Chanderi

It is said that Chanderi saree is one of the most distinctive sarees that hails from the Nimar region of Madhya Pradesh and it takes its name from the town of Chanderi. This is a light-weight saree having the delicacy of sheer gossamer that is further combined with the qualities of both silk and cotton.

The understated regal quality that the Chanderi sarees have eventually makes them popular as a perfect everyday saree. The most important characteristics that the Chanderi sarees possess are the finely textured fabric, old weaving technique and gold woven borders.

Chanderis are made on a pitloom having three or at times more than three shuttles. Jacquard attachments are also made to be available in some cases. The traditional Chanderi sarees were hand spun and in the past these sarees were hued off-white and often lighter shades were used. The borders were woven by means of interlocking the weft.

Chanderi sarees are woven in both silk and cotton. These sarees are ranged from Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 8,000.