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Indian weavers make the world’s most expensive saree


worlds most expensive sareeHow much can you spend on a saree? A couple of thousands? May be at the most Hundred thousand? Well now the range will stop at Rupees 40 hundred thousand or $100,000. Behold the most expensive saree in the world! You might be guessing what might have gone inside the saree to claim this gigantic price? Well a grand fabric, exquisite jewels and believe it or not paintings.

Chennai based textile house, ‘The Chennai Silk” has carefully woven a silk saree with 12 valuable metals and stones, imitating 11 renowned paintings of Raja Ravi Verma. This saree has secured a place in the Guinness Book of World Records as the “world’s most expensive saree.” The handloom weavers of “The Chennai Silks” have replicated Ravi Verma’s highly praised painting “Lady Musicians” on the pallu which exhibits female musicians from different cultural backgrounds. The saree weighs around 8 kilograms.

The talented artist has been given a tribute in the border of the saree as well, which flaunts another 10 paintings of Ravi Verma along with the intricate details of the ladies like curly hair, and the jewelry worn by them.

Some of the precious stones that have gone into the saree are ruby, emerald, gold, diamond sapphire, silver, cat’s eye, yellow sapphire, coral, pearl and platinum. These have been used to beautify the women attributes in the paintings which are carefully hand woven into the saree in convoluted patterns. In order to create this saree, the efforts of 4,680 man-hours and a team of 30 skilled weavers, using a double warp, for seven months were involved. The saree embraces 7,440 jacquard hooks, which are instrumental in fabricating a design and 66,794 cards that are punched to create a precise design using CAD software.

This unique saree was launched in a star-studded occasion in the presence of celebrities like Mani Ratnam, Suhasini, Shobhana and Jeeva.

The proud Director of Chennai Silks proclaims that ‘This is the first time gems and art have been (put) together to make a sari’, and interestingly this saree is up for sale. A creation, which is truly art in itself, can be worn by a bride and is not meant for only creating a record. The Director further states that many have enquired about the saree and they hope to sell it quite soon.

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The 5 Most Trend Setting Saree Scenes of Bollywood


The wide diversity in Bollywood Sarees has always caught the fancy of its audience, as Bollywood surely knows how to get the proper blend of quality fabric with quality designs. To breathe life into the gorgeous outfits, our celebrities from the industry are ever ready to carry their sarees in the most exotic styles leaving the audience demanding for more.

The sarees worn by Bollywood heroines like Mumtaz, Hema Malini, Rekha, Sri Devi, Madhuri Dixit, Aishwarya Rai Bachaan, Sushmita Sen and Vidya Balan have etched a special place in the memory of the people.

Among the wide array of such sarees worn in certain films, here is our pick of the five most trend setting saree – sequences of Bollywood, which you cannot forget:

Film: Bramhachari – Mumtaz in Sharara Saree

mumtaz in sharara sareeIn the late 60’s Mumtaz was seen in a Sharara Saree in the film “Bramhachari,” which later became so popular that till date this type of saree is known to be Mumtaz Sarees. In spite of not playing the lead character in this film, Mumtaz in the song “Aaj kal tere mere pyaar ke charchey” was able to bask in the limelight due to her sparkling and glittering bright orange saree, draped unconventionally like a sharara, twice around the hip and the knee. With a short pallu, this saree gave a slim effect to Mumtaz, and it was neatly pleated with just 1 pin to hold the saree over the shoulder. This uber cool style became a hugely popular and encouraged experimentation with Sarees.

Film: Silsila – Rekha with pastel-colored Chiffon Sarees

rekha saree in silsilaThroughout the movie “Silsila,” Rekha has sported pastel colored chiffon sarees, teamed with sleeveless brushed silk cholis to essay the role of elegant, graceful and impish Chandni. The look was completed with her long tresses flowing, intoxicating eye-makeup and dark berry colored lip-gloss. Designer Leena Daru has made Rekha wear solid pastel shades with halter neck blouses, tying around the neck.

Film: Mr. India – Sri Devi in Chiffon Saree

sridevi chiffon saree in mr indiaSri Devi defined in the song “Kaatey nahin Kattey, yeh din..” how a simple blue chiffon saree could become the ultimate symbol of sultriness. In a bid to entice an invisible Mr. India, Sri Devi made it sure that the entire Indian male race to go spellbound. Probably the most sensuous rain dance was made complete due to the blue chiffon saree, which became a favorite with celebrities for award functions, where they dressed in embroidered yet simple Chiffon sarees for the “Ommph” factor.

