Description
Gadwal sari is a handcrafted woven saree style in Gadwal district of Telangana state of India. They are most notable for the zari on the saris and its beautiful mix of fabric and designs. The entire sari is made of cotton while its borders are designed in silk Attributing its designs to the temples and their architecture, one can see beautiful and exotic shapes adorning the borders and body of the sari. This sari, in particular, is the reason for a tremendous growth in textile industries in Andhra Pradesh.
The weaving technique used to design the Gadwal sarees is the interwoven weft technique which was traditionally known as Kupadam and the weaving style for the borders was known as kumbam. Most sarees in the present times are Cotton and Silk hybrid. Gadwal is known for its wide range of designs and borders. Beyond the regular designs that are adapted from geometry and the temple architecture of Gadwal, initially, there were no designs in these saris. In history, some weavers from Gadwal were sent to Benaras by the king to learn the art of weaving this particular style as a result, different motifs and patterns became popular in Gadwal sareees. The styles in which the Gadwal saris are woven are interlocked weft borders wherein the designs are made available in contrasting colors. One can get the Gadwal sari in small, medium and large borders. The golden zari work along the lengths of the borders gives it an exquisite touch.
With the growing requirement of Gadwal sarees, the weaving advanced to the looms or textiles and, the designs were all modernized. The whole match up is done in such a way that one can wear these saris for any occasion. One can wear it to a simple party and even a grand wedding. The zari work in silver and golden along with the bright hues in which these saris are available give it a rich and elegant look, something that is not always apparent in a simple cotton sari. Cotton is a material that suits any occasion or environment. With cotton as the base, Gadwal sarees are suitable for both warm and cold climates. With the rich and exquisite look, the sari is good for any kind of occasion. The gold or silver zari border allows one to choose either golden or silver jewellery as accessories to match with. A light neckpiece, bangles, and tika will go perfect with this saree.
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