Bangalore Sarees (Saris), a tradition of India

Saree is considered the symbol of Indian women. There are different designs available in sarees. Women wear saree according to tradition and culture of their region. And when we talk about sarees, how is it possible that we cannot discuss Bangalore sarees.

Whenever we talk about printed silk sarees, the first name comes in to our mind is Bangalore. Bangalore is famous for that type of sarees. Bangalore sarees are of extraordinary quality and they have permanent luster. These sarees are considered a central and important part of a culture, named Karnataka’s culture, because in this region, most of people wear silk while attending any ceremony or ritual. Bangalore sarees made up of silk are famous due to pure silk, elegant color, soft material and shine. It gives you a soft feel whenever you wear this type of saree. These sarees are long lasting. These sarees can be easily washed and they are also durable. The color of zari fades with the passage of time because yarn which is used in manufacturing is made up of gold and silver. But in silk sarees there is less proportion of these metals.

Now new designs such as kasoti embroidery are also mixed with Bangalore sarees. This is only done to represent pure Indian architectural culture. Bangalore sarees made up of silk vary in weight from 400 grams to 600 grams. Natural pigments are used to dye the silk. Synthetic pigments cannot be used for this purpose as these pigments can damage the silk. During the manufacturing of these sarees, the weavers churn out a single saree. This is done to ensure the perfection and quality of every single saree.

The Bangalore sarees exhibit a wide range of colors. Gold or silver threads are interwoven in order to increase the beauty and charm of saree. These sarees have gain the attention of women from legendary class due to gorgeous and elegant look.

Silk sarees are specialty of Bangalore. But there are some other sarees that are typically related to Bangalore and has attained a renowned position in Bangalore sarees. One of them is ilkal sarees. The length of these types of sarees is 9 yard. Temple towers are designed on the pallu of these ilkal sarees. Red silk is used in manufacturing of this pallu and white color is used to make patterns. Only cotton can be used in manufacturing of ilkal saree. But sometime it is preferred to use mixture of both silk and cotton in manufacturing processes. Different shades of red and green colors are used in these sarees.

If these sarees are to be used as a bridal dress, then sarees are designed in special type of color named as girikumukum. This color is related to the color of sindhoor. And sindhoor is a symbol of Indian wives. So that is why bridal Bangalore sarees are made from this color.

Now with the help of internet you can easily search for different Bangalore sarees from a wide range of colors and available designs. Designers have put their effort to make the best of Bangalore sarees.

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