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A Date with Kanjeevaram

A little information about Kanjeevaram Sarees - They are one of the finest silk sarees from South India. The heavy silk is embroidered with real gold. The border and pallau (end of the saree) has relatively more embroidery than rest of the saree. These sarees are meant to last up to a hundred years, thus require extra care while folding and wrapping.  

My regular readers would already know that me-loves-my-Sarees. It is my favorite piece of clothing to dress in. Classy. Sexy. Feminine. All in one. Those who might have missed you can catch me in a Saree here, then here and now recently here.

This was my first time wearing such a heavy Kanjeevaram Saree for a wedding. The winter chill is subsiding now, hence was a perfect opportunity to dress up in it. I do not get many chances to wear such Sarees so I didn't want to let this one pass me by ...


Contest: Who can make the craziest expressions?
Trust me, this wasn't planned. Only when I saw the pictures that 
I had realized our expressions were synchronized :)

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64 comments

  1. UnknownJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    You look very beautiful in that great saree. The pictures are awesome, the expression indeed looked in sync.

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  2. JTWisdomJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    Very beautiful in your saree. The fabric makes the color pop. That's really cool that you both had the same expressions. Again you in that saree is simply stunning. Makes me want to wear a saree. I was looking today at some beautiful sarees at Exclusively.In.

    JTwisdom
    www.bubblingwitheleganceandgrace.com

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  3. Vibhuti BhandarkarJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    WOW Tanvii, you look equally gorgeous in a Kanjeevaram yaar! :D
    Or may I say more??!!!
    And those pics are soo soo soo cute!
    Mwahs n hugs..Rock on my Indian beauty!

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  4. FashionPhDJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:07 AM

    so prettty!
    and so cute :D

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  5. Hippie HollyJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:21 AM

    The last three pictures read like a comic strip! So cute :)))) You look absolutely stunning, that saree is simply fabulous. Polka dots on Kanjeevaram such a fun way to modernise a traditional saree. Love that shade of blue too!

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  6. indianmakeupwaysJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    u look BEAUTIFUL!!! lovin the last pic the most! great saree.me being a south indian, I own atleast half a dozen kanjeevaram sarees and I love 'em all!!!

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  7. KarishmaJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:38 AM

    OMG! Polka dots on kanjevaram. Tjis saree is the love. You look fantastic, Tanvi. Fanbloodytastic. :)


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  8. Jelena ZivanovicJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:50 AM

    how precious u look like!!!!!!!!!the combination of blue and gold match so good with your skin tone!!!and the expressions-fab!:DD
    kisses

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  9. shuchitaJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:55 AM

    love this look completely, i love silk sarees and you look great

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  10. Anita...January 26, 2011 at 3:07 AM

    You look like a perfect Hindustani Naari. Happy Republic Day!!! Gorgeous!

    Ashish looks tooo cute..did he get down on his knees and tell beautiful you a poetic dialogue...???

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  11. VixJanuary 26, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    That sari is stunning, I love the polka dots. I don't think I've ever seen one like that before.
    Those pictures are adorable, you and Mr Tanvi are so in-sync. xxx

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  12. My Unfinished LifeJanuary 26, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    the sari is very very elegant and understated for a kanjeevaram!!!
    pretty poses!!

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  13. Elizabeth Daisy.January 26, 2011 at 4:18 AM

    I think Indian lovelies look so lovely and glamourous, I love emerald green and bright shades of pink, you look lovely darling ♥

    *following your blog*

    Eda ♥

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  14. UnknownJanuary 26, 2011 at 4:31 AM

    much like! lovely look perfect for the season as well...

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  15. jeminaJanuary 26, 2011 at 4:34 AM

    Hi Sweetie Pie
    That is one AWESOME saree I must say, and I LOVE the necklace, could u please buy some Indian ethnic jewellery and sell them online? and YES!!! those 3 pics are hillarious, LOVE 'em!!!!

