Khadi, is a national heritage weave. Introduced by
Mahatma Gandhi during the Swadeshi Movement, symbolizing independence of the
spirit, it offered an occupation of self-respect and a means to livelihood. Taking
the market by storm, it is today a fashion statement.
Khadi is hand spun and hand woven cloth. Raw materials
such as cotton, silk or wool, hand spun on a spinning wheel or ‘charaka’ are
Khadi. Popular for the texture and weaving patterns, Khadi Cotton Sarees appeal
for the Fancy prints of block, batik and gold adorning them.
Introduced by Mahatma Gandhi in 1920 as part of the
Swadeshi Movement, Khadi has many qualities worthy of a good fabric.
Khadi Cottons offer resistance to shrinking, acquire
colour fastness, have quality of seamless finishing and make fine blends. Unique,
since it feels warm in winter and keeps the body cool in summer, Khadi also has
a distinctive attribute of acquiring shine after every wash.
Indian fashion designers have extolled the virtues of Khadi.
They find it comparable to the qualities of Egyptian cotton and linen.
Khadi clothes well and follows contours of the body. After
a few washes the fabric assume as right fit. It also has breathing quality, a
self-texture, and blended with denim, wool, polyester and silk has produced
remarkable results.
The charm and appeal of the Khadi Saree lies in its
ruffled and wavy look. Unlike
cotton, the material is generally starched and hence, does not crumple as
easily.
Khadi is available from different parts of the
country. The Silk variety is available from the Eastern and North Eastern
States, Cotton Khadi from West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
Poly Khadi is from Gujarat and Rajasthan, while Woolen Khadi is from the
Northern States of Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir.
Established in 1956, the Khadi and Village Industries
Commission (KVIC), controls the production and marketing of Khadi across the
country. Today it has an estimated working strength across the country of more
than 75 lakh people, associated with it in different ways.
Khadi Cottons in their modern format are stupendous
marvels. Gicha or Ghicha is a variant of Khadi Cotton and the Gicha Cotton
Sarees have displayed this quality in their wide range.
The trendy Ghicha Supernet Sari embroidered with multi
thread embroidery, kundans and sequins work or the Gicha Silk Saree embellished
with zari patch work and zari border, are stylish offerings and very suitable
wear for special invites and parties.
New Gicha Matka Cotton Saree of gold printed mango
booties and double printed border with an elegant pallu is preferred wear to
corporate offices, college and traditional occasions.
Designer half and half Gicha Silk Sari of embroidery
buttis having patola border looks spectacular. It can be worn during festivals,
family get-togethers and special occasions.
Pure Gicha Cotton Sarees with multi color printed
stripes and booties on border are fashion wear, suited for formal functions.
Stylish embroidery work enhances the beauty of Khadi
pure Silk Saris. Fancy mango booties or floral designs, on pure Khadi Silk
Saree with beautiful Valkalam border is an Indian ethnic wear. It can be worn for
functions, festivals and corporate events.
Zari embroidery flowers on South Khadi Silk Sari with
printed patch border and elegant pallu is apt for grand outings.
Unnati Silks,
devoted to ethnic sarees and salwar kameez materials, has trendy designs,
attractive patterns, pleasing colours and combinations in its wide collection
of Nagaland Cotton Sarees at very reasonable prices. Dispatch is within 24
hours of order, with free delivery & COD for retail, and world-wide express
shipping.
Contact:
UNNATI SILK PRINTS PVT. LTD,#3-4-360, Vajra Complex, General Bazar
(Tobacco Bazar), M.G.Road, Hyderabad-500003. AP,India.040-64555251 or 97000
57744.
Website: www.unnatisilks.com
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