Ilkal- The Real Value of Beauty
Ilkal Saree is a traditional South Indian saree woven in Bagalkot district, Karnataka. The saree mainly constitutes of cotton blended silk.
Irkal saree is generally showcased in bright dark colours with traditional art form designs like Jari and kasuti hand embroidery. These designs are mostly seen in paras border and Tok pallu.
Ilkal saree represents strength of women's traditional attire and is an essential contribution to the world's cultural heritage and diversity.
The saree is mostly worn in and around Northern Karnataka , Maharashtra and borders of Andhra Pradesh. Due to the dominant colours and exquisite designs of this saree , it is now worn by women all around India not limited to any age group.
Ikkat is a type of fabric that is traditionally produced in India, Indonesia, and other parts of Southeast Asia. The word "ikkat" is derived from the Malay-Indonesian word "mengikat," which means to tie or bind. The fabric is made using a resist dyeing technique, in which the threads are tied and dyed before being woven into a patterned fabric.
Ikkat can be made using cotton, silk, or other natural fibers. The technique involves tying or wrapping the threads in a specific pattern before dyeing them. The tied threads resist the dye, creating a pattern when the threads are woven into the fabric. The resulting fabric can have intricate patterns and designs, depending on the skill of the weaver.
Ikkat is often used to make clothing, such as sarees, kurtas, and dupattas in India, and sarongs and batik in Indonesia. The fabric is known for its bright colors and intricate designs, and it is highly valued for its quality and beauty.