🌟 TUSSAR KALAMKARI SAREE Fabric Base: Tussar Silk
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Texture: Slightly coarse, crisp, yet lightweight.
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Look: Natural golden sheen; raw, earthy elegance.
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Comfort: Breathable and suitable for warm climates.
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Region: Primarily woven in Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and West Bengal.
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Design Technique: Kalamkari Art
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Types of Kalamkari on Sarees:
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Hand-painted (Srikalahasti style): Traditional motifs drawn freehand with a bamboo pen.
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Block-printed (Machilipatnam style): Designs created using hand-carved wooden blocks.
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Motifs & Themes:
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Mythological stories (Ramayana, Mahabharata, Krishna Leela, etc.)
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Tribal and folk themes
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Nature: peacocks, trees, lotus, elephants, and birds
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Geometric or paisley borders
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Colors: Made with natural dyes – like indigo, rust (iron), turmeric, and pomegranate peels.
3. Saree Details
Feature Description Length Usually 5.5 to 6.5 meters Blouse Piece Often includes a matching or contrast Kalamkari blouse (1 meter approx.) Border & Pallu Rich Kalamkari designs are usually concentrated on the pallu and borders Weight Medium weight – easy to drape, holds pleats well Fall & Draping Slight stiffness at first, but softens with wear
4. Occasions to Wear
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Festivals (Diwali, Durga Puja, Pongal, etc.)
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Cultural events
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Ethnic office wear
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Weddings & receptions (especially for guests or mehendi functions)
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Art/literature gatherings
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