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The Chettinadu Kandangi saree is native to the Chettinad region and has been in existence for over 150 years. [4] Kandangi saris were traditionally made of silk. Later, cotton was used for convenience. The saris are known for its checkered pattern using multiple colors with thick contrasting borders.
A sari (sometimes also saree [1] or sadi) [note 1] is a drape (cloth) [2] and a women's garment in the Indian subcontinent. [3] It consists of an un-stitched stretch of woven fabric arranged over the body as a dress, with one end attached to the waist, while the other end rests over one shoulder as a stole, [4] [5] sometimes baring a part of the midriff.
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Chanderi saris are produced from three kinds of fabric: pure silk, Chanderi cotton and silk cotton. [clarification needed] Traditional coin, floral art, peacocks and modern geometric designs are woven into different Chanderi patterns.
Saris are distinguished by their wide contrast borders. Temple borders, checks, stripes and floral (buttas) are traditional designs found on a Kanchipuram saris. [8] The patterns and designs in the kanchipuram saris were inspired with images and scriptures in South Indian temples or natural features like leaves, birds and animals. [10]
These include silk saris woven in the Thirubuvanam region near Kumbakonam in Tamil Nadu. The silk saris measure about 12 ft (3.7 m) in length and 4 ft (1.2 m) in breadth, weighing about 400 g (14 oz) without the zari. [3] The saris are known for its extensive border and pallu designs with extensive zari work and higher thread count. [4]
Kandangi Sarees and Chettinad Kottan are geographical indications, produced in 250 mills across the city. [38] Karaikudi is a developing urban center in Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu. [39] [40] UNESCO has offered to set up a Chettinad Heritage Museum in Sivaganga district recognizing the unique style of architecture in the region. [41]
Paithani Bridal Sari Paithani Bridal Sari An aeroplane with a Paithani design created by Meera Mehta an Indian textile designer, on its vertical stabilizer-rudder.. Paithani is a variety of sari, named after the Paithan town in Aurangabad from state of Maharashtra in India where the sari was first made by hand.