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Tussar silk also known as tusser, kosa or raw silk, is mainly produced in the states of West Bengal, Jharkhand and Bihar.Tussar sarees reflect the wilderness and exotic nature of the silkworms from which they are produced. Produced in lighter shades of colours like cream, beige, brown, these raw silk sarees are often dyed with darker shades to give the rich look to it. Tussar sarees are usually blended with cotton, wool or linen fabrics, which make these jute sarees more vibrant and comfortable. Tussar sarees, in its natural colour of honey or cream are adorned with beautiful embroidered border and pallu. Contemporary designs include the geometrical designs and kantha stitches all over the body of the tussar silk saree.
Tussar Silk Sarees
Thinking of the traditional
Indian woman, the inevitable picture that comes to mind is a beautiful lithe
woman clad in a magnificent saree. India is country which is blessed with
natural fibers that makes it home to some of the finest fabrics in the world. And there is nothing more beautiful than silk
sarees. Among the different kinds of silk, tussar silk sarees are a fixture in
almost every Indian woman?s wardrobe and rightfully so. Here?s a look at the
history of tussar silk and why it is so popular.
An epitome of grace, poise,
beauty and grandiose, silk sarees has ruled the fashion world for a very long
time. These pure silk sarees are
crafted with much care in bright and beautiful colours. Using the ancient
technique of weaving with warp and weft threads, these silk sarees online are connoisseurs of gorgeous
colours, classy patterns and long shelf life. While the textured looks and
gleaming luster of these designer silk
sarees take on the responsibility of setting the mood of the occasion,
their smart ikat patterns help them serve the tone of the event thus making
them a perfect fit for occasions ranging from weddings and formal get together
to trendy cocktail parties and even smart office wear. It?s no wonder then that
these silk sarees that have been beautifying a woman in the most elegant
fashion for ages are still in vogue.
Tussar Silk sarees, also known as ?Kosa? silk sarees are obtained
from several species of caterpillars, of the moth genus Antheraea. Tussar Silk
is also a kind of ?wild silk?, which has got its name from the silkworms that
breed on the trees like Sal and Arjun mostly found in the forests of Jharkhand.
These are raw silk sarees have a deep golden colour besides having a shimmering
texture. Mostly found in the states of Jharkhand, Chattisgarh and Bhagalpur in
India, the Tussar Silk are shorter and less expensive in comparison to that of
cultivated silk because of the resulting quality of the produce from these
silkworms in comparison to that from cultivated types. Eastern parts of India like Orissa and West
Bengal and a small portion of Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh also contribute to
Tussar Silk production in India.
Sericulture is one of the major
occupations of the Tribals in Jharkhand. Even some of the best weaving talents
of Bhagalpur weave Tussar Silk sarees with their hands. Hand spun and coloured
with vegetable dyes, the Tussar sarees they produce are eco-friendly.
The charm of tussar silk sarees
The most interesting factor about
Tussar Silk sarees is that it is the first produced silk by silk moths feeding
on leaves other than mulberry, thereby producing silk sarees at an affordable
price. Therefore, its elegance along with low cost goes into making the Tussar
Silk Sarees for special occasion. One of its biggest advantage is its property
to refract two different shades at different angles. This unique feature makes
the wearer of tussar silk stand out easily in a crowd, as every movement is
beautifully highlighted in a merry dance of colours.
Tussar is light and one of the
most convenient fabrics to drape. What?s more, its porous nature makes it
cooler than other silks, perfect for people living in warmer parts of the
world.
Although Traditional Tussar silk suffered a setback during the Industrial
Revolution, as did all other Indian fabrics,
with the help of famous Indian personalities over the years, helped stimulate
the comeback of tussar.
With both national and
international interest taken into
consideration, the market for Tussar Silk has become a lot stable. In fact,
with the aid of several government agencies in West Bengal, Assam , Bihar and
Jharkhand Tussar Silk fabric is reborn.
All the new-age designers have
experimented with the Tussar Silk fabric and has come out with what seems to be
a whole new range of Tussar Silk Sarees .
Tussar Silk Sarees Magic
The Tussar Silk sarees online are coarse in texture, light on the body
besides having airy and comfortable feel about it. The zari borders, motifs and
hand-crafted designs enrich the hand-crafted Tussar Silk Sarees. The use of
leftover silk from woven fabrics, are also used to create designs on the main
fabric and is a by-product of the need for variation in the weaves.
Tussar Silk sarees online are
available in the natural shades of beige or cream with a coloured border and
pallu. The floral and paisley motifs are woven all across the body of the
saree. Modern designs with striped or geometrical patterns are extremely
popular with these sarees. These sarees are also a big canvas for Kantha
embroidery. The plain fabric is colourfully embellished with embroidered
patterns and forms beautiful borders and pallu of the sarees.
Buy online Tussar Silk sarees at Indian Silk House Agencies
Tussar Silk sarees Online are fabrics used with the most
traditional varieties because they are workable weaves that come out fine and
has close affinity with most colours, whether it is organic or man-made. The
embellishments on the fine weaves enhance the look of the saree. The online
ethnic store of Indian Silk House Agencies has wide-ranging Tussar Silk Sarees
which has creative combination of Tussar Silks along with ancient artistry of
various other varieties.
Indian Silk House Agencies has
Tussar Silk Sarees with designs of Orissa?s Patachitra Art, known for the
thematic scenes from the epic and folk tales neatly embellished on the pallus
of the sarees.
Even warli paintings with line
art depiction are found on the solid backgrounds
of these sarees.
Modern art and abstract paintings
on these sarees, make them an exquisite masterpiece.
There is also a mesmerizing
collection of Ghicha Tussars with eye-catching tribal kalamkari motifs ,
besides having a touch of smooth and
soft Banarasi handloom silks, creative applications of Bandhani, Pen Batik,
fancy block prints. Even the attractive embellishments of Kantha embroidery make for other inspirational Tussar silk saree
varieties available at Indian Silk House Agencies.
Silk Sarees Online are even great
for festive and formal wear. Dress well and look presentable among friends and
relatives.
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Indian Silk House Agencies, a
leading online ethnic store has the largest collection of Tussar Silk sarees
online with matching blouse for sale. Here you will find a unique, fancy,
trendy, fashionable Tussar Silk sarees, most suitable for Wedding functions,
parties, formal wear, corporate events at attractive prices.
With the COD option available,
the Tussar Silk sarees can be delivered at your doorstep within 24 working
hours of placing your order.
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delivers worldwide with the free shipping facility.
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