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Unlock the Elegance of Half Kanchi Sarees with Samyakk

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The Kanchipuram saree , a timeless symbol of Indian elegance and heritage, holds a special place in every woman's wardrobe. But what if you crave the rich essence of Kanchipuram in a more contemporary silhouette? Enter the Half Kanchipuram saree , a beautiful fusion of tradition and modern flair. At Samyakk, we celebrate this versatile saree style, offering a stunning collection to match your unique personality. Unveiling the Half Kanchipuram Saree Unlike its full-bodied counterpart, the Half Kanchipuram saree features a contrastingly plain or minimally embellished pallu (end piece). This allows the exquisite beauty of the Kanchipuram weave to take center stage on the Saree body, while offering a lighter and more manageable drape. This makes the Half Kanchipuram saree a perfect choice for a variety of occasions, from festive gatherings to housewarmings and even glamorous parties. Weaving Your Dream Look Samyakk's treasure trove of Half Kanchipuram sarees boasts a mesmer

Ugadi – A Celebration of New Beginning

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 India is a beautiful nation of diversity. For each season, we have a fabulous festival that reflects our rich cultural heritage and also unites us with our loved ones. The month of March-April witnesses one such festival named Ugadi. Ugadi/Yugadi/Gudi Padwa is the New Years day for the Hindus of Karnataka, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. The first day of the Hindu lunisolar calendar month of Chaitra or March/April is the day to wish a Happy Ugadi. The term Ugadi or Yugadi is derived from two Sanskrit words – Yuga meaning age and Adi meaning beginning. So, it means the “beginning of a new age”. On the day of Ugadi, many other parts and cultures in India celebrate their New Year. The festival is celebrated to acknowledge the day on which Brahma created the earth. The day also marks the beginning of the spring season with new plants and leaves rejuvenating marking the beginning of new and fresh life. Deities associated with the festival:- The Ugadi puja is done by worshippin

History of Kanchipuram Saree

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Kanchipuram silk saree comes from South India, originated in a small town named Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu. It is a type of silk saree that is worn for special events by women in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh. These sarees are known for their craftsmanship as it takes a long time to make a single saree. Most of these sarees usually have a contrasting Zari border. There are two types of Zari, Pure & Tested Zari. Pure Zari is made of twisted red & silver threads dipped in gold to form pure Zari. Tested Zari, also known as Half Fine Zari is electroplated with a gold solution to look like pure Zari. Kanchipuram sarees are hand woven with pure mulberry silk threads. A pure Kanchipuram saree will always feel soft when rubbed gently without any unevenness, fake Kanchipuram saree will always be slightly coarser than genuine Kanchipuram. The Kanchipuram silk sari was initially woven in a 9-yard weave, but more practical 6-yard weaves have been introduced throughout t