Parvai Kanchipuram Silk Sari : Shringa

Shringa | Handwoven Kancheepuram Silk Sari

Shringa is a Parvai original that explores the classic tall border format in a traditional Kancheepuram silk sari. The brillaint blue body features black stripes, large checks outlined in fine zari, interspersed with stylised Reku motifs individually woven using the Adai technique. Broad maroon contrast borders carry a finer checked pattern, framed on either side by traditional Reku detailing. The pallu is distinguished by a prominent central zari band, bringing together the contrasting colours and geometric elements of the design.

Woven in pure Karnataka mulberry silk using 2ply and 4ply, Shringa features contrast borders created through separately coloured body and border warps. The individually woven motifs introduce an additional level of intricacy to its construction. The sari measures 5.5 meters length and 50 inch width , weighs approximately 790 grams and includes 1 Meter continuation blouse.

Shringa has a strong, architectural presence, with its broad borders giving definition to the silhouette and the checked body creating a measured visual rhythm. The silk's weight and texture lends substance to the pleats, allowing them to fall in structured folds. The contrasting maroon pallu brings depth and movement to the drape, while its central zari band creates a distinct visual accent over the shoulder. A sari particularly suited to occasions where traditional colour contrasts and woven detail can be appreciated.

Designed by Ane Thomas and woven by Mariyappan and Kamala in Kancheepuram, Shringa involves approximately 28 days of pre-loom preparation and 29 days of weaving.