Scuba Blue-Black Sari from Pochampally with Double-Ikat Weave

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Scuba Blue-Black Sari from Pochampally with Double-Ikat Weave

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Name: Scuba Blue-Black Sari from Pochampally with Double-Ikat Weave
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: SAZ87
Price: 265.00 USD
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Specifications

	SAZ87
	Pure Cotton
	Blouse/Underskirt Tailormade to Size

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A Masterpiece of Ikat Artistry

Discover the captivating beauty of this Scuba Blue-Black Sari, a testament to the ancient and intricate art of Ikat weaving. Crafted from pure cotton, this sari offers a lightweight and breathable feel, perfect for any occasion. The striking design features a mesmerizing geometric pattern in a harmonious blend of deep black, vibrant scuba blue, and crisp white. The double-ikat technique, where both the warp and weft threads are resist-dyed before weaving, results in a blurred, impressionistic effect that gives the patterns their unique, artisanal charm.

Vibrant Design and Comfortable Fabric

The dynamic interplay of colors and the precise, yet softened, geometric motifs create a visually arresting sari. The scuba blue border provides a bold contrast and a frame for the intricate patterns that adorn the fabric. The pure cotton ensures exceptional comfort and a soft drape, making it ideal for extended wear. Whether you're attending a festive gathering, a formal event, or simply want to add a touch of ethnic elegance to your everyday style, this sari promises to make a statement.

Timeless Elegance, Modern Appeal

This Scuba Blue-Black Ikat Sari is more than just a garment; it's a wearable piece of art steeped in tradition. The double-ikat weave is a painstaking process, requiring immense skill and patience from the artisan, and the resulting fabric is a durable and beautiful representation of Indian textile heritage. The classic combination of black and blue, elevated by the unique Ikat patterns, lends this sari a timeless appeal that transcends fleeting trends. Embrace the elegance and sophistication of traditional Indian craftsmanship with this exquisite cotton creation. The sari is designed to be versatile, easily paired with a variety of blouses and accessories to create distinct looks. Experience the luxury of pure cotton and the artistry of Ikat with this truly special sari.

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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