History of Kanchipuram silk sarees

According to Hindu mythology, Kanchi silk weavers are the descendants of Sage
Markanda, the master weaver of Gods who is supposed to have woven tissue from lotus fiber.
Also, while cotton is considered to be the favourite fabric of Lord Shiva, silk was preferred
by Lord Vishnu

These sarees are worn as bridal & special occasion sarees by most women in Tamil Nadu,
Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh. It has been recognized as a Geographical indication by
the Government of India in 2005-06. As of 2008, an estimated 5,000 families were involved in
sari production. There are 25 silk and cotton yarn industries and 60 dyeing units in the region
 The sarees are woven from pure mulberry silk thread. The pure mulberry silk used in the
making of Kanchipuram saris comes from South India and the zari comes from Gujarat. To
weave a Kanchipuram sari three shuttles are used. While the weaver works on the right side, his
aide works on the left side shuttle. The border color and design are usually quite different from
the body. If the pallu (the hanging end of the sari) has to be woven in a different shade, it is first
separately woven and then delicately joined to the Sari. The part where the body meets the
pallu is often denoted by a zig zag line.[9] In a genuine Kanchipuram Silk Sari, body and border
are woven separately and then interlocked together. The joint is woven so strongly that even if
the sarees tears, the border will not detach. That differentiates the kanchivaram silk sarees from
the others.

how to wear kanchipuram silk sarees

You can buy semi-draped Kancheepuram silk sarees now? They come with all the pleats
arranged in place and are truly a blessing to the busy woman who want to wear them to social
occasions but struggles due to lack of time. If you’re new to wearing Kancheepuram silk sarees,
this could be your introduction to the outfit because it’s easy-to-wear and time-saving, something
that every modern woman deserves.

Is your heart torn between wearing an elegant lehenga and a gorgeous Kancheepuram
saree to an occasion? Why not do both with a lehenga saree? A very modern adaptation of the
timeless classic, the lehenga saree is worn over a petticoat. You do not need to form pleats but
simply tuck it in your petticoat and drape it. In some case, lehenga Kancheepuram sarees also
come with tiered pleats. The lehengas are of different fabrics but always comes with a stunning
Kancheepuram pallu. Pair it with a beautifully embellished choli and you’re ready to make
heads turn at any social gathering. This style is perfect for occasions that require you to move
around freely, such as a wedding sangeet.

One of the main reasons why Kancheepuram silk sarees have stood the test of time is
their adaptability to changing needs and moods. Gone are the days when there was only one
way to drape a saree. Women are now breaking with tradition and experimenting with different
saree draping styles. We have already discussed the lehenga saree. You can also choose to keep
the pallu loose at the waist instead of tucking it in and pin it on your shoulders. Accessorize it
with a simple yet elegant neckpiece to complete your look.

how to identify kanchipuram silk sarees

There are a couple of fundamental tests you need to follow to identify if your kanchipuram
saree is Genuine or Fake :
 Zari Test : Original Kanchipuram Silk saree borders are woven from silver zari, which is
plated with 22K gold. This is basially pure red silk thread which is covered in silver and
dipped in 22K gold. To test, take a few loose threads from the zari pallu or border. When
you take off the gold layer from the thread, the inner thread should be red, irrespective
of the saree colour if it’s genuine.
 Silk Test : Kanchipuram silk sarees are woven from pure mulberry silk. To test, take a
few loose strands from both the weft and the warp and burn the threads. Pure silk, will
leave behind ash which when touched, will crumble into a fine powder that smells like
 burnt hair or burnt leather. Fake fibers like synthetic ones, become a hardnened lump
after being burnt.

what is the difference between kanchipuram silk

sarees
Kanjivaram Sarees:
Kanjivaram Saree is extremely fine as well as durable and is one of the most popular
forms of silk in the state of Tamil Nadu. The bold and bright color of the sari is very much
preferred by the South Indian women, Who feels incomplete without this outfit . Kanjivaram
Sarees make use of lot of coloured threads to make it beautiful and colourful . The main
attraction is the elaborated Zari work.
The motifs used in an Indian Kanchipuram sari are heavily based on the Pallava temples, palaces
and paintings . However now a days one can see the scenes from the Ramayana , Mahabharata
, Bhagwad Gita. The texture , design and colours of kanjivaram sarees is outstanding.