Film: Hum Apke Hain Kaun – Madhuri Dixit in Satin saree

madhuri dixit in saree in hum aapke hain kaunThe unforgettable Madhuri Dixit in a crystal studded purple-blue satin sari, dancing to “Didi tera dewar” of “Hum Apke Hain Kaun” made young girls ardently creating replicas of the outfit throughout India. According to a fashion magazine, this design of saree remained popular as the largest selling design. Not only were the girls floored with this look, but the boys were also left drooling with the back open choli of Madhuri.

Film: Devdas, Aishwarya Rai in Blue Banarasi Saree

aishwarya rai in blue banarasi saree in devdasDevdas’s Paro has been given an immortal look in this film with Aishwarya pensively standing in a heavily embroidered blue Banarasi Saree with the typical Bengali “chabi guchho” (Key Ring) tugged at the end of the saree, long sleeved saree blouse with intricate work done on the neckline and on the sleeves. Along with the profoundly decked saree, Aishwarya harmonized it with authentic traditional jewelry to complete the look.

Bollywood Sarees of the 1970s – Turning Point of Indian Fashion


bollywood sarees styles of 1970Bollywood has always influenced the fashion trends of the common Indian. However, no other decade than Bollywood’s Swirling 70’s have influenced the Indian fashion history more. These were the times when Bollywood heroines were coming out of the closets of coyness of the 60’s into the open as independent modern women. It was the age of “Women power.”

The 70’s Bollywood saw heroines sporting a look of carefree dressing, confidence and novel styles of saree designs and draping. From saree blouse designs to the accessories to go with the sarees, everything got a new bolder look. From the simple stylish retro look to the dazzling disco style, the heroines of the 70’s glorified the Indian screen.

Be it Mumtaz, Sharmila Tagore, Asha Parekh, Rekha, Hema Malini or Jaya Bachchan, each introduced a new style of wearing saree. The unforgettable saree crafted by Oscar Winner, Bhanu Athaiya for Mumtaz in “Aap Ki Kasam” and “Bramhachari,” made Mumtaz sarees eternal. With see-through layered sarees, Mumtaz brought a new way of wearing saree by casing the pallu twice, with the narrow border creating a circle above the waist and another below the knee.

Sharmila Tagore was responsible for initiating the bold look of Bollywood Fashion with synthetic transparent sarees paired with low-neck laced blouses. Even her traditional look in films like “Chupke Chupke” wearing simple patterned cotton sarees was immensely appreciated, even though Jaya Bachchan can be referred to as the Queen of Cotton sarees as worn in films like “Abhimaan,” “Guddi” and “Parichaay.”

1970-bollywood-sareesWhen Jaya Bachchan indulged in the simplicity and ethnicity quotient, the glamour quotient was heightened by divas like Hema Malini and Rekha, who sizzled in their Kanjivaram, printed and fashionable sarees. Rekha was the trendsetter of wearing traditional South Indian silk sarees adorned with heavy jewelry. She also made chiffon sarees with halter neck, high neck or noodle strip blouses a popular and glamorous choice.

A trend of wearing Paachwari or Five yards saree with a small pallu was introduced in the Bollywood Sarees of 70’s, by nearly every actress. From Asha Parekh with her tightly worn traditional sarees to reveal the hourglass figure of Indian women to Babita and Rati Agnihotri in “Ek Duje Ke Liye,” every one sported this look. Even Suchitra Sen, with her high-necked, short-sleeved saree blouses was quite appealing.

Reena Roy’s polka dot sarees are still a rave among fashionable women, with the size of the dots varying from small to large. Bags, shoes, shawls, hair accessories, make up also changed with the change in the saree styles and following them became a style statement for the masses.

The Bollywood Saree style of the 70’s are still popular among today’s generation that is why, you still see films like “Om Shanti Om” and advertisements of Dairy Milk chocolate “Aaj pehli taarikh hai…” as a tribute to the golden era of Bollywood Filmy Fashion.

Useful tips to keep your saris in perfect shape!


Saris have always held a special appeal for women of all ages in the Indian society. Indian women with their voluptuous bodies look perfect in a six yard sari that accentuates their curves and makes them look gorgeous. Even you may be having quite a few sarees in your wardrobe that may have been gifted from close family members and these might also include kanjeevaram and benarasi sarees that are very expensive and may not last long if they are not stored properly.

