SOUTH INDIA

There are distinctive cultural features that this region apart from northern India has. Today, the south is one of Indias major sari weaving regions producing considerable quantities of silk, cotton, rayon and polyester. South India is responsible for about 90 percent of all the mulberry silk produced in India, with Karnataka alone accounting for about 60 percent. Traditionally south-Indian sari fall into 2 basic types that are distinguished by their borders: wide and narrow

ANDHRA PRADESH
Economics : Andhra Pradesh is one of the economically sound state of India which draws a substantial amount of profit from "Agriculture" and "Livestock Weather: 25 -30 degree Language : hindi,telgu,urdu and tamil. Population : 84.7 million Language: 67.77% Culture : Kuchipudi is the classical danceSilk woven into a primarily cotton fabric, himroo was the cloth of choice for the luxurious garments of the noblemen. Saris woven in Pochampalli, Dharamavaram, Venkatagiri and Narayanpet are treasured possessions of innumerable Indian women. Ikat is a form of weave where dyed threads are patterned into colourful fabrics.

Venkatagiri sarees Dharmavaram Sarees Gadwal Sarees Mangalagiri Sarees Pochampalli Silk & Cotton Sarees

DIFFERENT TYPES OF SAREES FROM ANDHRA PRADESH OF INDIA

VENKATAGIRI SAREES

VENKATAGIRI SAREES
These sarees are available in cotton and silk, with pure silver zari and brocade designs in the border The bright Venkatagiri saris have pleasant colours with golden dots, leaves, parrots or simple geometrical designs

DHARMAVARAM SAREES

DHARMAVARAM SAREES
The Dharmavaram sarees from AP is famous for silk sarees. They have simple, plain borders without much contrast.

These sarees are woven with tussar silk also.

GADWAL SAREES

GADWAL SAREES
Gadwal sarees from AP are famous all over the world for its beautiful weaving. The body of the Saree may be cotton or silk whereas the border and pallu are in silk. The cotton and silk fabrics are woven separately and then attached together. The mango motif is usually used in the designs. Yellow, parrot- green, pink and beige are the colours used most often.

MANGALAGIRI SAREES
The Mangalagiri sarees from Andhra Pradesh are made from Mangalgiri cotton.

POCHAMPALLI SILK & COTTON SAREES

POCHAMPALLI SILK & COTTON SAREES

Pochampally is famous on account of its exquisitely designed silk & cotton sarees. The designs are uncomplicated geometricalpatterns based on lkat process of weaving. The Pochampalli textiles are made using the tie and dye method of yarn. Different coloured yarns are woven into geometrical designs.

KARNATAKA
Area:- 1,91,791 sq.km. Population:- 448 lakhs. It was 5.3 percent of the total Indian population of 8,443 lakhs. Literacy:-67.04% of the total population. Weather:- Max(28.6C), Min(19.2C) Dry weather Economic:- growth of 8.2% in the fiscal year 2010-2011 that is about Rs 2719.56 billion Climate:The state enjoys three main types of climates. For meteorological purposes, the state has been divided into three sub-divisions namely : Coastal Karnataka (Dakshina Kannada and Uttara Kannada districts), North Interior Karnataka (Belgaum, Bidar, Bijapur, Dharwad, Gulbarga and Raichurdistricts). South Interior Karnataka (the remaining districts of Bangalore Rural, Bangalore, Bellary, Chikmagalur, Chitradurga, Kodagu, Hassan, Kolar, Mysore, Mandya, Shimoga and Tumkur districts).

SARIS OF KARNATAKA

IKAT SARIS MYSORE SILK SARIS KORNADU SARIS BANGALORE SILK SARIS

IKAT SARIS

INTRODUCTION
Ikat sari is a traditional form of sari which is a common feminine wear in northern part of Karnataka and Maharashtra. Ikat sari takes its name from the town of ikat in the Bagalkot district of Karnataka state, India. Ikat saris are woven using cotton warp on the body and art silk warp for border and pallav portion of the sari. Traditionally pure silk is used.

HISTORY
Ikat was an ancient weaving centre where the weaving seems to have started in the 8th century AD. The growth of these saris is attributed to the patronage provided by the local chieftains in and around the town of Bellary. The availability of local raw materials helped in the growth of this sari. About 20000 people in the town of Ikat are engaged in sari-weaving.

