Kalamkari Sarees -Types of Kalamkari Sarees

Kalamkari Sarees for Indian Women – A Perfect Blend of Heritage and Elegance

Kalamkari is a very popular intricate saree fabric which is universally loved by all ladies who carry themselves with a flamboyance of heritage and elegance. Kalamkari actually derives its name from the combination of words “kalam” which literally means “pen” and “kari” which literally means “craftsmanship”. Kalamkari works were originated for drawing with a pen, but gradually it gained much popularity when the fabric was being applied on sarees and other handloom works. Generally kalamkari works are applied on sarees with either of the two main procedures – Machlipatnam Style and Srikalahasti Style. Sarees with both of these styles are very popular in every part of India and in abroad countries as well. Women who love mythological stories, religious anecdotes and great epics to be illustrated with the means of artworks and craft in their body of sarees, like to wear Kalamkari printed sarees the most. The recent forms of Kalamkari also depicts the stories of Buddha and Buddhism through their intricate fabrics in the body of sarees. The technicalities involved with Kalamkari prints are very complicated. Astringents, buffalo milk, sunlight, alizarin, wax, indigo dye, vegetable dye, flower fragrance dye, bamboo or date palm stick, fermented jiggery, water, wooden blocks everything is required in order to successfully design a Kalamkari saree. Ladies who love the intricate work of Kalamkari are advised to have a look at our vast collection of Kalamkari printed sarees, among which we have enlisted twenty five varieties of Kalamkari sarees which they can buy instantly online.
 

1. Machilipatnam Style Kalamkari Sarees
   
   If you are a modern woman who loves organic flavors in your sarees, then this is the ideal saree you are looking for. Machlipatnam Kalamkari Saree is accompanied with stylish fabric made from natural dyes (either extracted from vegetables or extracted from flowers) which are applied on the body of the saree with the help of wooden blocks.  History says, this style was adored by Mughal Queens and was followed by Golconda Sultanate in past. If you want to explore the experience of wearing this exquisitely stylish Machlipatnam Kalamkari saree, buy it online now without any further delay. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results.
    
2. Srikalahasti Style Kalamkari Sarees
   
   Women who love ancient arts and mythological touch in their sarees and enjoy flaunting those in public are suggested to buy online these Srikalahasti Style Kalamkari Sarees. This style of Kalamkari work does not involve dyes or color, it only has intricate monochrome drawings by sharpened bamboo or pen. You can buy Srikalahasti Style Kalamkari Sarees online after choosing the prints on it. The prints on your saree will describe many religious anecdotes, mythological stories and epics through their art works. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results. Such type of Kalamkari Sarees were mostly worn by women of Vijayanagara Empire. Buy it online instantly if you want other to draw their attention towards you at any party.
    
3. Khadi Silk Sarees with Block Kalamkari Prints
   
   Khadi silk sarees with block Kalamkari prints are the perfect blend of class and style. Women who loves block prints with elegant touch can buy this type of Kalamkari sarees online. The base of khadi silk can be comfortably worn during all seasons, and the art-work of Kalamkari can be flaunted off with charisma very often. Ladies who like chunk jewelry can pair it with such type of Kalamkari sarees, embedded broach and matched blouse. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results. Buy it online to make sure you will have comfortable time whenever you would wear this.
    
4. Pretty Peacock Kalamkari Sarees with Floral Design
   
   Pretty peacock Kalamkari sarees with floral design can prove to be your most favorite outfit if you are heading to a party for someone’s marriage anniversary or someone’s birthday. Bluish green gorgeous color of the body and delicate floral designs on it can melt everybody’s heart and easily draw their entire attention to you. To be the center of attraction at any party, do buy online this pretty peacock Kalamkari saree with floral design today. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results.
   
5. Dhakai Jamdani Sarees with Kalamkari Block Prints
   
   Dhakai jamdani sarees with Kalamkari block prints can be the perfect ensemble for any casual outgoing any day. Do pair it with simple pieces of ornaments and set the fire at any place you go. Jamdani being one of the finest woven muslin textiles of Bengal ensures to provide extreme comfort during the wearing time of it. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results. If you are a woman who loves to keep your looks simple without much usage of cosmetics, then this type of Kalamkari saree is for you. Buy it online to make sure you will have comfortable time whenever you would wear this.
   
