Created and popularized by
Rukmini Devi Arundale, the saree gets its name from the ubiquitous
institution founded by her. This is a Kancheepuram silk saree weaved at the
craft center in the institution premises in Thiruvanmiyur. Today, the center also supports the dying craft of
Kalamkari.
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| Kalakshetra Saree |
The uniqueness of the saree is it's
simplicity. There is no jari work in the body, border or pallu of the saree, only thread work.
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| The Pallu |
Though there are many variants available these days, the saree featured here is an original. It is my mother's and was purchased at the
Khadi showroom in Neyveli 3 decades ago. It has the original design of butta (filled dots) in the body and the rudraksha (ருத்ராக்ஷ) in the border. The workmanship is amazing - the front and back of the designs are so beautifully interlocking.
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| Close up of the Rudraksha |
After many hand washes, it is so soft and cozy to wear!
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