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Different types of sarees popular in India

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Sarees are a type of fabric that is woven and dyed before being sewn together. The word sari is derived from “Sar” (meaning to fold in half) and “Ri” (meaning piece). Sarees are a traditional dress worn in India and are a must-have for every woman. Sarees are usually made with a cotton fabric and are embroidered with different designs and motifs. Sarees are usually worn by women on special occasions like weddings, festivals and other events. The design and fabric of a saree can be changed as per the occasion.   Sarees can be made in a variety of styles. Some of the most popular sarees are the Chikankari, the Bandhani, the Chanderi and the Banarasi. Sarees are usually worn by Indian women and can be very expensive. The cost of a saree can vary from $100 to $5000!   Sarees are a symbol of Indian culture and heritage and are considered a unique and traditional dress. Sarees have a variety of designs and motifs and are embroidered with a variety of colors and fabrics.  Banarasi Sarees Bana

How to choose wedding saree for Wedding Occasion

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Nothing can go wrong with a woman when she is draped in 6 yards of grace! Ah, what a sight for anybody looking at this! But while choosing your  saree  for one of the most important days of your life, you should know the correct way to pick your 6 yards of grace. The correct body type analysis could help you choose the best drapery, fabric, design and look for your wedding day!    Here, let’s see what is in the bucket for you! Note: Every body is beautiful. Your features define who you are and there are no drawbacks to how you look. Adding on, every body type has its own beauty and pros added to it. There are NO cons whatsoever. Love yourself the way you are!   Body Type 1: Triangle Your body type is termed as triangle when you have narrower shoulders and bust as compared to your hips. With this body type, carrying off bold and bright colors is a charm. Alongside, the drapery also matters a lot. Having a lot of complications in adjusting your pallu will just make it worse. Having a str

What is Paithani?

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Paithani is a Maharashtrian style saree. It was first founded in Paithan, a town in Aurangabad district of Maharashtra. It is a rick fabric that employs pure silk threads strongly handwoven with silver zari threads. It is widely renowned for its oblique square and peacock design. It is an offering of Indian heritage with rich designs closely woven into the fabric. To own a Paithani in India is like owning treasure. What is Paithani made of exactly? It is woven out of pure silk fabric to get the desired look for the perfect occasion. There are three types of silk threads that are used in order to make a paithani: Charkha: This is widely used. It is cheap, dull and uneven. Ciddle-Gatta: Fine quality silk, thin shear, shiny, smooth and even. China silk: Very expensive to use.   Here are a few features of a pure Paithani Saree: Colours Paithani Sarees  come in a lot of colours. These colours are made out of vegetable dyes. The dominant traditional colours include the following: Pophali - y