Saree is a garment that is one of the essential parts of the culture in India. It is a timeless garment that never goes out of style, and it changes according to one’s needs but never loses that special something that makes it so unique. But that being said, some classic sarees can never go out of fashion.
Here are some of them:
Sarees that will elevate your wardrobe.
Paithani:
When we think of a royal and classic Marathi lady, we always think of her wearing a Paithani saree, a Chandra bindi, and a classic Nath. This paithani has its history. It used to be a preferred fabric of the royalty and nobility of the Marathi people. It used to be made of cotton but slowly, silk replaced cotton.
Named after the town of Paithan, it today is produced primarily in the city of Yevala and Paithan. Its uniqueness lies in fact; it incorporates bold and dark colours and golden motifs. Its pallu has an oblique Zari square with detailed work. Primary motifs found on paithani are parrots, peacocks and flowers, and also paan.
Benarasi:
No one can go wrong with a classic Benarasi weave. Be it to spice up a plain kurta and pyjama with a rich Benarasi dupatta or a Benarasi saree for your wedding trousseau, Varanasi’s cultural heritage Benarasi woven fabrics have become the go-to item for a lot of Indian women today.
Today, they are traditionally made with opulent silks, and today, they can be made with organza, georgette, and Shattir fabrics. But its signature feature is that it has rich Zari work in gold and silver, which can make this beautiful saree a bit heavy.
It usually takes 15 to 30 days for a craftsperson to make it. It features a lot of motifs such as flowers, animals and fruits.
Kanjeevaram:
Who today has not of the famed Kanjeevaram saree? Very few. Such is its impact. Its origins are in the town Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu; it is usually a classic part of Tamilian, Telugu, and Kannada brides’ trousseau. It is made with mulberry silk and richly decorated with Zari work.
What makes it unique is the fact different parts of the saree are made separately and stitched together. But the work is so delicate that it is nearly indistinguishable and so strong that even if the saree tears, the stitches don’t break. They are commonly decorated with motifs inspired by temples and paintings of Raja Ravi Verma.
Chanderi:
Chanderi saree is primarily made with pure silk, chanderi cotton and cotton silk. Iconic for its sheer texture, lightweight and luxurious drape, the Chanderi sari hailing from the town of Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh, has always won hearts. With a weaving tradition dating back to the 2nd century and saree tradition dating back to the 13th century.
It has always been a must-have for the classy lady. This sari, with its Zari work depicting motifs of peacocks, traditional coins, floral art and geometric designs, when worn with pearl jewellery, makes you feel like modern royalty.
Lehariya:
The sarees above were pretty opulent. But Leheriya saree, in its simplicity, remains fun and chic. Named after the word ‘Lehar’, meaning a wave, it showcases complex tie and dye technique, which produces a wave-like pattern. Be it a brunch or a pooja, a Leheriya saree and dupattas will make you look chic.
So, what are you waiting for? Start incorporating these sarees today to feel like a Queen!
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