10 Sarees Every Woman Will Rock

Saree is that one Indian traditional element that never fades away, rather this trend is getting hot and hotter with time passing by. Everyone loves a saree, the look and feel of a saree, and every woman loves wearing a saree once in a while. 

1. Kasavu from Kerala.

Kerala sarees, better known as Kasavu sarees, are symbolic of Kerala’s tradition and culture. The white and gold sarees are unique due to their natural hues, texture and the gold border which adds to their elegance. No occasion in Kerala feels complete without the Kasavu costume.

2. Kanjeevaram from Tamil Nadu.

Kanjeevaram silk saree is a magnificent creation of the craftsmen living in a small town, Kanchi (Kanchipuram), situated near the Bangalore city of South India. The saree has been named after the town in which it is produced. The silk used in the creation of Kanjeevaram 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, whose trousseau remains incomplete without this amazing outfit. 

3. Paithani from Maharashtra.

Paithani saris are an integral part of Maharashtrian culture. Considered as the queen of saris, it is what the Kanchipuram sari is to the South. Needless to say, it is a must for every Maharashtrian for auspicious occasions, festive moments and weddings. A Paithani weave is like gara embroidery; it leaves no threads hanging. It is all sealed and doesn’t get entangled with accessories, which always makes brides heave a sigh of relief.

4. Bandhani From Gujarat.

Bandhani is considered very auspicious, especially in Rajasthan and Gujarat. From weddings to births, Bandhani finds a sacred association everywhere. Legends have it that wearing Bandhani Sarees invites good luck. There was a time when all brides in Western India wore Wedding Sarees or Bridal Lehenga Cholis decorated with fine Bandhani. The Gujarati Gharchola (the Bridal Saree gifted from groom’s family) and Panetar (Gujarati Wedding Ensemble) have delicate Bandhani work. In Rajasthan, the varying Bandhani patterns and colours of the turbans worn by menfolk indicate their castes and communities. Bandhani is also used to convey life stages. While red represents marriage, yellow signifies motherhood and green signifies fertility.

5. Muga from Assam.

As famous as its picturesque tea plantations is Assam’s Muga silk. The gorgeous fabric, known for its extreme durability and natural yellowish-golden tint, was once reserved only for royalty. In fact, it is often compared to being as expensive as buying gold. Over the years, the silk has only managed to gain more popularity, with the Muga silk now becoming a coveted item for wedding and traditional wear.

6. Banarasi from Varanasi.

A Banarasi saree is a saree made in Varanasi, an ancient city which is also called Benares (Banaras). The saris are among the finest saris in India and are known for their gold and silver brocade or zari, fine silk and opulent embroidery. The saris are made of finely woven silk and are decorated with intricate design, and, because of these engravings, are relatively heavy.

7. Chanderi from Madhya Pradesh.

Chanderi, a small town in Madhya Pradesh, is among the most popular handloom locations in India. And what is it best known for? Its ancient weaving expertise that produces intricately textured cotton and silk fabrics embellished with rich zardozi work. Referred to as ‘woven air’ because of its transparency and the sheer texture of the fabric, Chanderi sarees are set apart by their light weight and glossy texture that is different from any other textile woven or produced in mass in the country. The sarees owe this quality to the high-quality and extra fine yarns that are used in weaving the Chanderi fabric. 

8. Leheriya from Rajasthan.

Made with the traditional style of the tie-dye technique in Rajasthan, the Leheriya is a unique, brightly coloured saree with distinctive patterns. The word Leheriya means wave. The name of this saree is taken from Rajasthani word because of its beautiful and complex wave patterns.

9. Phulkari from Punjab.

Phulkari refers to the folk embroidery of the Punjab. Although Phulkari means floral work, the designs include not only flowers but also cover motifs and geometrical shapes.The main characteristics of Phulkari embroidery are use of darn stitch on the wrong side of coarse cotton cloth with coloured silken thread. Punjabi women create innumerable alluring and interesting designs and patterns by their skilful manipulation of the darn stitch. 

10. Chikankari from Lucknow.

Chikan is a delicate and artfully done hand embroidery on a variety of textile fabric like muslin, silk, chiffon, organza, net, etc. White thread is embroidered on cool, pastel shades of light muslin and cotton garments. Lucknow is the heart of the chikankari industry today and the variety is known as Lucknawi chikan.

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