Salem Cotton Sarees
From: Salem, Tamil Nadu
The most discernible weave of Salem is the Salem cotton weave with the butta design of the pallu and border giving it a distinctive appearance. The weave count is responsible for the strength and softness.
The organic cotton collective sources its dyes from natural sources, providing the weavers a non-toxic working environment with better wages.
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Negamam Sarees
From: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Negamam saree is the glory of a small village Negamam in Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu.
The saree is famous for its vibrant colors, simple checkered and striped designs. Negamam saree is weaved from Kora Silk, Silk Cotton, or Pure Cotton. The sarees typically have narrow borders and intricate pallus adorned with traditional motifs like peacocks, parrots, paisleys, elephants, and swans, which are often repeated and mirrored across the fabric.
It has the additional advantage of becoming softer with each wash and experiencing it can only renew the appreciation for the simplistic beauty that organic cotton can bring.
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Chinnalapatti Sarees
From: Chinnalapatti, Tamil Nadu
Chinnalapatti sarees are lustrous, fine silk cotton sarees made with the tie and dye technique. These sarees are woven like ikat fabrics and hence appeal to a lot of working women. Chinnalapatti weavers are masters in the art of weaving 'kora' silk in warp and 'mercerized' cotton in weft.
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Kanchipuram Cotton Sarees
From: Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Kanchi cotton is a brilliantly woven fabric originating from the city of Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu.
Cotton is considered to be the favorite fabric of Lord Shiva and silk was preferred by Lord Vishnu. Legend has it that Kanchi weavers are descendants of Sage Markanda, who was considered to be the master weaver for the Gods themselves. You can see several impressions of Kanchipuram temples finely woven in these sarees.
It’s a must-wear for women at traditional ceremonies, weddings and other festivities in South India.
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Jamdani Sarees
From: Burdwan, West Bengal
Jamdani weave of West Bengal is one of the finest varieties of muslin handwoven from cotton. This art flourished under Mughal patronage.
The name Jamdani is of Persian origin and comes from the word “jam” meaning flower and “dani” meaning vase. The name is suggestive of the beautiful floral motifs on these sarees.
The base fabric for Jamdani is unbleached cotton yarn and the design is woven using bleached cotton yarns to create a light-and-dark effect. It results in the vibrant patterns that appear to float on a shimmering surface, which is a feature unique to Jamdani sarees.
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Rasipuram Cotton Silk Sarees
From: Rasipuram, Tamil Nadu
A small town in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, the name Rasipuram is derived from ‘Rajapuram’, which literally translates to “King’s Town”. Keeping with its regal moniker it is well known for its resplendent sarees.
Rasipuram handlooms are traditional weaves known for its fine quality and fast colours. The specialty of the sarees is that the weavers are able to produce a checkered as well as a temple border on the sarees. Each and every thread of the Rasipuram saree is hand woven.
These sarees are celebrated for their contrast of border to main body, and the unique choice of motifs inspired by local traditional architecture and temple motifs.
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Kasavu Sarees
From: Kuthampally, Kerala
Kasavu is a handwoven cream colored sari with a gorgeous contrasting golden border traditionally worn by the women of Kerala.
From God’s own country emerges one of the finest time-honored saris that defines the essence of beauty and simplicity. Also known as Mundum Neriyathum, the Kasavu is considered to be the most auspicious attire for any special occasion or ceremony.
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Narayanpet Cotton
From: Telangana
Narayanpet sarees exhibit the combined influence of Maharashtra and Telangana. They have a traditional maroon or red patti border, checkered body, and a broad rich pallu with a unique pattern of red and white bands.
The more decorative ones have temple motifs. These rich lightweight sarees are made using high-quality cotton or silk and vegetable dyes.
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Kanchipuram Silk Cotton Sarees
From: Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Kanchi cotton silk is a brilliantly woven fabric originating from the city of Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu.
Cotton is considered to be the favorite fabric of Lord Shiva and silk was preferred by Lord Vishnu.
Legend has it that Kanchi weavers are descendants of Sage Markanda, who was considered to be the master weaver for the Gods themselves. You can see several impressions of Kanchipuram temples finely woven in these sarees.
It’s a must-wear for women at traditional ceremonies, weddings and other festivities in South India.
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Pithani Silk
From: Maharashtra
The traditional Paithani saree is crafted on a handloom with pure silk yarns and dyed in traditional colours. The silk yarns are sourced from Bangalore or Mysore and the zari threads are sourced from Gujarat. The preparation of silk and zari, dyeing and weaving, is all carried out in the town of Paithan, Maharashtra.
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