Fabrics of India
India has a rich, diverse and unique textile tradition.
Weaving has been an extremely well developed craft form in India from as early
as the Indus Valley civilization. India has had strong traditions in the
making, dyeing, printing, and embroidering of cloth as is evident from
historical records. The array of textiles varies from place to place by factors
like geography, climate, local culture, social customs, availability of raw
materials etc. The extraordinary range of Indian textiles reflects the cultural
richness and adaptability of the country.
A variety of raw materials like silk, cotton, wool, jute etc
are used in India for creating fabrics. In Current time, where Designer Dress
are most popular. Indian Designer use lot of Cotton, Silk, Jute, Crape and Georgette.
Different dress has different Textures and use of fabric is also matters in any
dress. In India we use clothes and its fabric according to Seasons also. As
whole we are very much depend on fabric and its material.
Let’s have some snap of our favourite fabrics which we love
to wear:
Cotton: Cool, Cultural & Classic
Cotton
is most used fabric in India as we have long summer. Cotton is so lite, easy to
wear and breathy. Cotton is versatile fabric, you can wear it by any style and
it looks stylish. Most of cotton fabrics are simple and wear it casually. Its
not costly so its also very popular among all people.
History of Cotton is also very reach as it most loved by
Mahatma Gandhi. He makes cotton popular all over the world. Now Indian designer are put this legacy
forward. Cotton can mix with any other fabric and any cut. You can have it as
Kurti, Saree and Salwar suit. It’s so comfortable and as look stylish. So have
one cotton Dress in your wardrobe and it will turn as style statement.
Most textiles are produced by twisting fibers into yarns and
then knitting or weaving them into fabrics. The craftsman does most of the work
by hand, but today with modern machinery and textile mills, the process has
become simpler and faster than before. Indian fabrics are unique for their
excellent workmanship, colours and durability.
Interestingly nowhere else will anybody wear the range of colour
combinations like the Indians do.
Fabrics in silk, cotton and wool are more in
demand inside the country as well as abroad.
Every state in India is known for a particular textile, showcasing the
lifestyle and culture of that place.
Silk:
Sober, stunning & Stylish
The word silk is used to involved luxury, plushness and Style.
Silk is a natural protein fibre, some forms of which can
be woven into textiles. The shimmering appearance of silk is due
to the triangular prism-like structure of the silk fibre, which allows
silk cloth to refract incoming light at different angles, thus producing
different colors. Silk is one of the finest yarns available to fabric producers
and can be used for some of the most delicate and elegant fabrics or some
rustic looks such as silk tweeds made with the shorter filaments. Silk is,
well, silky. The world ‘silky’ has such a specific and well known meaning, it’s
hard to think of a synonym. Yet, the making of silk is anything but glamorous.
Indian dress like Salwar Suits and sarees are very popular for casual wear.
Silk is one of costly material in India and as famous also.
People love to wear silks bust now a days this is near to impossible to have in
your pocket. The silk fibres have a prism-like structure, which causes them to
refract light and create a rainbow-like sheen. Silk also feels great on bare
skin and really hugs the body. This sounds kind of gross, and is certainly not
vegan, but the result is gorgeous. Sounds kind of gross, and are certainly not
vegan, but the result is gorgeous.
Georgette: Gorgeous, Glorious
Georgette: Gorgeous, Glorious
Georgette fabric is a textile traditionally made from silk, although synthetic fibres such as polyester are sometimes used as well. The thing that makes georgette fabric distinctive is the crinkly crepe-light texture, which feels slightly rough and dull, but gives the fabric a bouncy, flowing look. Many fabric stores carry georgette fabric in a range of colors and prints for various projects.
The threads used in georgette fabric are highly twisted, which causes them to crinkle as they relax. Since silk is highly absorbent, georgette fabric can easily be dyed in a myriad of colors.
Georgette also drapes very well, making it a popular choice for women's fashions in which clingy, flowing fabrics are favoured. Since georgette fabric is thin, it is also lightweight, and can be used as a layer in a larger garment without being heavy or bulky. Layers of Georgette fabric may be used for a fanciful effect, especially in gowns. Bridal gowns, evening dresses, and other formal wear are sometimes made with georgette fabric. Georgette is beautiful in sarees as its property is flowing.
As a general rule, georgette fabric can be hand washed in cold water with mild detergent and hung to dry, although it should be kept out of the sun to avoid fading. In some cases, dry cleaning may be necessary;
Chiffon:
Chiffon is made from cotton, silk, or synthetic fiberes under a magnifying glass it resembles a fine net or mesh which gives chiffon some see-through properties. Chiffon made from natural fibers can be dyed to almost any shade, but chiffon made from polyester requires specialized disperse dyes.
Chiffon is most commonly used in evening wear, especially as an overlay, for giving an elegant and floating appearance to the gown. It is also a popular fabric used in blouses, scarves and lingerie. Like other crepe fabrics, chiffon can be difficult to work with because of its light and slippery texture. Due to this delicate nature, chiffon must be hand washed very gently.
Crepe Fabric
A fabric characterized by a crinkled, puckered or pebbly surface with highly twisted yarns in the weft and sometimes in the warp or both. Crepe is usually made with a plain weave. The crinkly texture of this soft and pliable fabric can be smooth or quite rough. The fabric is woven from all of the major fibers, natural or man-made. Surface textures range from fine, flat crepes to pebbled and mossy effects; some surfaces resemble tree bark.
Silk Crepe is a luxurious fabric with a good sheen and a pebbly texture obtained by using high twist yarns. Silk Crepe has a beautiful drape, and is extensively used to make dresses, slacks, skirts, lightweight suits, bridal gowns, and evening wear.
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