Glamorous Bollywood Trends: The Splendor of South Silk Sarees
Silk sarees have captured the hearts of Bollywood actresses, elevating them from forgotten corners of dusty attics and grandmother's closets to the forefront of any fashionista's ethnic wardrobe. Rekha, the ultimate silk saree maven, has paved the way for others from her generation like Sridevi, as well as the newer generation including Vidya Balan and Rani Mukherjee, to embrace this trend. Unsurprisingly, many of the saree varieties they adorn originate from South India, which is arguably the largest hub of silk saree production in the country. Each state in South India, from Tamil Nadu to Karnataka, has developed unique saree styles, encompassing methods of silk spinning, intricate workmanship, diverse designs, and draping techniques. Here are some of Bollywood's favorite South Indian silk sarees: Kanjivaram Silk Sarees: Rekha's wise choice to make them a signature part of her look has solidified Kanjivaram silk sarees as a timeless classic. Crafted by intertwinin...