Organza is a light perfect fabric that was made from silk. However, the modern version of the fabric can be made not only with silk, but also polyester or nylon, or a combination of all three. Although the look and feel is like silk, it is much thinner and is made of a simple knit. …
All about Swarnachari or Swarnachuri saree
Swarnachuri saree and Baluchari saree are the same in weaving, design, and conception. But the main difference is Swarnachuri saree has gold threads in the body where Baluchari saree has silk threads. The swarnachuri saree is very classy and elegant.The swarnachuri saree has the mythological motifs in its body. Despite the bright color, its “swarnachari” …
Bengal hand loom, traditionally formed in the Bengal territory
This saree is known as Bengal Handloom. It is usually used by Bengali women and traditionally formed in the Bengal territory including Bangladesh. Tant, Baluchuri, Jamdani, Muslin, Tant jamdani, Tussar, Binshnupur Katan Silk, etc belong to this class. These sarees are rich in hot and humid weather. These types of sarees come with artistic motifs, …
What is special about Organza
Organza, the wonder fabric of western fashion throughout the medieval ages and early modern period, can also create magic in sarees. Although not as popular as in western fashion, it’s gradually getting into the Indian fashion world now. The name of the fabric relates to the word “organzine,” which, refers to any type of silk …
Some interesting facts about the Dongria Kondh saree.
This is Dongria Cotton. It is my only collection. The needlecraft belongs to Odissa. I did not know much about the saree before buying it. I first saw it in a Facebook group. I loved that texture at first sight so I decided to buy the saree. I bought the saree from a boutique. The …
Benarasi sarees are among the finest in India.
The saree is made in Varanashi, a city of Uttar Pradesh. The sarees are among the finest in India. It is known for its gold and silver zari, fine silk and beautiful design. The saree is generally heavy and takes almost a year to be produced. The saree is crafted originally for the royalty. It …