South Indian Sari's

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SOUTH INDIA

There are distinctive cultural features that this region apart from

northern India has.

Today, the south is one of India‟s major sari weaving regions

producing considerable quantities of silk, cotton, rayon and

polyester.

South India is responsible for about 90 percent of all the

mulberry silk produced in India, with Karnataka alone

accounting for about 60 percent.

Traditionally south-Indian sari fall into 2 basic types that are

distinguished by their borders: wide and narrow



ANDHRA PRADESH

• Economics : Andhra Pradesh is one of the economically sound state of India

which draws a substantial amount of profit from "Agriculture" and

"Livestock“

• Weather: 25 -30 degree

• Language : hindi,telgu,urdu and tamil.• Population : 84.7 million

• Language: 67.77%

• Culture : Kuchipudi is the classical danceSilk woven into a primarily cotton

fabric, „himroo‟ was the cloth of choice for the luxurious garments of the

noblemen. Saris woven in Pochampalli, Dharamavaram, Venkatagiri andNarayanpet are treasured possessions of innumerable Indian women.

• Ikat is a form of weave where dyed threads are patterned into colourful

fabrics.



DIFFERENT TYPES OF SAREES

FROM ANDHRA PRADESH OF

INDIA • Venkatagiri sarees

• Dharmavaram Sarees

• Gadwal Sarees

• Mangalagiri Sarees

• Pochampalli Silk & Cotton Sarees



VENKATAGIRI SAREES

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VENKATAGIRI SAREES

• These sarees are available in cotton and silk, with pure silver

zari and brocade designs in the border

• The bright Venkatagiri saris have pleasant colours with goldendots, leaves, parrots or simple geometrical designs



DHARMAVARAM SAREES

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DHARMAVARAM SAREES

• The Dharmavaram sarees from AP is famous for silk sarees.

• They have simple, plain borders without much contrast.

• These sarees are woven with tussar silk also.











GADWAL SAREES


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GADWAL SAREES

• Gadwal sarees from AP are famous all over the world for itsbeautiful weaving.

• The body of the Saree may be cotton or silk whereas the

border and pallu are in silk. The cotton and silk fabrics are woven separately and then attached together.

• The mango motif is usually used in the designs.

• Yellow, parrot- green, pink and beige are the colours used most

often.

















MANGALAGIRI SAREES

The Mangalagiri sarees from Andhra Pradesh are

made from Mangalgiri cotton.









POCHAMPALLI SILK & COTTON

SAREES




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POCHAMPALLI SILK &

COTTON SAREES • Pochampally is famous on account of its exquisitely designed

silk & cotton sarees.

• The designs are uncomplicated geometricalpatterns based on

lkat process of weaving.

• The Pochampalli textiles are made using the tie and dye

method of yarn.

• Different coloured yarns are woven into geometrical designs.

















KARNATAKA Area:- 1,91,791 sq.km.

Population:- 448 lakhs. It was 5.3 percent of the total Indian population of 8,443 lakhs.

Literacy:-67.04% of the total population.

Weather:- Max(28.6°C), Min(19.2°C) Dry weather

Economic:- growth of 8.2% in the fiscal year 2010-2011 that is about Rs 2719.56

billion

Climate:The state enjoys three main types of climates. For meteorological

purposes, the state has been divided into three sub-divisions namely :

Coastal Karnataka (Dakshina Kannada and Uttara Kannada districts),

North Interior Karnataka (Belgaum, Bidar, Bijapur, Dharwad, Gulbarga andRaichurdistricts).

South Interior Karnataka (the remaining districts of Bangalore Rural, Bangalore,

Bellary, Chikmagalur, Chitradurga, Kodagu, Hassan, Kolar, Mysore, Mandya,

Shimoga and Tumkur districts).





















SARIS OF KARNATAKA

IKAT SARIS

MYSORE SILK SARIS

KORNADU SARISBANGALORE SILK SARIS








IKAT SARI‟S





INTRODUCTION

• Ikat sari is a traditional form of sari which is a common

feminine wear in northern part of Karnataka and Maharashtra.

• Ikat sari takes its name from the town of ikat in the Bagalkot

district of Karnataka state, India.

• Ikat saris are woven using cotton warp on the body and art silk

warp for border and pallav portion of the sari. Traditionally

pure silk is used.















HISTORY

• Ikat was an ancient weaving centre where the weaving seems to

have started in the 8th century AD. The growth of these saris is

attributed to the patronage provided by the local chieftains in

and around the town of Bellary.

• The availability of local raw materials helped in the growth of

this sari. About 20000 people in the town of Ikat are engaged in

sari-weaving.














PROCESS

The uniqueness of sari is joining of the body warp with pallav

warp with a series of loops locally called as TOPE TENI

technique.