6. Bright Georgette Kalamkari Sarees
   
   Ladies who are looking for what to wear formally on your office days can buy bright georgette Kalamkari sarees online. Georgette having very thin texture provides extreme comfort for the whole day if you consider wearing it to office on daily basis. Kalamkari art-works on georgette body will add a touch of elegance and ethnicity which will bring gravity to your personality. Kalamkari prints on bright georgette ensures royal appearance and one can pair it with silver or gold brocade. Buy this Kalamkari saree online if you are wondering what to wear at your office next day! You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results.
   
7. Dark Crepe Kalamkari Sarees
   
   If you are a lady who fascinates dressing with minimal weight sarees, then this type of saree is the perfect wear for you. Crepe is extremely light weight and it lessens the plight of your daily wearing. Dark crepe Kalamkari sarees are woven by skilled handloom experts. This exquisite piece of saree is the best wear for daily office going purpose either for any formal meeting or for any semi-casual rendezvous. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results. Buy this Kalamkari saree online if you are wondering what to wear at your office next day!
   
8. Multi-Color Jungle Print Kalamkari Sarees with Zari Embroidery
   
   If you are a young lady aged within bracket of twenty to thirty, then this multi-color jungle print Kalamkari saree with zari border can be the most adorable wear for you. The Kalamkari prints are used on the body of saree for story-telling purpose through the medium of art-work. Pairing it with junk silver jewelry or tribal jewelry can elevate your spark anytime you wear it anywhere. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results.
   
9. Chanderi Hand Printed Kalamkari Sarees
   
   Ladies who love pure silk can buy this chanderi hand-printed Kalamkari sarees online. Chanderi is originally from Madhya Pradesh which is an amalgamation of chanderi cotton, silk cotton and pure silk. Ladies who want to flaunt their elegant side, can wear this saree to enhance their elegance. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results. Kalamkari prints on chanderi ensures royal appearance and one can pair it with silver or gold brocade. Buy this Kalamkari saree online if you are wondering what to wear at your office next day!
   
10. Sambalpuri Hand Printed Kalamkari Sarees
    
    Sambalpuri sarees are from Orissa which reflect authentic craft made out of fabric woven on a handloom. Kalamkari designs on sambalpuri make the sarees more traditional by looks which women can wear at any religious occasions. If you are wondering which saree to wear while paying a visit to goddess in near future, then buy this Kalamkari saree online to flaunt it off on the day of festival. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results.
     
11. Kalamkari Printed Kerala Cotton Sarees
    
    Kerala cotton Kalamkari saree has a pure cotton base which can be comfortably worn on monsoon days as Kerala cotton has a tendency of not absorbing or soaking the rain water. So if it rains a lot in your region and you are looking for a daily wear with ethnic works on it, then buy this Kalamkari saree online at the earliest. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results. Even if you are not from a rain-prone area, you can wear this Kerala cotton Kalamkari saree pairing it with terracotta jewelry any day to look good.
    
12. Kosa (Tussar) Silk Sarees with Kalamkari Print
    
    If you are a sophisticated woman who adores elegant and ethnic wears, then this saree is for you. Tussar silk has a luxurious look with pure gold colored shade on which fine Kalamkari works will add multifold beauty. You can consider this tussar silk saree with hand painted Kalamkari applique as your attire for the next wedding party to attend. Because of the affordability, durability and low maintenance cost, these saris are gaining immense popularity. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results.
    
13. Uppada Sarees with Kalamkari Print
    
    Uppada sarees come with bright and gorgeous colors and rustic base. Kalamkari prints on it add more rusticity on it. Uppada sarees with Kalamkari print are loved mostly by the women from East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. If you are a lover of South Indian handicraft sarees, then buy this Uppada saree with Kalamkari print online at the earliest to satisfy your fetish. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results. Because of the affordability, durability and low maintenance cost, these saris are gaining immense popularity.
    
14. Half Net-Woven Cotton Sarees with Kalamkari Print
    
    If you are a lover of fine woven embroidered net sarees then half net-woven cotton sarees with Kalamkari print is the appropriate wear for you to choose. This is an absolutely exquisite piece of wearing for any casual party or formal meeting. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results. If you are a lady wearing spectacles, then half net woven cotton Kalamkari saree is the perfect choice for you.
    
15. Ponduru Khadi Sarees with Kalamkari Print
    
    Ponduru khadi is a rare material in India now as it is becoming almost extinct day by day. If you are impressed by the finesse of ponduru khadi silk sarees, then this saree with block Kalamkari prints is the perfect fit for you. It is an ensemble of class and style. Women who loves block prints with elegant touch can buy this type of Kalamkari sarees online. The base of ponduru khadi silk can be comfortably worn during all seasons, and the art-work of Kalamkari can be shown off with elegance always.
    
