Grace Kalamkari Silk Sarees for a Magical and Whimsical Feel

by Beatitude IN Executive India's answer to the timeless western gowns, Sarees are certainly the most splendid creation that dresses the women in the most sophisticated and graceful manner. The saree that has recently spurred up among all the available collection of sarees is the Kalamkari saree. Kalamkari silk sarees are sure to stumped and inspired all with its God's inspired patterns, swirly vines and hand-paint style prints. Kalamkari sarees have a certain sheen that is created by leaving the fabric in a mixture of cow milk and mycrobalans and these sarees have an extremely different appeal due to the fine detailing in the print that offers the sarees with a distinctive appeal and make it easily identifiable in the crowd. Besides, Kalamkari looks impeccable on silk fabric, as it renders a more opulent aura to the sarees.     

Kalamkari, an ancient art, originated about 3000 years ago and earlier this pattern was drawn on cotton fabric only but lately this painting was done on silk material too. Kalamkari style of painting and printing include numerous forms and styles that vary according to different regions of the Indian subcontinent. The colours used in the kalamkari painting are made using organic materials like plant parts like leaves and roots along with mineral salts of iron, copper, tin, alum etc. The vibrancy of sharp hues and the intricacy of scenic descriptions of nature and god and goddesses come together in the Kalamkari designs. This traditional art of hand painting is carried out using simple and crude tools. The miniature detaining of the Kalamkari design is sure to impress and baffle the mind of the lover of this traditional art.

This age old handicraft saree is now much in vogue among the avid saree connoisseurs due to its exquisite and marvellous designs that leave everyone awestruck by its sheer magnificence. The process of making kalamkari saree is slow and vigorous, as a process of resist dyeing and hand painting is involved and there are several other treatments involved before and after the paint work. Every step of creating this saree is painstakingly executed with absolute perfection. The kalamkari sarees boast of creative sophistication and the rhythmical style of patterns on the silk fabrics add an exquisite flavour and richness to the whole saree. The craze and love for the kalamkari saree not only helps to revive the dwindling art form but also indicates the affluent taste of the saree lovers. Today, this saree can easily be availed through online stores at cost-effective price.

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