Dull-Gold Plain Patola Sari from Pochampally with Ikat Weave on Anchal

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Dull-Gold Plain Patola Sari from Pochampally with Ikat Weave on Anchal

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	SDB81
	Pure Cotton-Silk
	Blouse/Underskirt Tailormade to Size

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A Timeless Elegance: The Pochampally Ikat Saree

Immerse yourself in the rich tradition of Indian handloom with this exquisite dull-gold Pochampally sari. Crafted from a luxurious blend of pure cotton and silk, this sari offers a sublime drape and a subtle sheen that speaks of understated elegance. The base color, a sophisticated dull gold, evokes a sense of regal charm, making it a perfect choice for special occasions, festive gatherings, or even as a statement piece for professional settings.

Artistry in Every Thread: The Ikat Weave

The true artistry of this sari lies in its Pochampally Ikat weave, a celebrated craft known for its intricate geometric patterns and vibrant color interplay. The anchal, or pallu, is a canvas of this meticulous craftsmanship, featuring a striking black border adorned with classic Ikat motifs. These motifs, created through a unique dyeing process before weaving, showcase a mesmerizing repetition of patterns that are both visually captivating and deeply rooted in cultural heritage. The contrasting black border, with its delicate geometric detailing and subtle golden accents, provides a bold yet refined frame to the lustrous gold fabric, creating a harmonious balance of color and texture.

Versatile Appeal and Comfort

Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this cotton-silk blend ensures exceptional comfort. The fabric is breathable and lightweight, allowing for ease of movement and a comfortable wearing experience throughout the day. The subtle sheen of the silk combined with the softness of cotton creates a unique texture that is both luxurious to the touch and visually appealing. This sari is designed to flatter every silhouette, its graceful fall accentuating the wearer's natural beauty. The rich heritage woven into its very fabric makes it more than just an garment; it's a piece of art, a testament to the skill of the weavers, and a connection to India's textile legacy. Elevate your wardrobe with this timeless piece that seamlessly blends tradition with contemporary style.

Weaving a story: The Making of an Ikat Saree

Ikat textile is not an indigenous art that originated from India but it is believed to have come from Indonesia and other countries such as Malaysia, Cambodia, and Thailand. The word “Ikat” has come from the Malaysian/Indonesian word Mengikat which refers to tying a bundle of yarn or threads together. The weaving style of Ikat sarees is special and unique. Although the motifs and patterns on these sarees may look simpler, it involves a complex weaving technique that gives a distinctive look to them. Ikat sarees are much loved in India for they add grace and elegance to a woman's overall beauty. The Ikat textile art has been practiced in India for over a thousand years and in recent years or decades, it has majorly developed in three states which are Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Gujarat. Eventually, these regions evolved their own style of designing and weaving Ikat sarees so much so that they are in high demand even in the international fashion world.

The characteristic designs of Ikat sarees are little blurred, multicolored and complex or complicated patterns, and the most common motifs are squares, hearts, paisleys, hexagons, diamonds, etc. The process of producing Ikat patterns requires hard labor and is usually done by skilled and experienced artisans. The steps involved in the process are as mentioned below:

1. Yarns are tied and dyed

Ikat patterns are developed by a special technique called the resist dyeing method. In Ikat art, instead of producing designs on fabric or the finished cloth, they are formed in yarn made of either cotton or silk. In the first step, the yarns are tied in a bundle and are wrapped or folded around a horizontal and/or vertical axis. The bundle is covered with wax or some other dye-resistant material with the desired pattern and the required color is applied. This process (tying and dyeing) is repeated several times until all the colors required are applied to complete the design.

2. Yarns are spun

Now the dyed yarns are dried and spun using the winding machine. Then the required length of yarn is cut off from the spinning machine and is ready to be woven into fabric.

3. Weaving is done

Once the yarn is dyed, the threads are unbundled and wound onto the loom as warp (longitudinal yarns) and weft (latitudinal yarns). The yarns are aligned properly in a way that the exact desired patterns and motifs are obtained. Thin bamboo strips are lashed to the threads to avoid their tangling or slipping as the loom is geared up to weave them. The designs that are formed out of the dyed yarns appear blurred rather than clear or sharp and this is the most important and main trait of Ikat sarees.

Since Ikat designs are created by directly dyeing the yarns rather than the cloth, they are formed on both sides and hence there is no need of giving a special finish to the saree. Ikat sarees come in many varieties of designs and patterns. Simple patterned sarees may take between 20 to 30 days to complete while the process may even go on for months to produce a detailed saree. Ikat sarees remain one of the most sought-after sarees among Indian women and their love for these is only increasing day by day.

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