Paresh Patil
Nov 4 · 10 min read

THE STATES OF SAREE IN INDIA

Sarees are one of the key clothes that you can find in the country of India. It is one of the basic things people were in this country. Sarees have belonged in this country since the old ages, from the time of the Vedas. If you break into the ancient scriptures of the country of India you would find the mention of sarees even in those old texts. Coming Summertime with tradition and culture with the main aspects of human life, sarees have evolved a lot.

WHAT IS A SAREE?

A saree is a piece of clothing that requires two garments that are found underneath it. It is basically a long piece of cloth that is about five to ten yards in its length which is just around the blouse and the petticoats that you were underneath the saree. There are a number of different saree designs that you can find across the country. All these sarees come from different states and depict the culture and tradition of the particular state. Some stories are also told according to the embroidery that is printed on the sarees. It doesn’t matter which state you are from, the sarees will tell you a lot about life and living in these states.

WHY ARE SAREES SO POPULAR IN INDIA?

Sarees are extremely popular in India of the tradition and culture of the country. Sarees of clothes that cover most of the body and leaves much of it to the imagination of the people. In India, people believe the clothes that you wear should be modest and should not expose most parts of your body. That is one of the reasons why sarees have gained such popularity.

Other than that sarees also have a feminine nature. They look beautiful and elegant on any woman that wears them. With proper Jewellery and other factors, sarees can contribute a lot when it comes to beauty. These are the reasons why sarees are so popular in the country of India.

WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF SAREES FROM THE DIFFERENT STATES?

Each and every state of this country has given birth to a particular type of saree. Each and every state has a story to tell about the culture and tradition with the form of saree that they have given birth To. In this article, we will see the different types of sarees that have originated from different states.

TAANT SAREE:

This saree has originated from West Bengal. It is one of the most commonly seen sarees here and is a traditional remark of the state. Fabric from which the saree is made is essentially cotton. Women of all strata of society wear this type of saree. It is comfortable, convenient to wear because of the weather in the region. Women of West Bengal generally wear this kind of saree on casual meetings and as daily wear. There are thick borders and beautiful prints that make the saree a wonderful purchase. So next time you are in Bengal try a saree that has originated from this place.

KASAVU SAREE:

This saree is a product from Kerala. This saree is also known as the Settu saree. This was original of dhoti saree, which had a blouse and a stole that was worn across the blouse. You will see old ladies from Kerala who have kept this time of the saree still growing. The effect of several years has given this saree artificial color and new threading. They used to have large golden borders and were sometimes woven with real gold as well. Today, the modern generation has accepted the saree with modern implications.

KANJEEVARAM SAREES:

This saree is also known as the Queen of sarees. They are basically silk sarees that are traditionally woven from the region of Kanjeeveram. These sarees are generally quite rich in their vibrant colors and their wonderful textures. They are also known to be extremely delicate, elegant and refined, all in one piece.

Women from various parts of the world have been using this type of Kanjeevaram sarees over several decades now. With time, this type of saree has evolved and has become one of the most popular types of sarees in the country.

BOMKAI SAREES:

This is a type of saree that has originated from the state of Orissa. This saree also has a special name, as it goes by the name Sonepuri silk sarees. This saree is an artwork, with a lot of intricate detailing and embroidery that has been woven into one large draping of cloth. You can find this type of saree in various fabrics, particularly silk and cotton. They can be worn for festive occasions as these occasions go with the vibrant color and texture of the saree. If you are ever in Orissa, try this saree to commemorate the origin land of this masterpiece.

SAMBALPURI SAREES:

Sambalpuri sarees too have originated from the country of Orissa. These sarees too are woven traditionally and are extremely delicate in their nature. There are many new techniques that are used in preparation for this type of saree. One of the most important factors if this saree is that each thread is dyed before they are woven together. This makes the color extremely vibrant and long-lasting as well, as they hardly fade with the perishes of time. The rich color and the artwork has made this saree one of the most popular sarees in the whole country, used by millions of women from all over the nation.

PAITHANI SAREES:

This is a type of saree that has originated from the state of Aurangabad. This is one of the special gifts given to us from Aurangabad. This is a traditional silk saree that has been woven by hand. The whole saree looks extremely elegant and grand in its color and texture. It has a border made up of zari, and peacock designs are one of the major things about this saree. All of these factors help separate this special saree from all other sarees in the country.

