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How Do You Wash a Tussar Silk Saree at Home
Mar 06 - 2024
Top 10 Reasons Why Tussar Silk Is The Most Versatile Fabric in 2023
Tussar silk also known as Kosa silk is made from cocoons produced by wild silk moths. This wild silk moth is a cousin to the mulberry silk moth. Wild silk moths create a rougher, more ‘rustic’ fiber. The small imperfections give this silk a peculiar charm and beauty and the fabric woven from it has a depth and texture reminiscent of the wood grain. Tussar silk has a natural honey color and matte sheen. Tussar silk sarees are light, breathable, and pleasant to wear. It is a bit stiffer, with a crisper hand. Hence, it is not a good choice for fluid pieces. The fabric is sheer, so you will want to use a lining underneath. Or, you can highlight the sheerness of creative layering also. These are the reasons why tussar silk is everyone’s favorite in India and across the world. Let’s find out what makes tussar the most versatile fabric.
Texture
It has a rich coarse texture. Tussar silk is considered more textured compared to cultivated Bombyx or ‘mulberry’ silk. However, it has shorter fibers which makes it less durable. The dull gold sheen makes it an automatic choice among fashion-loving women. Tussar is slightly less lustrous. However, the silk beats other silks in terms of strength, endurance, and versatility. Although tussar is less lustrous compared to mulberry silk, this is more affordable. Also, our artisans have told us that they prefer weaving the tussar yarn because it is much more versatile.
Light & airy
It is the texture of tussar silk that makes it very light to wear. It has a lot of pore spaces in its weaving structure which ensures a constant flow of air. It is even more comfortable compared to a few varieties of cotton. Oftentimes, it is blended with cotton to make bed sheets and pillow covers. It has less moisture retention capacity. It doesn’t retain moisture, and because of this quality, it is a delight to wear it in warmer climates of the world. As it is more porous, it makes it more wearable.
Gives a cool comfortable feeling
From the above point, you already know that the fabric made of tussar silk is very comfortable owing to its breathable texture. The spaces between the thread mesh help air to pass. It ensures less moisture containment. It also has certain other qualities which make it more attractive for the artisans and even for the medical quality. This is the reason behind the steady demand for pure tussar silk sarees. Tussar silk is stronger compared to other varieties of silk. This is the reason behind the medical equipment industry's preference. The strength comes from two types of protein- Sericin and Fibroin. It ensures a cool comfortable feeling.
Suitable for embroideries and print motifs
Tussar silk is easier to work with and the perfect choice for delicate embroidery. Though it is a bit stiff in nature, still, you wouldn’t loosen your purse strings to own a saree made using tussar silk. On the other hand, intricate embroidery on mulberry silk sarees is not easy and not long-lasting. Owing to this, our artisans prefer tussar sarees for embroidery over other silks.
Impressive variety of colors
Tussar sarees are popular for their impressive colors. Owing to the natural golden sheen of the Tussar fabric, when dyed with different colors it makes a lustrous yet matt look. There is a plethora of colors available from which you can choose- from lighter tones of golden honey to brighter and darker colors like red. Usually, lighter shades such as beige are combined with a bright-colored blouse like red, green, or pink. This creates an overall grace that comes from the contrasting color combination which instantly grabs everyone’s attention in a function and gets them talking for ages to come.
Easy to maintain
Tussar silk material is not difficult to maintain. If you don’t want your precious tussar saree to lose its luster and sheen, you should get it ironed and dry-cleaned at least two times a year. You should also avoid staining as washing the stain off will not be a good idea for the fabric of your saree. If you’re lazy to go to a dry cleaner, you can wash it at your home. Simple water is enough. If your saree is new, you should stay away from using soap for at least two washes. After washing it for a few times, use a mild protein shampoo mixed with plain water to rinse it. This will ensure that the saree’s shine and luster remain intact.
Unique border
The versatility of the tussar sarees is also reflected in its ease of weaving. They can be intricately woven with a unique zari border, which distinguishes the tussar fabric from other silk sarees. We create a zari border with gold and silver threads, which ensures a beautiful shine. Most of the silk is grown in the forests of Arjun, Saja, and Sal trees. The threads it produces are coarse and good in texture.
Beautiful aanchal
Another unique feature of tussar silk sarees is that the intricate design of the aanchal. The aanchal is usually adorned with beautiful flowers or paisleys. This makes the saree look even more beautiful, elegant, and versatile. A beautiful aanchal means you can wear it in different styles. This saree surely makes you look stunning no matter what you choose to wear it with. Also, having a beautiful aanchal means people will definitely notice you and your saree. Aanchal is an integral part of a saree. Hence, choose your aanchal wisely.
A premium saree
You may find the price of a tussar silk saree on the higher side. But mark our words, this is a premium quality saree. It takes 3 days to produce about 10 meters of silk cloth. So, you can understand how intricate and hard the work is. Hence, you can understand why the price of a tussar silk saree is always on the higher side.
Can be exposed to heat
Tussar silk has shown greater capacity compared to other silks to withstand higher temperature exposure. This characteristic value has turned tussar silk into very useful in making surgical and medical equipment.
Conclusion
Owing to this traditional tussar silk sarees have gathered so much attention from saree lovers across the world. All our sarees are handwoven. Thus, you can understand the intricacy of the works of our master artisans. Their hard work, creativity, and patience are unprecedented. Tussar silk saree is a must-have for a woman’s wardrobe. It keeps you in your comfort zone at long gatherings. This saree is best suited to your desires and your taste. You can style it in different ways as this drape falls elegantly. When you pair it up with the right accessories, you look absolutely stunning. If you would like to enchant your young diva, choose a tussar silk saree without any hesitation. This saree is ideal for any sudden and unplanned events. Trust us, this is an ideal saree for any party. So what are you waiting for? When you search tussar silk sarees online on Google, you’ll discover our website. And from there buying a tussar saree or any saree is just a cakewalk. Thank you for reading this blog. Shop with Ramdhanu, and always stay in fashion.
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