Banarasi Saree:
This saree is among the finest sarees in India known for their gold and silver brocade
or zari work fine silk and opulent embroidery. These Sarees are made up of finely Woven silk
and are decorated with intricated design and because of this engraving they are relatively
heavy.
Characteristics of Banarasi Sarees are Mughal inspired designs such as intricate intertwining
floral and foliate motifs, kalga and bel, a string of upright leaves called Jhallar at the outer,
edge of border is a characteristic of these sarees Other features are gold work, compact
weaving, figures with small details, metallic visual effects etc.
celebrities Wearing in kanchipuram silk sarees
Most of the tamil actress are using and wearing Kanchipuram sarees. They are like to
wearing Kanchipuram sarees,
Best shops for kanchipuram silk sarees
Here is the list of silk Sarees wholesalers at best wholesale price from Kanchipuram,
 Kanchipuram sri lakshaya silk sarees
Address- No.645, veera Sivaji street, Kanchipuram 631501.
Ph.No: 9092154321.
 SriMadheswaran Silk Sarees

Address- No.7,Seshathri Palayam Mettu Street Near VAO office Opp to Tanishq
Showroom, Tamil Nadu 631501.

which is the best online store for kanchipuram silk

sarees
Kanchipuram sri lakshaya silk sarees
kanjeevaramsilks.in is the Online Traditional Super store of the reputed Kanchipuram
sri lakshaya Silk Sarees, a Leading Manufacturer and wholesale supplier of Kanchipuram Silk
Sarees. Our Famous Physical Store is located in kanjivauram, Tamil Nadu. We have a Weavers
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What are the ranges of Kanchipuram silk sarees

An original saree with pure silk and pure zari can cost anywhere between Rs.7,000 and
Rs.2,00,000. To cut down on the cost you also get budgeted versions like the pure silk plus
imitation zari or the half silk-half synthetic plus imitation zari saree, which manage to hold on
to the sheen of the original, but lose out on the durability of the fabric. These sarees cost a lot
less and can be bought at a price of just Rs.2,000 to Rs.5,000. However, these are not considered
to be originals.

How kanchipuram silk sarees are made

Silk sarees are made from the silk yarn, which is largely produced from silkworms.
Mulberry silk is the most used silk for silk sarees. It is produced using sericulture which is a
process of extracting silk yarn from cocoons of commercially reared silkworm bombyx mori.
Tussar and other wild silks like Eri and Assamese Muga are produced from cocoons of wildly
growing moths, collected from forests and worms' natural habitats
 Sarees made from pure mulberry yarn are called as pure silk sarees. The yarn is woven
and dyed into colorful, lustrous threads, which are then woven into fabrics with patterns and
textures. Silk Yarn may be woven into fabrics - using hand operated traditional style looms
(which also work with power these days) or in textile production unit where yarns are woven
using sophisticated machinery.

The warp frame use to weave this fabric has about 60 holes, in which there are 240
threads in the warp and 250 to 3000 threads in the weft, giving it a sturdy feel. The pallu, the
border and the body of the saree are generally woven separately, and then interlocked
together with much precision and neatness.
What are the types of kanchipuram silk saree
 Plain Kanchipuram Silk Saree with Gold Border
 Temple Border Kanchipuram Silk Saree
 Modern Kanchipuram Silk Sarees
 Traditional Kanchipuram Silk Saree
 Floral Weave Kanjivaram Silk Sarees

How Kanchipuram silk sarees will be in South Indian

Tradition
this traditional fabric can be distinguished from the other outfit. Kanchipuram sarees are a
must for every South Indian wedding as the fabric was woven by the descendants of sage
Markanda. The fabric is made of pure mulberry silk and defines the
rich culture and tradition of South India.
Kanchipurams are a must have for a south Indian bride to be. A perfect South Indian
Kanchipuram Silk Saree will be perfect to shine on your wedding day.

Why are kanchipuram sarees are famous

Since the colour and designs of the body, and the pallu are quite different, weavers
weave both of them separately and eventually join them. You can spot a zig zag pattern (known
as the pitni) where the body meets the pallu. It is also quite a common practice to weave the
border of the saree separately and then join the three together. The joining of the three (known
as korvai) is done with such precision that even if the saree tears, the border will not detach.
Also since the zari is made of three silk threads twisted with a silver wire, the fabric is
extremely strong and durable. This, however, can also add to the weight, making a
regular Kanjeevaram saree as heavy as two kilos.

Weaving through threads of Kancheepuram's history

Kanchipuram sarees have been recognized as a Geographical Indication by the
government since 2006. This can be considered as a mark of authenticity and has helped
improve the sales of Kanjeevaram silk sarees. As of now there are about 5,000 families involved
in the production and there are 15 silk and cotton yard industries and 60 dyeing units in the
region to aid the production process.
A Tamil film titled Kanchivaram was also made in 2008, on the weavers, which helped
get their problems into mainstream media focus. Last year, the government introduced a policy
to promote e-marketing of local handlooms. Thirteen e-commerce entities have partnered with
the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handlooms) to market handloom products from
the weavers themselves. What this means is that now when you go online to buy a Kanchipuram
saree, chances are the fabric is coming directly from the weaver, allowing them to make a decent profit.