7 REGIONAL SAREES TO TRY THIS WEDDING SEASON
The saree is one of the most recognized forms of Indian attire. Globally regarded and respected as an alluring form of dress, the sarees of India are as unique and captivating as its many regions. The specialized craft techniques and cultures of each state within India have contributed their own patterns, materials, techniques and designs to saree making. The result is a gorgeous collection of sarees that reflect the diversity of India’s heritage and culture.
So the next time you’re planning to attend a wedding, consider wearing one of the many regional sarees of India.
The seven most popular types are listed here:
#1 Rajasthan - The Bandhani Saree The term ‘bandhani’ is derived from a Sanskrit term ‘banda’ which means to tie. This is a sort of tie-dye textile that is made by plucking the material with one’s fingernails to create tiny bindings which results in an abstract design.
#2 Maharashtra - Paithani Saree Considered as one of the finest silk sarees of India, Paithani sarees are made using fine silk. This type of saree is characterized by oblique square borders and a peacock design pallu.
#3 Uttar Pradesh - The Banarasi Silk Saree These are regarded as some of the finest in India. They display beautiful silver and gold zari work with opulent embroidery using fine silk.
#4 Bihar - Bhagalpuri Silk Saree Bhagalpuri silk is also referred to Tussar silk. This type of saree is made from special silk that is found in the town of Bhagalpur in Bihar. The name refers to how the saree is dyed.
#5 Tamil Nadu - Kanjeevaram Saree This special saree is made from pure mulberry silk. Its borders are defined by stripes, checks, floral patterns and temple motifs. Genuine Kanjeevaram Silk Sarees are made from weaving the border and body separately and then interlocking them together.
#6 Gujarat - Patola Silk The Patola saree is made using a special dyeing technique called double ikat. It is a special technique where the warp and weft of the fabric are resist dyed prior to weaving. A single patola saree can take up to six months to make a single saree because each strand is dyed separately prior to weaving.
#7 Madhya Pradesh Chanderi Silk The Chanderi silk fabric is made by weaving together cotton yarn with silk and zari. This results in a shimmery texture. Chanderi silk was once considered the fabric of royalty due to its intricate designs.
To shop for these beautiful regional sarees, please visit Indian Wedding Saree.
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