PROCESS
The uniqueness of sari is joining of the body warp with pallav warp with a series of loops locally called as TOPE TENI technique. The weaver can make only 6 yards, 8 yards, 9 yards warp due to above TOPE TENI technique. KONDI Technique is used for weft through inserting 3 shuttles. Pallau portion-Design: TOPE TENE SERAGU Normally in tope teni seragu 3 solid portions would be in red colour, and in between 2 portions in white colour. Tope Teni seragu has been regarded as a state symbol and was greatly respected during festival occasions.

DESIGNS
The distinctive feature of ikat saris is the use of a form of embroidery called as Kasuti. The designs used in Kasuti reflect traditional patterns like palanquins, elephants and lotuses which are embroidered onto ikat saris. Traditional Borders (i) Chikki (ii) Gomi (iii) Gadidadi (iv) Modern Gaythri are unique ones in ikat saris - width ranging from 2.5 to 4

 The end region of the pallu is made up of patterns of different shapes like comb, fort ramparts, jowar, mountain range, temple towers. The sari is either made of cotton, or a mixture of cotton and silk or in pure silk.

COLOURS
The border of the sari is very broad (4 to 6 inches) and red or maroon in colour and is made of different designs with ochre patterns. The colors traditionally used are pomegranate red, brilliant peacock green and parrot green. The saris that are made for bridal wear are made of a particular colour called Giri Kumukum which is associated with the sindhoor worn by the wives of the priests in this region.

MAIN BODY DESIGN

Stripes Rectangles Squares

MYSORE SILK SARIS

MYSORE SILK SARIS

Mysore silk is one of the most popular and finest and purest forms of silk. Mysore silk is a famous variety of silk made in Mysore , Karnataka. Known for its extraordinary quality and permanence of lustre, it is an integral part of the Karnataka's culture.

DESIGNS
The weight and the content of gold or silver thread used mainly in the intricate border and the pallau or the headpiece determine the price of the saris A sari usually weighs between 400 and 600 grams (15-21 ounces). Mysore silk sari is undergoing a makeover with new kasuti embroidery, bandhini designs, rich woven pallus, and with a palette of exciting vibrant colors lilac, ecru, coffee-brown and elephant-grey, and contemporary designs, all inspired by traditional Indian architecture and ancient Indian jewellery.

COLOURS
This sari exhibiting a range of rich colors, with golden threads interwoven in it for an enhanced effect, has almost acquired a legendary status due to its sheer beauty and demand. The silk is dyed using natural pigments and woven into intricate but, subtle patterns featuring motifs of birds or fruits.

KORNADU SARI
It is woven in Anekal near Bangalore, started in AD 1750 during the reign of Hyder Ali A traditional 9 yard sari. Woven in cotton and silk. Cotton yarn is usually in deep indigo colour. The body of the sari is mainly chequered or striped patterns.

BANGALORE SARIS
Many southern Karnataka saris, collectively known as Bangalore saris having the warp and weft threads dip-dyed before weaving in order to give both warp and weft coloring to the borders and end pieces. Modern versions of Bangalore silk saris have pleasing color and are simple and elegant.

TAMILNADU
Area:- 130,058 square km and is the eleventh largest state in India Population:- 72,138,958 (5.96% of India's population). Literacy:- 80.3% of the total population. Weather:- Max 43 C (109 F), Min 13.1 C (55.6 F) Economic:-Gross state domestic product for 2011 is estimated at US$ 97.970 Billion in current prices. The state experienced a GDP growth rate of 12.1% for 2007-08. Climate:Tamil Nadu is heavily dependent on monsoon rains, and thereby is prone to droughts when the monsoons fail. The climate of the state ranges from dry sub-humid to semi-arid.

TAMILNADU SARIS

KORNAD SARIS KANCHI COTTON SARIS KANJEEVARAM SARIS COIMBATORE TRIBAL SARIS

KONARD SARIS
Sari is the traditional attire for women of India and it has the world recognition as one of the classiest clothing for women. saris are also called temple saris because it is during the occasions and are meant for temple deities. They have wide borders and are very beautiful with different kinds of designs embedded on them. They are also very popular to be worn in the occasion of marriages because of the kind of designs it has.

DESIGNS
They have designs of elephants, peacock as well as many other natural elements and animals with a royal touch which are spread all over the length of sari. A quite common form of end piece of Konrad saris is found in a wide band that is usually of zari along with weft-wise triangular point woven in the interlock weft practice.

KANJEEVARAM SARIS
Kanchipuram is a mid sized city in the northwest of Tamil Nadu. The surrounding area is rich with ancient weaving tradition - most famous is the richly brocaded Kanchi silk sari. An airy and stable weave for every day wear. Kanchipuram is well known for its hand spun and hand-woven cottons as well as its dazzling silks. This collection is just a small sampling of what this famous weaving region has to offer in terms of cotton handlooms. This cotton is soft and drapes well.