    Wishing you a wonderful day dear

    Kisses
    Jemina
    xoxo

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  16. ChandanaJanuary 26, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    you look all pretty and traditional... :) poka dots on kanjeevaram!!! Nice...

    i like the necklace and earrings too! i generally dont wear much jewellery on such a heavy saree but this looks perfect!

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  17. LeiaJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    Tanvi, wowwww! I had never heard of such saris but this one is absolutely gooorgeous! I love the colors and it looks simply stunning on you (by the way, when you get home, please can you write a post on "how to visit parents and NOT put on weight" ... haha :P) The hair pin is divine, too!

    And you and Ashish are soo cute, I love your synchronised expressions, sooo sweet!

    ♥ Leia

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  18. HiFashionJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:38 AM

    You look stunning Tanvi. The sari is gorgeous and looks really gorgeous on you. I love the colour of it.
    Also loving the pictures of you and the husband, hehe.

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  19. For The Love Of Fashion And Other ThingsJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    You look gorgeous! :) And you're really pulling off a kanjeevaram with the utmost elan and ease! :)
    XX

    http://fortheloveoffashionandotherthings.blogspot.com

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  20. little luxury listJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    Real gold - fancy! Aww the pictures of you two are too fun!

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  21. AnksJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    so pretty.... love ur blouse! :)

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  22. NirupamaJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:16 AM

    Lovely Saree Tanvii! I agree with you that sarees are one of the most graceful-cum-sexy-cum-feminine piece of clothing! And a very few women can carry it well.... You've carried it very nicely :)
    Have a great stay in India ahead :)

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  23. SherJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    you and hubby are most adorable! Love the expressions:P

    xx

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  24. GBJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Gorgeous! You look sooo good in a traditional sari!

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  25. ash89January 26, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    the last pic is so cute! :)

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  26. Lee OliveiraJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Purple and golds are definitely your colours.
    Love your smile too
    Lee x

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  27. RiàJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Wow u look so different in a kanjeevaram.

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  28. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    You look positively gorgeous, sweetie!

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  29. UnknownJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Last picture is adorable :) deserves to be framed!

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  30. NightflierJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    you look amazing! Love the blouse as well..
    Coming back to the Kanjivaram, its my plan to carry one of those in my best friend's wedding. Traditional and classy!

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  31. CinderellaJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    love love love the saree!!!!!!

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  32. gayatriJanuary 26, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    looking very beautiful :) And the last three pics prove how in sync you are with your husband

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  33. StaceyJanuary 26, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    You know i love when you wear sarees. You look gorgeous in them! Loving the faces too:-)

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  34. Style EyesJanuary 26, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    You look really beautiful. I love the colour, the dots and the fold of the sari.

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  35. ShybikerJanuary 26, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    Hmmm... the fact that you look so beautiful reminds me of a fantasy I had years ago about dressing up like this. Of course, I have no idea about how to do it and nobody to teach me, but I still hold onto that dream. Your skill at it impresses and inspires me. :)

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  36. HannieJanuary 26, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    So amazing! :)
    xoxo from Hannie

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  37. simple girl.....January 26, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    polka dot and kanjeevaram .. great combo ... looking dapper.. my mom has one in off white and orange.. kanjeevarams are a class in itself...
    love it babe ..

    p.s. - the photo with different expressions looks fun ...

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  38. Deepika VasudevaJanuary 26, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    Beautiful.. Sarees are always ravishing :)

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  39. Fashion BombayJanuary 26, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    I love theses glimpses of you and Mr H.
    You two look so adorable together :)

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  40. NehaJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    ok, I am drooling over the saree!! Awesome shade of blue! Though I dont enjoy wearing the saree so much, I do feel it is the most beautiful and elegant clothing ever! And you prove it to be true :)

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  41. GRIT AND GLAMOURJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Beautiful! Love you in a saree!

