While people all around the county are going gaga for the sarees, printed sarees have acquired a special place. No matter how modern we become and espouse westernization, we will always adorn sarees and all the changes. From the time of its evolution till today, the saree has been an all-time favourite. From the weighty range to the lighter one, I am sure that you must have enclosed all in your wardrobe.
This accumulation makes it so simple to dress to the nines and move. While all types of sarees are graceful, the printed one looks out of this world. Not just by Indians, but printed sarees are accepted and revered all over the globe. The multiplicity in the saree and the flamboyant prints on it makes it so special. The elegance of these sarees is in no way limited. They are available in different forms and different material with mottled designs. Let’s have a look-
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- The Digital Prints: These are the most manufactured and admired sarees in the nation. The motifs are designed digitally. They are transmitted on the saree without considering the number of yards of cloth. Also, the experiment’s feasibility with colours varies with this type of saree. The Prints used on these sarees are usually floral, abstract and contemporary. When women dress up in this saree, she looks spectacular and dignified.
- The Block Prints: Holding its history back in Gujarat, block printing is also widely printed in Rajasthan. This printing gained its eminence from the royal times. These were the choices of kings and queens and were preferred by people of the higher status. The print on the saree is done with wooden block printed stamps, and each pattern is printed separately. The wooden stamps are dipped in colour and stamped on the fabric. This induces great effort, and the personnel have to be skilful. The raw and captivating look of this saree attracts the seekers of this saree.
- Kalamkari- The Pen Print: How much more could be created when our country’s rich and diverse culture has a print with the kalam or a pen. Renowned by the name of Kalamkari, this saree was originated in the southern parts of the nation. Elaborated pictures of the god and goddesses are drawn on the cotton or silk fabric. The extravagated beauty of this saree is beyond comprehension. Women adorned with saree have the source of colossal.
- The dyeing of Bandhej: The dyeing in colour, as many of us think, is just to put a colour on a cloth. But eternally rich, Gujarat has taken it to a different level by introducing bandhej sarees. They tie tiny pieces of cloth of a saree by threads and dye the entire saree. As the saree’s dyed colour is perfectly soaked, they unlock the ties and then develop the vibrant bandhej printed saree. Along with lehariya prints, the bandhej create an enchanting look. Women all around the world love this saree.
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Apart from the grave embroidery sarees, the printed sarees incorporate their patterns, making them lighter in weight and eye-pleasing. One can match the class and sophistication of these sarees to none other.
Happy printed saree to you all, and enjoy reading!