Tussar Silk, also known as ‘Wild Silk’, or Kosa Silk is obtained from a wide-winged moth which is yellowish-brown in color and they belong to a group called Emperor Moths or Saturnids which dwell in trees other than Sal and Arjun. They are a real wonder of nature. Their wings have circular markings that look like a mirror. One can see one’s own reflection while looking closely into those markings. They don’t breed on mulberry like other silkworms but they breed in deep forests hence they are also known as ‘Wild Silk’ which is an exquisite thin naturally gold thread.
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The history of the Tussar silk saree dates back to medieval times. Prior to that, no Silk was made of any other natural or artificial object in lieu of mulberry-fed Silk works. In Sanskrit, Desi Tussar is called Kosa Silk, mainly developed in the Tribal Belt of Chattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Bhagalpurpur in India. Tussar Silk’s natural Gold color imparts value to it. Tussar Silk Saree is very soft and light to touch and has an affinity for most dyes They are handwoven and beautifully decorated with zardosi kundan mirror work, thread embroidery, and many other fine artworks.
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Tussar Silk is unique in its charm. It is rich in texture and its natural gold color is a treasure passed on as inheritance by women from generation to generation. It is traditionally worn mostly as sarees but can be worn in various ways like Kurtis, skirts, stoles, etc. and it looks beautiful in all ways. Tussar is an elegance that is a desire for every woman. Designers are taking a renewed interest in the tussar silk saree, thus it is finding its way into the modern office chambers as formal wear also. So to raise your fashion quotient this season, Buy tussar silk saree online to give an ethnic touch to your wardrobe.