BANDHANI SAREES:

This is a saree that comes from the state of Gujarat. The name of this particular type of saree has originated from the word, ‘Bandhan’ which refers to bond. The process of tying and dying of the saree is what keeps it separated from the other firms of saree that you can find in this country. The tying and dying part is also why the saree is given this particular name. Gujarat and Rajasthan both are equally credited for the creation of this wonderful saree. Even to this day, the masterful, Khatri community of Gujarat is making this saree, who were the ones who actually pioneered the design. Even today, it is one of the most popular forms of saree.

MUGA SAREE:

The MUGA saree is a saree that has originated from the state of Assam. It is too, a silk saree in its core. This saree is produced from a particular type of silk that comes from the larvae which feed on two special types of leaves. The final result that we get from this silk in the firm of the saree, is known to be the best result. The texture of the saree is very glossy. Another important factor about this saree is that it is extremely durable. This type of saree can be found only in Assam and nowhere else.

BANARASI SAREES:

BANARASI sarees are one of the most well-known sarees in this country. They have originated from the state of Varanasi. They are known for the beautiful golden and silver embroidery and designs that are found on the body of these sarees. They were originally made for royalty, and the original sarees were made up if gold and silver threads. It used to take a lot of time in making these sarees because of the intricate detailing that you find here. Today you can find a variety of Benarasi sarees all over the country because of their extreme popularity.

POCHAMPALLY SAREES:

This saree has originated from the state of Andhra Pradesh. They come from the famous Pochampally silk. The sarees are made within intricate designs that are geometric in nature. They are also made from the perfect combination of cotton and Silk blended together. They are extremely royal in nature and very beautiful. Anyone who hails from Andhra Pradesh will know about the popularity of the saree that has been mentioned here.

CHANDERI SAREES :

This is a type of saree that has originated from the state of Madhya Pradesh. Several types of fabric, such as silk, zari, and cotton are blended together to weave a Chanderi saree. The result of it is a light fabric that is like a feather, and it also has a beautiful royal glare and looks absolutely amazing. As it is one of the lightest fabrics that you would find in this country, the sarees are easy to wear as well. Therefore, if you like sarees, you must have a Chanderi saree in your collection at any cost.

KONRAD SAREES:

This is a type of saree that has originated from the state of Tamil Nadu. They were originally made for the temple goddesses. These sarees are extremely simple yet aesthetic in their nature. The general design of the saree is checks and stripes. They are also known to have quite a wide border. Pictures if natural elements and animals adorn this saree as well. The border of the saree is the most special part of it. The pictures that are mention here are drawn mostly on the borders.

LEHERIYA SAREES:

Type of saree that has originated from the state of Rajasthan. This saree is another form of a Bandhani saree. The only difference is the procedure from which it is made. This procedure is a bit different from the tie and due procedure if a Bandhani saree. This too is an extremely vibrant saree that looks exquisite for the Rajasthani women. It is also an extremely common saree worn by hundreds of women in Rajasthan and all over the country as well. If you ever visit the state of Rajasthan, don’t forget to try this beautiful LEHERIYA saree.

PHULKARI SAREES:

Phulkari sarees are another quite popular type of saree that is found in the state of Punjab. The meaning of the name of the saree is flowers. The design of the saree, as the name suggests, is basically large and vibrant flowers. These sarees originated from the famous love story of Heer-Ranjha. Since then, it has been one of the most popular forms of saree that you would find here. The embroidery is basically done on blends of cotton or fabrics that are made up of Khadi. Several different types of Dupattas are also made from this mixed fabric that has gained such popularity.

CHIKANKARI SAREES:

CHIKANKARI sarees are also one of the most popular types of sarees that have originated from the state of Lucknow. This is one of the most traditional forms of sarees that you can find in the country. These have a steep history because these sarees were originally made on a muslin cloth. Today, you can find this saree is several different types of fabric all around the world. Being one of the most beautiful sarees, with intricate detailing and embroidery, and saree lover would be extremely unfortunate to miss out on this beautiful saree hailing from Lucknow.

CONCLUSION

All of these sarees have shown us how beautiful the culture and tradition of this country is. Another huge thing that it has shown us is the take that resides in our country. These sarees are one of the best pieces of work in the entire world. Seeing the beauty, colour and durability of these sarees, you can clearly say that they are one of the most beautiful creations to have ever being created in any country in the world. If you love sarees and you love to collect them, then you must have at least one saree from each state. Your that the correction is diverse and beautiful.

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