16. Kalamkari Printed Venkatagiri Sarees
    
    Venkatagiri saree base has rich, fine weaving and generous amount of usage of zaree embroidery, and Kalamkari prints on the body adds more bravura to it. These sarees feature big peacock prints, swan prints, parrot prints in traditional style of Southern India. For any festival wearing purpose, you can buy this saree online without delay. Pair it with golden jewelry and flaunt it on the day of festival. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results.
    
17. Kalamkari Printed Dharmavaram Sarees
    
    Dharmavaram saree base has broad borders with solid colors, contrasting pallus, zaree brocade, and Kalamkari works on body of the saree make it more attractive. If you are looking for a saree which can accompany on you at any day, be it on formal office day or on festival day, or on party day, you can buy this Kalamkari printed dharamvaram saree online without giving it a second thought. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results.
    
18. Narayanpet Sarees with Kalamkari Blocks
    
    Narayanpet sarees have a checked surface with zaree embroidery and pallu has intricate pictorial designs of temples or religious anecdotes. The Kalamkari design on body and the block design of pallu on the narayanpet handloom saree give a contrasted look when women wear it. Narayanpet sarees with Kalamkari blocks follow a unique process where eight sarees are made in one single go on a handloom. These sarees are light weight and can be worn quite comfortably throughout the year.
    
19. Pochampally Ikkat Sarees with Kalamkari Blocks
    
    Pochampally ikkat sarees have typical geometrical patterns of Kalamkari prints on it. If you have an eye for detail and you are a lover of big square, triangular, circular and rectangular shapes, then this pochampally ikkat saree with Kalamkari blocks is the best suit for you. The painstaking weaving of pochampally coupled with beauty of Kalamkari will make you the most revered one among all, and you will stand apart at any party.  
    
20. Pure Cotton Khesh Kalamkari Sarees
    
    Khesh cotton sarees are the true gift from Bengal that comes with Kalamkari intricate works on the body. Khesh had originated from Shantikinetan, the place of great poet Rabindranath Tagore, and Khesh truly carries that heritage through its weaving threads. Kalamkari works add an intellectual touch on the body of Khesh. If you are a lady wearing spectacles, then pure cotton khesh Kalamkari saree is the perfect choice for you. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results.
     
21. Bengal Handloom Half-Khesh Half-Kalamkari Sarees
    
    Half khesh cotton sarees are praised in India and abroad for their global appeal. When it comes with Kalamkari sprinkle or intricate works on the body, it boosts that appeal. Khesh being originated from the place of great poet Tagore, half khesh half Kalamkari sarees perfectly carries that aura and heritage through its weaving threads. Kalamkari intricacies increase its intellectual touch on the body of half Khesh. If you are a lady who loves ethnic wears, then Bengal handloom half khesh half Kalamkari saree is the perfect ensemble of ethnicity and modernism.
    
22. Assam Silk Saree with Intricate Kalamkari Prints
    
    Ladies who like light ethnic wears, Kalamkari printed assam silk saree is for them. Assam silk has a unique touch with mustard color lighter shade on which fine Kalamkari fabrics add multifold elegance. You can consider this assam silk saree with hand painted intricate Kalamkari prints as your gorgeous outfit for your next party marked in calendar. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results.
     
23. Chettinadu Cotton Sarees with Kalamkari Prints
    
    Chettinadu sarees come with both bright and dark colors, and it has a rustic base. Kalamkari prints on it increase rusticity of it. Chettinadu sarees with Kalamkari prints are adored mostly by the women from Southern part of India. If you are a lover of fancy South Indian handicraft sarees, then buy this Chettinadu saree with Kalamkari print online at the earliest to fulfill your fascination. You need to take extra care while washing these sarees. Do avoid handwashing if you want to keep the woven intricacies intact. Follow dry cleaning or petrol wash to get the best results.
     
24. Muga Silk Saree with Hand Painted Kalamkari Applique
    
    Beautiful ladies who love elegant and ethnic wears, Kalamkari printed muga silk saree is for them. Muga silk has a royal grandeur with golden shade on which fine Kalamkari works add many fold beauty. You can consider this muga silk saree with hand painted Kalamkari applique as your attire for the next wedding party to attend.
    
25. Hand-Painted Chiffon Kalamkari Sarees
    
    Chiffons are light weight sarees with fabric purely made from silk. If you are a modern smart woman who like light weight sarees then this one is for you. Hand-painted kalamkari works on chiffon body will make you look unique since this is rarely available in market. The painstaking weaving of chiffoncoupled with beauty of Kalamkari will make you the most revered one among all, and you will stand apart at any party.