Why the Kanchipuram Silk Sarees are so special? - Vivaaha Silks Kanchipuram

The Vivaaha Silks brings you the pure Kanchipuram Silk Sarees are made of pure silk, with motifs having zari of silk threads dipped in liquid gold and silver. For it to be classified as a Kanjeevaram Sari, Geographical Indication (GI) stricture stipulates that the decorative zari must have at least 57% silver and 0.6% gold in it.

The special appeal of this seemingly royal venture are the very intricate designs that are woven into the body in gold threads of human and animal figures of geometric designs with temple towers along the border. The borders have wide contrast. Temple borders, checks, stripes and floral (buttas) are traditional designs found on a Kanchipuram sarees. The base material, silk, is also known for its quality and craftsmanship. Good fine count weaves with suitable enhancement, suitable linings and smooth texture, with the special shimmer quality have kept its reputation as a valuable product to be carefully stored and displayed on those special occasions like weddings, grand parties, big festivals, social functions. No wonder its market value has not diminished over time.  If the Kanchipuram sarees vary widely in cost it is only depending upon the intricacy of work, colors, pattern, material used like zari (gold thread) etc. Priced from a modest Rs. 2000/-, the Kanchipuram Silk Saree could be upto a lakh and above, based on the design, motif and materials used.

In order to get the protection and continued sustenance for a valuable product that is the outcome of devotion and dedication, the Kanchipuram Saree has acquired the Geographical Indication label in 2005 for its origin.

Kanchipuram Silk Saree weaving

 

Import Note While you Purchasing Kanchipuram Silk Sarees at Kanchipuram - Watch the Video link below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwDfeiG7igA&t=80s

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