The indisputable elegance of this six-yard long fabric has not only stood the test of time, but has also managed to outshine other Indian ensembles owing to its ability to adapt with any kind of styling. In India, a sari represents ethnicity and traditional rootedness. They are handed over as heirlooms from one generation to the next that invests them with a cultural potency. The hallowed status of saris in our country has charged this otherwise simple piece of clothing with a royal beauty.
An Indian or otherwise, a sari is a must-have in your wardrobe and on this note it becomes essential to figure out how exactly to take care of these weaves.
Taking proper care of saris play a formative role in determining the extent to which the lustre and shine of the material can be preserved. Since saris are mostly hand spun and delicately designed, they are extremely vulnerable to distortion and damage. Which makes it all the more important to have a fair idea of how to take care of these heritage weaves and Indian garments.
1. Wash properly
While washing sarees it is important that you keep in mind to separate the coloured ones from the whites. This is to make sure that even if the colour bleeds, they do not end up staining each other. Also, getting rid of accidental food stains and smudges is quite a task. It is advisable not to wash only the affected part of the sari because it can cause discolouration of that area or leave white residue patches. It will be better if you can soak the sari immediately after in mild soap water.
2. Iron with care
You have to be very careful while ironing your delicate weaves, especially if they are designer saris made of blended fabrics. Make sure the temperature of your iron is minimal and to be extra cautious you can place a cotton sheet between the iron and your fabric to avoid mishaps.
3. The storage matters.
In case you are wondering about silk sarees it is advisable to not store them in contact with metal. The storage space must be spacious enough to allow air circulation. It is also important to keep the storage cool and dry. You can use moth balls or dried neem leaves to exterminate musky smell.
4. Let your sarees breathe
You can start by setting a refolding routine for your saris at fixed intervals. For instance, every six months or so get them out of your wardrobe and lay them out in the moderate sun for a couple of hours. Airing your saris in the sun freshens them up by preventing the growth of fungi, eradicating odour, and preserving the radiance of the sari material. After you have aired them for long enough, restore them by altering the previous fold-lines. This will ensure that your saris do not end up with permanent creases or any kind of tearing along fold lines.
5. Restore shine
The tendency for saris to lose their lustre over time is quite natural. A trick that can work wonders, in this case, is a vinegar mixture. As sources claim, a gallon of water with one-fourth cup of distilled vinegar dissolved in it can help rejuvenate the faded shine of your weaves especially if it is made of silk. But care must be taken to ensure that you wash the garment in cold water in a light hand thoroughly.
Finally, read the label on your sari to check out if it requires any special handling like dry cleaning or extra careful handling. In case you are new to the sari game or are on the lookout for something to add to your collection, you can check out the range of Indian traditional outfits at KALKI Fashion. With the wedding season knocking at the door, it is the perfect time to be at your dazzling best and KALKI Fashion is all set to help you out with this.
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