kanchipuram or even through online methods. These respective silk sarees have been around for many years and in the year 2006 the Indian government gave awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag which is a prestigious tag.
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