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Indian Silk Sarees Womens Dresses (wsari061)

• silk
• Indian silk sarees (without any accessory like blouse and peticoat)
• Dry Clean Only

Product Description

A Silk Saree is the most commonly seen costume of unstitched cloth worn by women across South Asia. Varying in size, style, pattern, color and richness, it crosses all class and caste barriers, regional traditions and urban fashions continue to contribute to its repertoire of design forms. Each area in India has its own distinctive method of draping a saree. A saree may vary in length from about three to eight meters and is usually considered in three parts a field, an end-piece and borders along the length. The field may be plain, printed or embroidered, with plain or patterned borders. The width and decoration of the borders are dictated by regional variations and often help to distinguish between areas of origin. The end-piece (pallu or palan) is usually draped over the shoulder and may be embellished.

Silk saree is made by the silk weavers of Benaras in north India. Pure Silk saree is often worn on formal occasions and weddings since it is embellished and is heavy on the body. A silk saree is the most commonly seen costume of unstitched cloth worn by women across South Asia.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B000E8H5KG
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Customer Reviews

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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Saree, March 7, 2008

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Abigail M. Harvey "AMH" (Washington D.C.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Indian Silk Sarees Womens Dresses (wsari061)

Absolutely beautiful saree. Gorgeous colours. Really pop in person. Picture does not do it justice. The fabric is wonderful! Very soft. Keeps the colours well; no fading. Lays very well on the body. Very happy!