The Kerala handloom saree is a beautiful living legacy of craftsmanship and tradition inherited from generation to generation. Haradhi's most beautiful expression of this legacy is in sarees that are made in the same techniques as timeless art weaved with cultural value yet contemporary designs. Each handloom saree is a masterpiece crafted by artisans who pour into their work all their talent, patience, and passion with every single thread.
A Journey through History
It is the age-old heritage of Kerala that keeps the hand-weaving tradition alive and kicking at par with this culture. The handloom saree has a very smooth-flowing form and offers a minimalist pattern with intrinsic texture and form, often sourced along with subtle colors in hyacinth tones. Finding its way into households, the Kerala handloom saree has gained popularity as the perfect symbol of purity and grace, often garbed during festivals and weddings or while celebrating several other important occasions.
The hallmark of the handloom sarees is seen entirely in the texture and all-natural cotton and silk stroking it making it breathable and comfortable to wear. Off-white in base with intricate borders in gold or in riotous colors seems to depict that evergreen beauty of handloom saree. The distinctiveness of this form has made the handloom sarees very popular among those who admire tradition along with quality.
The Craftsmanship behind the Loom
The making of a Kerala handloom saree is an art form in itself, requiring precision and dedication. Artisans spend many days at the traditional wooden looms, weaving intricate designs either inspired by the natural beauty of Kerala or borrowed from mythology and cultural symbols. The work is so laborious that it sometimes takes days and weeks to complete that single work of weaving a saree.
One of the most famous and widely used adaptations of handloom sarees found in Kerala is the kasavu saree. It stands out with its brilliant golden border and looks exquisitely elegant and traditional. Once, it donned the bodies of royal families, while now, the Kerala Kasavu saree has found its place all through the year but mainly during important festivals like Onam and Vishu. The kasavu is sure to add grandeur to the garment, rendering it beautiful for puja and festivities.
Embracing Modern Trends
While steeped in tradition, Kerala handloom sarees have evolved through the years to meet modern tastes. Designers are using contemporary motifs, colors, and fabrics so that the sarees can become more acceptable to the younger generations. One such adaptation is the use of a tissue saree, which is a shimmering gold or silver tissue fabric attached to the saree to glamorize it a bit. The tissue Kerala saree is ideal for weddings and grand events. The addition of tissue makes a Kerala saree more sophisticated while retaining the weaving culture of Kerala.
Cultural Significance
Immense cultural values lurk deep within Kerala handloom sarees, each creating an individual identity for the weaver and a testimonial to the rich heritage of the state. Wearing these sarees is like offering respect and homage to the traditions of the state while helping the skilled artisans manage their livelihood in this exquisite art.
At Haradhi, we belong to this legacy and our collection gathers the best of tradition and craftsmanship in the Kerala handloom saree, kasavu sarees, and tissue sarees. By giving these pure and hand-woven sarees, we try to preserve the culture and bring its beauty to saree lovers across the world. Explore handloom sarees with Haradhi, today, and wear history made with lots of love and dedication.
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