KANJEEVARUAM SILK SARIS

Wide borders of colored threads or zari, and striped style pallus woven in a simple tribal style are hallmarks of this style. Fashion demands have varied the style pallette of the region and the Kanchipuram weavers are now producing modern as well as ancient designs and sometimes an interesting mix of the two. Kanchi silk is generally handspun, giving the cloth a slightly variegated sheen, best described at going in the direction of dupioni silk, but much less textured. The gauge varies a bit, but the classic Kanchi silk is a heavier gauge and fabled to last a lifetime.

 The Kanjeevaram sari is made of a heavy silk, durable that it can be washed in water at home.

DESIGNS
Kanjeevaram silk saris are always of bold and bright colour contrasts, favoured by almost every Indian woman. Some common designs woven on the sari are as follows: o Peacock and parrot are the most common motifs. o Major attractions are the also beautiful tribal designs. o Now focus is also on contemporary patterns. o You will also find scenes from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata and Bhagwad Gita being incorporated into these works of art.

 These are saris of vivid colour contrasts with traditional patterns derived from the Pallav temples, palaces and paintings. A decorative sari contains Zari interwoven with the silk. There are also saris with gold squares or stripes.

COIMBATORE SARIS
Coimbatore cotton saris often feature elaborate cotton brocade worked borders and pallus. This fine and airy cotton sari on the low range have plain fields and very understated pallu ornament, often just fine stripes. The high end saris feature thread and zari work framed by intricate colorful threadwork borders. These saris come in a great range of color combinations, including mouth watering shots. These are some of the most well executed elegant saris.

KERALA
Area - 38,863 Sq. Km. Population 31.8 million Literacy rate 93.91% Weather Moderate tropical Economy :Rich in agricultural produce & Mineral deposits Climate : tropical climate,20-36 degree day time and 18-30 degree at night. Language : Hinduism, Islam, Christianity. Culture : it is revealed in various dances forms, martial arts and cuisine. Both men and women preferred white dresses. Men were dressed in a hand-woven cotton cloth, called mundoo. Women also wear mundoos sari having gold (kasavoo) borders

KERALA SARIS
The traditional clothing of women in Kerala is Mundum Neriyatham a two-piece sari inherited by fine sheer muslins in natural shades of cotton. It has a colored strip at the border known as KARA. An unbleached and white saris for women where in use a saronglike garment called Mundu which covered both upper and lower part of the body in ancient times. And Neriyath the upper garment was later addition. These saris are known for their flamboyance and richness. They are specially worn on occasions like Onam and new year of Kerela.

KERALA SARIS
Mundu and Neriyath were produced by weavers of textile centers in Tamil Nadu. Madurai, Coimbatore and Salem were main centers which catered to the market. Madurai and Salem were specialized in fine gold bordered in both mundu and neriyath varieties.

was superior for its fine weaving and excellent zari work.

Kerala started begun weaving full length sari known as Balaramapuram Cotton Sari. One and a half century old tradition Kasavu sari based on zari is woven in Thiruvananthpuram district. The feature of this sari is that its white with rich gold or multicolored borders and pallavas with different pattern and designs. The use of zari makes sari an expensive.

Kerala saris with vibrant hues of embroideries are an enchanting blend of innovation, awe-inspiring beauty and hard work of the craftsmen.

Different types of saris includes:Maroon South saris Maroon color has always been very popular among the south saris. Vibrant colors with exclusive golden borders and heavy pallavs make them look beautifully attractive.
Printed Handloom saris Available in different prints and designs, these printed handloom saris gives a very ethnic look to a wearer. Handloom saris are available in every possible colors.

Nowadays Keralas sari market is flooded with saris like Kancheepuram Silk, Banaras Silk, Cotton, Pure Silk, Polycotton, semi-Silk, Rose Silk, Organsa, Organdi etc. and the saris decorated with sequins work, zardosi works, embroidery, fabric printing etc. saris with various colors, designs and materials started becoming popular in the market. Presently pastel shades and earthy shades like beige, crmes and mustard are in vogue.

KERALA SARIS
Casual Handloom saris Handloom saris are very often worn by the women. Casual handloom saris are available in different colors like red, yellow, mustard, off white, blue, black, red and lots more. Cotton Handloom saris Cotton handloom saris are best for the office wear and gives a very soothing feel in summers. Available in both dark and light tones they are best in summer.