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
assumesa 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.
Unnatisilks, 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.
