| Sarees are the without doubt a true reflection of the | | | | the south. It is very shiny and heavy silk that has a |
| culture and heritage of our society. The magnificence | | | | broad border in contrasting colors. The border usually |
| of the sari is untouched and even now it has a | | | | has designs of temples, palaces and other native |
| special place in the hearts of Indian women. | | | | scenes worked onto them. Kanjeevaram silk is worn |
| Sarees are the without doubt a true reflection of the | | | | by brides in southern India. |
| culture and heritage of our society. The magnificence | | | | Benarasi Sarees: Benarasi saree is a very popular |
| of the sari is untouched and even now it has a | | | | saree in northern India. It is hand woven and is made |
| special place in the hearts of Indian women. Since the | | | | in benaras. The benarasi was very popular among the |
| last 5000 years the saree has withstood the test of | | | | Mughal queens who loved opulence in their dressing |
| time and that in itself is a testimony of the popularity | | | | styles. Fine silk is used to make benarasi sarees which |
| of sarees. | | | | is then embroidered with gold or silver threads. |
| What is a saree ? | | | | Benarasi sarees have a very eye catching and |
| The saree is a length of crafted fabric which is 6-9 | | | | colorful appearance because of which they are |
| yards long. It is draped across the body so that | | | | admired. |
| there are neat pleats at the waist and the shoulders | | | | There are many other sarees which are famous as |
| of the wearer. The outfit flatters women of all | | | | well, such as Bandhani/Bandhej saris from Rajasthan |
| shapes and sizes and looks good on everyone. This is | | | | and Gujarat, cotton Gadhwal saris with silk borders |
| a major reason for the continued demand for sarees. | | | | and pallu from Andhra Pradesh, and Paithani saris with |
| The Designer Saree is worn with a matching blouse. | | | | peacock design from Maharastra. Each has its own |
| The pallu, which is the end of the saree draped | | | | charm and elegance which is reflected in the saree |
| across the shoulders, is heavily decorated to | | | | pattern. |
| distinguish it from the other parts of the saree. The | | | | Bridal Sarees can be bought online as well. There are |
| pallu can be worn in many styles. Some of the | | | | special sites dedicated just to selling specialty sarees |
| various styles include pleated, pinned, loose, back | | | | which can be worn on a variety of occasions. Online |
| draped and front draped styles. The other end of | | | | stores have a huge variety of saree designs, |
| the saree is tucked into a petticoat. | | | | patterns and colors. They stock sarees for all |
| Saree styles and designs | | | | occasions and deliver the goods right at your |
| Sarees are of various types and styles. Each region | | | | doorstep. So, next time you want to buy a saree, |
| of the country has its own particular style of saree | | | | there is no need for you to run from store to store. |
| and also a different way of draping it. Every region is | | | | Go online, take your pick and place the order. Shop |
| famous for some form of sari. Here are some of the | | | | from the comfort of your home and get whatever |
| most famous ones: | | | | you desire. |
| Kanjeevarams: The kanjeevaram is a famous silk of | | | | |