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FASHION
THEORY
MODULE-1
TARGET 3 (T3)
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T1 QUESTION:

Compare kanjeevaram, mangalagiri,

Bhandani and chikankari sarees, which
are popular Indian traditional textiles in
view of design aspects, features etc.
Compare various Traditional costumes of
different states of India.
 INTRODUCTION:

When it comes to traditional costumes of different states in India, there are many variations in style,
fabric, and motifs used. Some of the popular traditional costumes are:
Saree - A draped garment worn by women across India, with variations in style and draping methods
depending on the region. Some of the popular saree types include Banarasi, Kanjeevaram, Chanderi,
Paithani, and Maheshwari.
Salwar Kameez - A comfortable and versatile garment worn by women across North India, consisting
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of a long tunic or kameez and loose-fitting pants or salwar. Some of the popular salwar kameez types
include Punjabi suits, Anarkali suits, and Churidar suits.
Lehenga Choli - A three-piece outfit consisting of a long skirt or lehenga, a short blouse or choli, and a
dupatta or scarf. Lehenga cholis are worn by women across India for weddings, festivals, and other
special occasions.
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KANJEEVARAM SAREES:
Kanjeevaram sarees are known for their rich silk fabric, intricate designs, and
vibrant colors. They are primarily woven in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, and are
characterized by their broad borders and intricate motifs such as peacocks, temple
structures, and floral designs. Kanjeevaram sarees are typically heavy and are
worn on special occasions such as weddings and festivals. Kanjeevaram sarees is
also called as Conjeevaram , Kanjeevarum, Kanjiwaram, Kanchipuram.
The making style:
The silk that is obtained from the sericulture of the mulberry worm is finely
converted to produce the Kanjeevaram silk.
MANGALAGIRI SAREES:
Mangalagiri sarees are made of cotton or silk fabric and are known for their
simplicity and elegance. They are woven in the Mangalagiri town in Andhra
Pradesh and are characterized by their soft texture and subtle colors. Mangalagiri
sarees typically feature a plain body with a contrasting border and pallu, with
minimal or no embellishments.
The making style:
Mangalgiri cotton is produced by the cotton yarn that is purchased from the mills. This cotton yarn is then boiled

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in water and caustic soda for a couple of hours before it is suitable for dyeing. If the yarn is to produce white
colored sarees, then it is bleached before weaving, else for coloring chemical dyes are used. After dyeing, the yarn
is then sun dried before it is all set for the weaving process.
BANDHANI SAREES:
Bandhani sarees, also known as Bandhej sarees, are a traditional
tie-dye textile that originates from Gujarat and Rajasthan. The
fabric is tied tightly with threads and then dyed in vibrant colors to
create unique patterns such as dots, waves, and stripes. Bandhani

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sarees are lightweight and airy, making them perfect for hot weather conditions.
The making style:
Bandhani is a method of binding small knots and dyeing them in different colours to produce beautiful patterns.
This tying was normally done with fingernails for making. But in some places of Rajasthan, craftsmen wear a
metal ring with a pointy nail to help plucking the cloth easily.The process of making a bandhani textile is not very
tough, but is very time-consuming. The fabric used for making Bandhani sarees and dupattas are loosely woven
silk called Georgette, or cotton known as Malmal.
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CHIKANKARI SAREES:
Chikankari sarees are made of lightweight cotton fabric and are known for their intricate embroidery work. They
originate from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, and are characterized by their delicate floral designs, intricate
threadwork, and pastel colors. Chikankari sarees are perfect for casual and semi-formal occasions.

Chikankari is a very delicate and intricate shadow work type of embroidery. Initially, the embroidery was done
using white yarn, on colorless muslins known as tanzeb. However, today, georgette, chiffon, cotton and other fine
fabrics are also being used. From being an embellishment used primarily for decorating clothes, Chikankari
embroidery work of India has now spread to cushion covers, pillow covers, table linen and so on.
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The making style:
Indian Chikan work basically consists of a number of processes, namely cutting, stitching, printing,
embroidery, washing and finishing. Cutting and stitching are done by the same person. Then, printing is
undertaken with wooden blocks dipped in dye. After this, embroidery is done, usually by women. The
last step in the Chikankari embroidery work is washing and finishing, which may take from 10 to 12
days and involves bleaching, acid treatment, stiffening and ironing. The most common motif used in
Chikan Kari work of Lucknow is that of creepers. Floral motifs, which are used either throughout the
garment or in corners, include jasmine, rose, flowering stems, lotus, etc.
 Comparison between given sarees:

• Kanjeevaram, Mangalagiri, Bandhani, and Chikankari sarees are all

popular Indian traditional textiles, but they differ in terms of their
design aspects, features, and the regions where they are made.
• Kanjeevaram sarees are known for their rich silk fabric and intricate
zari work, often featuring bold and bright colors, wide borders, and
contrasting pallus.
• Mangalagiri sarees, on the other hand, are made using pure cotton
fabric and are characterized by simple and elegant designs, usually
featuring a plain body and a contrasting border and pallu.
• Bandhani sarees are made using a traditional tie-dye technique and are
known for their vibrant colors and unique patterns.
• Chikankari sarees are made using a delicate embroidery technique and
are typically made on lightweight fabrics like cotton or chiffon.
• In terms of traditional costumes of different states of India, each state
has its own unique traditional attire, which reflects its cultural heritage
and historical influences.
• For example, the traditional costume of Rajasthan is the Ghagra Choli,
which is a colorful and heavily embroidered skirt and blouse
combination.
• In Gujarat, women wear the Gharchola saree, which is a silk saree
with heavy embroidery and embellishments.
• In Punjab, the traditional attire for women is the Salwar Kameez, a
loose-fitting tunic and pants combination, while men wear the Kurta
and Pajama.
• In South India, the traditional attire for women is the saree, with
Kanjeevaram sarees being popular in Tamil Nadu, Kasavu sarees in
Kerala, and Mysore silk sarees in Karnataka.
• Men in South India traditionally wear the Dhoti and Kurta, which is
a loose-fitting tunic and pants combination.In conclusion, the
traditional costumes and textiles of India are diverse and unique,
with each region having its own distinctive style and features.
• Kanjeevaram, Mangalagiri, Bandhani, and Chikankari sarees are
just a few examples of the wide range of textiles available in India,
each with its own unique design aspects and features.
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