Top South Indian Silk Sarees you should definitely give a try

The people of the south are fancy in their dressing and sarees are a huge part of their outfits. When you visit the southern states of India, you will notice that most of the women wear sarees apart from a few ladies who wear kurtis. Wearing sarees have been a tradition of the people of the south. And for this reason, there are many varieties of sarees which are made over there. These sarees are then sent to other states so that the women of those states can enjoy the experience of wearing the South Indian Sarees. If you want to buy a south Indian saree, you must first know the different types of sarees which are popular over there.

Kanjeevaram Sarees

The Kanjeeveram sarees remade in Tamil Nadu. The Kanjeevaram sarees are also known as the Kancheepuram sarees. These sarees are believed to be woven by the Sage Makanda's descendant. Sage Markanda was believed to be God’s master weaver who has woven the tissues from the fiber of lotus. The Kanjeevaram sarees are woven from the threads of pure mulberry silk. This is considered to be one of the finest and magnificent saree in the entire country. All the bride wear this saree which is made of red and gold color. The intricate motifs on the Kanjeevaram saree are made by dripping the silk thread in liquid gold and silver. However, these sarees are now available in a wide variety of colors. This saree is considered to be a premium saree.

Power Loom Silk Saree

This saree is made in Bengaluru. This is a good choice of silk saree if you are looking for some options in silk. The patterns on this saree are eye-catching and there are small patterns on the portion of the pallu. There are also some designs on the borders making it beautiful to look at. You can wear this saree to a wedding event and this saree is going to look alluring to a lot of guest at the wedding. This saree is also perfect for any other traditional wear as well.

Mysore silk sarees

Mysore silk is the most popular silk in South India. It is a combination of rich color and traditional appeal. Its weight is somewhere between 400 and 600 grams. Its price depends on the weight of silk. These silks have remained the same since the early time and they are still very popular. These silks are available in bright colors and they are available in both plain design as well as embroidered.

Konrad saree

The Konrad sarees are made in Tamil Nadu and are also called as temple sarees as they were earlier woven for the deities of temples. These sarees have a wide border which is filled with designs of natural elements or motifs. Some of the common motifs are flowers, creepers, vines, birds like parrots and animals like elephants, peacocks, eagles and a lot more. The saree is woven in the form of stripes or checks. The Konrad silk is not heavy, unlike the other silks which can make you a little uncomfortable after wearing for a certain time.

Gadwal sarees

The Gadwal town is between the Tungabhadra river and the Kaveri river. It is known for creating the exclusive Gadwal sarees. The Gadwal make sarees of different materials such as the Gadwal cotton, Gadwal silk, and the Gadwal silk cotton sarees. They are very different from the usual saree designs. They are completely made by hand. There is no machine to make these sarees and there is generally an entire family who are dedicated to making these sarees by hand. The borders of the saree are rich and made from pure mulberry silk using a technique of interlocked weft. The artisans who make these sarees are Jiveshwar Maharaja’s descendants. He was the Hindu gods and goddesses' first weaver. They handcrafted sarees are absolutely stunning to look at.

Chettinad sarees

In Tamil Nadu, there is a district in the name of Chettinad. This district is known for a lot of things. It is the place where you will find some of the most delicious cuisine and all some temple of gorgeous architecture. Among these, the Chettinad cotton sarees are the most popular thing to be made in that district. The sarees are made in a handloom industry and the designs show the traditions of the people in the region. The Chettinad cotton is also known as the Kandaangi and you can easily identify it because of its vibrant colors, bold stripes, checks, and the contrasting hues. These sarees have a very long history and are worn by the modern people as well.

Casual Cotton Saree

The casual cotton saree is a popular saree in the city of Bengaluru. It is versatile to wear and you can wear it to any casual meeting or party you want. It also comes with a number of vibrant colors. The combination of pink, black and orange are surely going to catch a lot of eyes when you attend any party. They are made of cotton and thus they are very comfortable to wear. They are surely going to look pretty and beautiful on any person who wears this casual cotton saree.

Pochampally sarees

The Pochampally sarees are made in the place of Bhoodan Pochampally which is in the Nalgonda district of Telangana. These sarees are unique in their designs which are in the form of geometric shapes and they are dyed in the Ikat style. The designs and patterns in the saree are very old and there are only a few artisans who can make the Pohampally sarees.

However, these did not have any effect on popularity. They are as popular as they were a few years ago. Even the hostesses of Air India wear these sarees. You must definitely wear the beautiful and vibrant Pochampally sarees.

Conclusion

Sarees are very popular in the southern part of Indian. These are some of the popular sarees, which are commonly worn in the south. You can also try out these sarees and wear them when you visit any occasion. You will certainly add a different taste to the event and will certainly look gorgeous in these sarees.

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