Lal Pad Saree: an emotion of every Saree lover

Whether you are a saree lover or not, sarees have traditionally been the first choice for women in India during festive occasions. When you wear a saree, you carry a sense of maturity and grace while paying homage to your roots. And while talking about sarees the discussion can't be complete without mentioning the Bengalis with their Lal Pad Saree of course…

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Bengali women consider the color combination red and white to be especially auspicious. The color is not just for beauty but has a deep meaning. The white color of the saree represents her purity, while her fertility is represented by red. A white or off-white saree with a red border and pallav is one of the favorites and preferred attire of married women for devotional gatherings, religious rituals, and commemorative functions, especially in Durga Puja. These sarees are frequently embellished with white Sakha (conch shell bangles) and pola ( red coral bangles) and crimson sindoor on the forehead, all of which indicate her marital status.

These sarees come in different shades and patterns. Tant (one of the famous saree of Bengal), the sarees in this combination typically have a white or off-white cotton foundation, a red border with gold zari work, an artistic pallav, and small red patterns scattered throughout the body.

Whereas the Garad or Garad-Korial saree is made of plain white silk with a large crimson border and striped pallav. Striped borders and small red motifs are woven across the saree's white foundation are common variations. Garad-korial sarees are more ornate, with intricate designs in red or gold was woven into the body and pallav. Garad sarees are made of extremely fine silk that has a papery feel to them.

Again if we observe the famous Jamdani and Baluchari sarees of Bengal it has a different form. the Jamdani sarees are made with a sheer white cotton or silk-cotton base and fine red motifs woven all over the body for a stunning finish. Traditional designs range from simple polka dots to intricate paisley and floral patterns. And the Baluchari silk sarees in red and white are stunning to wear and look at. The borders and pallav are meticulously decorated with red designs depicting stories from epics and religious literature. The beautiful borders, which are sometimes woven with subtle red designs, stand out against the creamy white background. A splash of gold zari among the red weavings could heighten the opulence.

And if you think the variety ends here then you are wrong!

There are many varieties like Tussar with a golden gloss and a beige or off-white foundation, Muslin which is a more exotic variation of jamdani sarees, Korial Banarasi with a velvety white or off-white foundation with magnificent gold/silver decorations on the red border and pallav, and many more

These beautiful sarees in red and white come in a variety of textures and price points. The most basic cotton sarees cost a few hundred rupees, while the most beautiful silks can cost thousands of rupees. A suitable saree can be chosen based on one's budget, personal preferences, and the significance of the event for which one intends to wear it…

No matter how modern or westernized our country becomes, nothing can beat the beauty of a traditional Indian saree. Indian clothing has long been associated with modesty, grace, and elegance. And Because of our country's diverse culture, we have dozens of distinct sarees and even more ways to drape them. As Durga Puja is quickly approaching, it is the most important occasion for Bengalis to dress to the nines. This puja is associated with the Lal Par Sada sari, which is a major attraction at the event and is worn by almost every Bengali woman.