Mysore silks in Bangalore: Absolutely gorgeous

Sensual, gorgeous, alluring, fantastic, whichever way you see it, the rustle of a silk sari never ceases to charm a woman. This nine-yards-of-elegance has, since times immemorial, seized the imagination of scores of poets and painters.

Karnataka is India’s biggest producer of raw silk and nothing can be more rewarding than watching women outshine each other in their Mysore Silk saris. A blend of talent and tradition, each of these woven grandeurs goes through a delicate process before finding a place in your wardrobe and becoming a prized possession.

Mysore silk saris owe their legacy to Tipu Sultan, the erstwhile ruler of Mysore, and Bangalore is a haven for the buyers who throng its shops from all over the country as well as abroad. However, a word of caution for the uninitiated: take a seasoned shopper along or visit renowned shops like Karnataka Silks, KSIC KSIC Mysore silk showroom , Deepam International Silks, Mysore Silk Emporium, Karishma Silks and Gokal’s Silk and Saris .

Other than these there are also options galore: walk down the Avenue Road or haunt the lanes near Majestic where you’ll find many a shop selling its wares at stealing rates. Bargaining is the rule-of-thumb here, so go ahead and take the plunge.

You could also check out shops like Kuberan Silks, Saree Paradise and Sudarshan Silks and Saris, not to mention Mysore Crepe with its contemporary silk saris blending urban designs with rustic shades. Men too find good deals here with shops doing brisk business in silk shirts, readymade kurtas and silk ties.

If high-end product is what you are looking for, check out the many designer boutiques and showrooms that dot the city’s landscape and sell great stuff in crepe and silk for both men and women. The Government Silk Factory at Mysore about 140 kms from Bangalore is also worth a visit if you intend to see craftsmen at work and buy silk materials.

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