The weaver can make only 6 yards, 8 yards, 9 yards warp due to

above TOPE TENI technique. KONDI Technique is used for

weft through inserting 3 shuttles.

Pallau portion-Design: “TOPE TENE SERAGU” Normally in

tope teni seragu 3 solid portions would be in red colour, and in

between 2 portions in white colour.

Tope Teni seragu has been regarded as a state symbol and was

greatly respected during festival occasions.





















DESIGNS

The distinctive feature of ikat saris is the use of a form of

embroidery called as Kasuti. The designs used in Kasuti reflect

traditional patterns like palanquins, elephants and lotuses which

are embroidered onto ikat saris.

Traditional Borders

(i) Chikki

(ii) Gomi

(iii) Gadidadi

(iv) Modern Gaythri are unique ones in ikat saris - width ranging

from 2.5” to 4”
















The end region of the pallu is made up of patterns of different

shapes like comb, fort ramparts, jowar, mountain range, templetowers.

The sari is either made of cotton, or a mixture of cotton and silk

or in pure silk .











COLOURS

The border of the sari is very broad (4 to 6 inches) and red or

maroon in colour and is made of different designs with ochre

patterns.

The colors traditionally used are pomegranate red, brilliant

peacock green and parrot green.

The saris that are made for bridal wear are made of a particular

colour called Giri Kumukum which is associated with the

sindhoor worn by the wives of the priests in this region.















MAIN BODY DESIGN

Stripes

Rectangles

Squares










MYSORE SILK SARIS




MYSORE SILK SARIS

• Mysore silk is one of the most popular and finest and purest

forms of silk. Mysore silk is a famous variety of silk made in

Mysore , Karnataka. Known for its extraordinary quality and

permanence of lustre, it is an integral part of the Karnataka's

culture.










DESIGNS

• The weight and the content of gold or silver thread used mainly

in the intricate border and the pallau or the headpiece

determine the price of the saris

• A sari usually weighs between 400 and 600 grams (15-21

ounces).

• Mysore silk sari is undergoing a makeover with new kasuti

embroidery, bandhini designs, rich woven pallus, and with a

palette of exciting vibrant colors lilac, ecru, coffee-brown and

elephant-grey, and contemporary designs, all inspired by traditional Indian architecture and ancient Indian jewellery.

















COLOURS

• This sari exhibiting a range of rich colors, with golden threads

interwoven in it for an enhanced effect, has almost acquired a

legendary status due to its sheer beauty and demand.

• The silk is dyed using natural pigments and woven into intricate

but, subtle patterns featuring motifs of birds or fruits.











KORNADU SARI

It is woven in Anekal near Bangalore, started in AD 1750

during the reign of Hyder Ali

A traditional 9 yard sari.

Woven in cotton and silk.

Cotton yarn is usually in deep indigo colour.

The body of the sari is mainly chequered or striped patterns.















BANGALORE SARIS

Many southern Karnataka saris, collectively known as

Bangalore saris having the warp and weft threads dip-dyed

before weaving in order to give both warp and weft coloring to

the borders and end pieces.

Modern versions of Bangalore silk saris have pleasing color andare simple and elegant.












TAMILNADU

Area:- 130,058 square km and is the eleventh largest state in India

Population:- 72,138,958 (5.96% of India's population).

Literacy:- 80.3% of the total population.

Weather:- Max 43 °C (109 °F), Min 13.1 °C (55.6 °F)

Economic:-Gross state domestic product for 2011 is estimated at US$ 97.970Billion in current prices. The state experienced a GDP growth rate of 12.1% for

2007-08.

Climate:Tamil Nadu is heavily dependent on monsoon rains, and thereby is

prone to droughts when the monsoons fail. The climate of the state ranges from

dry sub-humid to semi-arid.














TAMILNADU SARIS

KORNAD SARIS

KANCHI COTTON SARIS

KANJEEVARAM SARIS

COIMBATORE TRIBAL SARIS








KONARD SARIS

• Sari is the traditional attire for women of India and it has the

world recognition as one of the classiest clothing for women.

• saris are also called temple saris because it is during the

occasions and are meant for temple deities. They have wide

borders and are very beautiful with different kinds of designsembedded on them. They are also very popular to be worn in

the occasion of marriages because of the kind of designs it has.













DESIGNS

• They have designs of elephants, peacock as well as many other

natural elements and animals with a royal touch which are

spread all over the length of sari.

• A quite common form of end piece of Konrad saris is found

in a wide band that is usually of zari along with weft-wisetriangular point woven in the interlock weft practice.














KANJEEVARAM SARIS

• Kanchipuram is a mid sized city in the northwest of Tamil

Nadu. The surrounding area is rich with ancient weaving

tradition - most famous is the richly brocaded Kanchi silk sari.

