Kanjivarams are known for their bright, contrast borders which are possible due to the Korvai technique. These sarees have amazing color combinations with Korvai contrast zari border and pallu! The plain body is further embellished with Kalamkari print for added oomph! Readymade Blouses sold separately!

 Specification

• Category: Ladies
• Weave: Kanjivaram Handloom
• Material: Silk + Cotton
• Length: 5.3 meters
• Blouse Piece: Yes, Purple with zari motif border
• Body: Turquoise blue with Kalamkari print - Fish print
• Border: Korvai border in Purple color with Rettaipet zari wave motif
• Pallu: Purple color with zari motifs
• Fall and Picot edge: Yes

Description

Kanjivaram Handloom, the “Queen of Silks” is from the temple town of Kanchipuram located in Tamil Nadu. This weave has been in existence since the Chola dynasty 1000 years ago. Kanjivarams are known for their bright contrast border and Pallu; this is possible because the body and borders are woven separately and then joined by a 3 shuttle technique called “Korvai” which requires two weavers.  zari, which is the fine gold thread that embellishes the saree, is an integral part of Kanjivaram. This adds to the brilliant luster of the motifs on the border and Pallu; and sometimes buttas all over the body. It is woven with 3-ply silk threads called “Murukku Pattu”. This along with the gold zari lends to its weight. This weave has many intricate motifs and unique colors. E.g. Gandaberunda, Yaazhi, M S Blue, Maanthulir green.

Korvai is a 3 shuttle technique where the body and borders are woven separately and then joined together. It requires two weavers. Korvai is a Tamil word formed by combining “Korthu + Vangarthu” meaning a Joint.