The first step in maintaining a durable saree collection is to keep washed and unwashed sarees separately. Keep sarees that you wear regularly and those which you wear for special occasions in separate drawers and place moth repellants in such places. If you have a lot of silk sarees in your collection, then the best option to ensure their longevity is to dryclean them. Machine-wash or hand wash may spoil these sarees and in my opinion, hand-washing works best for traditional Indian sarees. Once these sarees have been dry-cleaned you should not make the mistake of hanging them in the cupboard, instead you should fold these sarees and wrap them in some soft cloth or dupatta made of mulmul. There are special saree covers that are available in the market that may hold six to eight sarees. If you have a lot of cotton sarees in your collection that require starching ensure that no starch remains on the saree as it may attract moths that will not only spoil the cotton sarees but also other sarees placed alongside. Napathalene balls serve as the best moth repellents to preserve cotton sarees.

Your saree collection may have burgeoned over the years and each sari may have a separate set of memories attached to it but if you don’t take proper care of your collection, your investments in terms of time and money spent on these sarees may go waste. If you adhere to the precautions outlined above, then you can be rest assured that your sarees will retain their luster and sheen for a long time and can even be preserved for the next generation.

Handy tips to wear a saree ‘Air-hostess’ style!


It’s the most important interview of your life and your friends may have suggested you to wear a sari in air-hostess style but how will go about it and that too if your Mom is not at home. Well you have done the right thing by opting for a google–search that has brought you to the right page.Hunter Green Net Party and Festival Embroidered SareeA sari usually measures 6 yards and you should hold the least patterned edge and tuck it into the draw-string of the petticoat. The first step in wearing an Indian Saree be it a party wear saree or any other type of saree is to wear a tight-fitting petticoat and blouse that will form the base of the sari. Make sure the undergarments worn below the blouse and petticoat are of good quality as they will not only give you a good fit but also boost your confidence. While tucking the pleats into the petticoat, you should ensure that bottom edge of the saree goes below your sandal so that the right length can be estimated. Then in the second step, you should hold the embroidered or the most decorative edge and throw it at the back of the shoulder which will become the ‘pallu’. The remaining length of the saree should be pleated together and then tucked into the petticoat as that will give the flow to the saree.

An airhostess style saree is tied in just the same way as a normal saree except that the pleats are held together quite nicely with the help of pins. A border saree will be just perfect for an ‘Air-Hostess’ style drape where the pallu is heavily pleated and pinned on the shoulder. Even the vertical pleats that are tucked at the navel are severely pleated and pressed. Same goes for the pallu pleats that are pinned at the shoulder.

To get the perfect ‘Air-hostess’ look you should wear a complimentary U-shaped saree blouse that covers the upper body completely and gives a very elegant and formal look. Mastering the ‘air-hostess’ style drape would help you create the desired impact in a formal setting like an interview or a conference.

Author Bio: The author is a designer by profession and has extensive knowledge about the apparel industry. To know more about the options available in Indian Party Wear Sarees you can contact him at sales@sareez.com.

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Slip into a Six Yards Sari to look ravishing


A Saree is, undoubtedly, the most gorgeous and captivating outfit worn by a woman. Numerous dresses have come and gone out of vogue in the past but the saree still rules in the minds of Indian women due to its elegance and traditional charm. With a constantly growing Indian diaspora, the sari is all set to attain topmost place in the fashion world. Those women who do not feel comfortable in a sari can opt for other viable choices like lehengas and salwar kameez. So, just go ahead and explore online portals for the perfect dress that suits your body type and color palette and enhances your personality.

Sarees ; If you love to wear a sari, once in a while, for some significant occasion, you can log on to any web portal and search for sarees that include designer Indian party sarees, Indian Embroidered Sarees and Indian pure georgette sarees that are famous, the world over, for the intricate designs and exquisiteness. Other than these qualities, it is the elegance and style of these sarees that tends to captivate everyone’s attention. On the online shopping portals, you can also find a mesmerizing collection of Party Salwar Kameez made from the premium quality fabrics that are quite in demand among customers for their rich look and graceful texture. A substantial majority of customers also go for Brasso sarees that serve as the perfect outfit for formal/semi-formal occasions. A brasso saree is popular as a gift item too. So it is definitely worth a try!

Salwar Kameez ;Salwaar Kameez The Salwar Kameez is another example of all season wear.. These are available in various fabrics that include the famous Georgette Salwar Kameez which are simple yet stylish. These suits are especially designed for women, who like looking very different and modern. If you are fond of silk fabric then the Banarasi Salwar kameez is something that you should go for.

To add glitter to your wardrobe, you can purchase Benarasi Salwar Kameez embroidered with resham work, stones and beads. On these online shopping portals, brides-to –be can also find many awesome, gorgeous and stunning bridal salwar kameez designs for their wedding and various other special occasions.

For Valentine’s Day Get 15% Flat Discount on Sarees, Salwars & Lehengas


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