Top 5 Must-Have Kanchipuram Silk Sarees for every saree lover
For generations, Kanchipuram silk sarees have stood as a symbol of grace, tradition, and timeless style in South India. Known for their rich colors, lustrous finish, and intricate zari work, these sarees are not just outfits – they’re heirlooms.
Whether you’re building your wedding trousseau or simply investing in classics, here are five must-have Kanchipuram sarees every saree lover should own.
1. The Beldhary design
The Beldhary design is a classic pattern seen in traditional Kanchipuram silk sarees, often woven with intricate detailing and bold symmetry. Inspired by temple architecture and ornamental floral vines, it features a rhythmic arrangement of stylized leaf or creeper patterns across the body or borders. This design adds a regal and heritage-rich character to the saree, making it a favorite for weddings and festive occasions. When woven in pure zari, the Beldhary motif glows with a timeless charm that bridges tradition with elegance. When woven in thread, the beldhary pattern gives of a subtle elegance that enriches the saree.
At Shreenivas silks, we have both thread and zari-woven Beldhary patterns in our Kanchipuram silk sarees.
2. The Kattam or checks design
The Kattam design is a classic pattern that is as popular as it could ever be. Kattam here refers to checks and it could be a thread-woven, checks pattern or woven in zari. Another classic variation of this kattam design is the 'payadi' checks saree where subtle color variations are seen across the checks pattern. Checks in Kanchipuram silk sarees are associated with divinity and grace and continue to be liked by the young and old alike!
3. The Korvai pattern
'Korvai' refers to a classic weaving style where the body and borders of the sarees are woven using different, colored threads. This weaving requires two weavers to weave and hence is more complex and intricate. As a result, Kanchipuram silk sarees woven using this technique are able to have a beautiful contrasting colors between the body and borders!
4. The borderless concept
The idea of a Kanchipuram silk saree without borders seems weird at first and yet borderless Kanchipuram silk sarees have become very popular. They are more affordable, can be style with a nice designer blouse and are often used for occasions where a subtle, classy look is preferred over a rich and grand one.
5. The Black Kanchipuram silk saree
Every saree lover needs to have a Black, Kanchipuram silk saree in her wardrobe. A black silk saree can be woven with elegant silver motives, checks or even thread work. And there are also a number of options for the blouse color; off-white, red, pink, cream or yellow.
Check out our collection of beautiful Kanchipuram silk sarees at here