Bridal Silk Saree

Known for its rich texture, vibrant colors, and heavy silk with contrasting borders woven with pure gold or silver zari. Originating from Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu, these sarees are a classic bridal choice in South India, including areas like Enathur.

• Banarasi Silk: Celebrated for its opulent zari work (gold and silver brocade), intricate weaving patterns often featuring floral, paisley, and geometric motifs. These sarees come in various types like Katan, Shattir, Georgette, and Organza. Banaras, Uttar Pradesh, is the primary weaving center.
• Zari Work: Extensive use of real or imitation gold and silver threads in weaving and embroidery.
• Embroidery: Intricate patterns using various techniques like Zardozi (metallic embroidery), Resham (silk thread embroidery), Kundan (setting of gemstones), and Beadwork.
• Rich and Auspicious Colors: Bridal sarees traditionally come in auspicious colors like red, maroon, gold, and vibrant yellows and greens. However, modern brides also opt for pastels and other contemporary shades. The color symbolism often holds cultural significance.

The Korvai saree is a type of traditional Indian silk saree, primarily associated with Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu. The term "Korvai" in Tamil refers to the "interlocking" or "in sync" technique that is the hallmark of these sarees.

Here's a breakdown of what makes Korvai sarees special:

Key Features of Korvai Sarees:

• Contrast Borders: The most distinctive feature is the contrasting color of the border and the body of the saree. This vibrant interplay of colors is a key aesthetic element.
• Interlocking Weave: The border and the body are woven separately and then joined together using an intricate interlocking technique at the weft level. This requires great skill and precision from the weavers.
• Two Weavers: Typically, weaving a Korvai saree involves two weavers working in tandem on the loom. One weaver focuses on the body, while the other weaves the border and pallu (the decorative end piece).
• Three Shuttles: A three-shuttle loom is used for this process, which allows for the separate weaving and subsequent interlocking.
• Embossed Texture: The area where the border and body meet often has a slightly raised or embossed texture due to the interlocking of the threads.
• Intricate Designs: The borders and pallus often feature traditional motifs inspired by temples (like the Gopuram or temple tower design), nature (animals, flowers), and geometric patterns. The "Rekku Korvai" features more prominent, spired temple motifs resembling the "Thazhampoo" (screw pine) flower.
• Seamless Join: A well-executed Korvai technique results in a strong and seamless join between the border and the body, ensuring that even if the saree tears, the border will not detach.