• An airy and stable weave for every day wear. Kanchipuram is

well known for its hand spun and hand-woven cottons as well asits dazzling silks. This collection is just a small sampling of what

this famous weaving region has to offer in terms of cotton

handlooms. This cotton is soft and drapes well.















KANJEEVARUAM SILK SARIS

Wide borders of colored threads or zari, and striped style

pallus woven in a simple tribal style are hallmarks of this style.

Fashion demands have varied the style pallette of the region

and the Kanchipuram weavers are now producing modern as

well as ancient designs and sometimes an interesting mix of thetwo.

Kanchi silk is generally handspun, giving the cloth a slightly

variegated sheen, best described at going in the direction of

dupioni silk, but much less textured. The gauge varies a bit, but the classic Kanchi silk is a heavier gauge and fabled to last a

lifetime.


















• The Kanjeevaram sari is made of a

heavy silk, durable that it can be

washed in water at home.







DESIGNS

• Kanjeevaram silk saris are always of bold and bright colour

contrasts, favoured by almost every Indian woman. Some

common designs woven on the sari are as follows:

o Peacock and parrot are the most common motifs.

o Major attractions are the also beautiful tribal designs.

o Now focus is also on contemporary patterns.

o You will also find scenes from the Ramayana and the

Mahabharata and Bhagwad Gita being incorporated into

these works of art.


















• These are saris of vivid colour contrasts with traditional

patterns derived from the Pallav temples, palaces and

paintings.

• A decorative sari contains Zari interwoven with the silk.• There are also saris with gold squares or stripes.











COIMBATORE SARIS

• Coimbatore cotton saris often feature elaborate cotton brocade

worked borders and pallus. This fine and airy cotton sari on the

low range have plain fields and very understated pallu

ornament, often just fine stripes. The high end saris feature

thread and zari work framed by intricate colorful threadwork borders.

• These saris come in a great range of color combinations,

including mouth watering shots. These are some of the most

well executed elegant saris.
















KERALA

Area - 38,863 Sq. Km.

Population – 31.8 million

Literacy rate – 93.91%

Weather – Moderate tropical

Economy :Rich in agricultural produce & Mineral depositsClimate : tropical climate,20-36 degree day time and 18-30 degree at night.

Language : Hinduism, Islam, Christianity.

Culture : it is revealed in various dances forms, martial arts and cuisine.

Both men and women preferred white dresses. Men were dressed in a hand-woven

cotton cloth, called mundoo.

Women also wear mundoos sari having gold (kasavoo) borders





















KERALA SARIS

The traditional clothing of women in Kerala is “Mundum

Neriyatham” a two-piece sari inherited by fine sheer muslins in

natural shades of cotton. It has a colored strip at the border known

as KARA.

An unbleached and white saris for women where in use a sarong-

like garment called Mundu which covered both upper and lower

part of the body in ancient times. And Neriyath the upper garment was later addition.

These saris are known for their flamboyance and richness. They

are specially worn on occasions like Onam and new year of Kerela.

















KERALA SARIS

Mundu and Neriyath were produced by weavers of textile centers inTamil Nadu.

Madurai, Coimbatore and Salem were main centers which catered

to the market.

Madurai and Salem were specialized in fine gold bordered in both

mundu and neriyath varieties.

was superior for its fine weaving and excellent zari work.













Kerala started begun weaving full length sari known as

Balaramapuram Cotton Sari.

One and a half century old tradition Kasavu sari based on zari is

woven in Thiruvananthpuram district.

The feature of this sari is that its white with rich gold or

multicolored borders and pallavas with different pattern and

designs.

The use of zari makes sari an expensive.











Kerala saris with vibrant hues of embroideries are an enchanting

blend of innovation, awe-inspiring beauty and hard work of the

craftsmen.

Different types of saris includes:Maroon South saris

Maroon color has always been very popular among the south saris.

Vibrant colors with exclusive golden borders and heavy pallavs makethem look beautifully attractive.

Printed Handloom saris

Available in different prints and designs, these printed handloomsaris gives a very ethnic look to a wearer. Handloom saris are

available in every possible colors.















•Nowadays Kerala‟s sari market is flooded with saris like

Kancheepuram Silk, Banaras Silk, Cotton, Pure Silk, Polycotton,semi-Silk, Rose Silk, Organsa, Organdi etc. and the saris decorated

with sequins work, zardosi works, embroidery, fabric printing etc.

•saris with various colors, designs and materials started becoming popular in the market. Presently pastel shades and earthy shades like

beige, crèmes and mustard are in vogue.














KERALA SARIS

Casual Handloom saris

Handloom saris are very often worn by the women. Casual

handloom saris are available in different colors like red, yellow,

mustard, off white, blue, black, red and lots more.

Cotton Handloom saris

Cotton handloom saris are best for the office wear and gives a very

soothing feel in summers. Available in both dark and light tones they

are best in summer.










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