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    @gritandglamour

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  42. archives vintageJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    oh my goodness. tanvi, you are stunningly gorgeous!!!!! this is the best look you've ever posted. the royal colors, that beautiful saree! i cant get over it. SO BEAUTIFUL!!!!

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  43. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    The colors and fabrics used to make sarees are so gorgeous!

    xoxo
    Miss Neira

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  44. caribbean princessJanuary 26, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    That is a lovely saree.The colours look really good on you. Did you wrap it yourself?
    Also is there a difference between saree and sari? (in trinidad we say sari but I wonder if we might have corrupted the real word!)

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  45. www.majormusthaves.comJanuary 26, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    Love the colors! You look so pretty! Picture perfect. You and your husband look so in love.:) I love it all.

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  46. Kelly Frances DunnJanuary 26, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Ok, the clothing takes a back seat to the adorable YOU's that are featured in the mirror. That is WAY to cute, the pair of you!!!!! XO

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  47. bollywoodstylediariesJanuary 26, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    love the pics, u and Ashish looks so adorable!

    And the saree is mind-blowing - the color is stunning and you look awesome. You have tied the saree so beautifully.

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  48. Diana MieczanJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    Darling, this is such a stunning saree..and you look incredibly beautiful wearing it. I so need to visit India:) Hugs and kisses

    Ps: I am hosting a beautiful Garnish party supplies GIVEAWAY today :) ...Just in time for Valentine’s Day!

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  49. Style, She WroteJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    Sensational sari Tanvi! Hope you had a wonderful time. xo style, she wrote

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  50. ElleJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    My dear Tanvi, you look STUNNINGLY beautiful. SO so elegant- such a gorgeous sari- and such great photos too, and the last few were too cute/funny.

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  51. Kimia KlineJanuary 27, 2011 at 3:41 AM

    love the deep blue and gold of that saree. so beautiful!

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  52. SuruchiJanuary 27, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    i absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE the pics n the synchronized looks on the faces...superb shots...
    of course u in that sari n that cute stringy blouse...a visual treat:-)

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  53. GeetaJanuary 27, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    You guys are made for each other. A kala tikka moment!!!

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  54. LiveLoveDressupJanuary 28, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    You have a tattoo??

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  55. SusannaJanuary 28, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    Wow, what a beautiful Saree! And I love the jewellery you are wearing with it! How much does an outfit like this weigh?

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  56. hamaarethoughts.comJanuary 28, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    fablous!tanvii..gr8!!

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  57. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    Ah this is the first time I've seen a specimen of this famous saaree. Do you really reckon the embroidery is real gold?

    You look stunning Tanvii!

    Love

    Tashrin - A Toronto based personal style blog

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  58. Killer DramaJanuary 29, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    arrey wh wah wah wah :) i love the color of your saari Tanvi!!! looks fab on you. very cute pictures with hubby in mirror hehehe..love the last 3

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  59. RaeyJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    tanvi this is your prettiest pic till date..the polka dotted kanjeevaram is gorgeous! I always thought kanjeevarans are meant for aunties but you totally changed my mind! & the last 2 pics are so adorable!! I loved your expressions..its so cute!

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  60. Overlooking MississippiJanuary 30, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    wow Simply gorgeous! you and the saree :) I've always loved kangeevaram's, timeless..

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  61. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    You look BEAUTIFUL!

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  62. LinhyMarch 7, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    so cute!! I am crazy about india outfits!! I need to owe some! maybe once I moved to india

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  63. Sugar LaneFebruary 8, 2012 at 5:52 PM

    i'm in love with this saree! so elegant!

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  64. Diya DeySeptember 10, 2012 at 7:11 AM

    Hi Tanvi! I ahve just started reading your blogs from yesterday and trust me I got addicted. You are an excellent writer, I simply loved all your blogs. And ya one more thing... I wanted to thank you for your blog on kanjeevaram saree. I was so confused with what jewellery would go with it and here you came with your (blessing in disguise) blog.
    I am eagerly looking forward to more blogs from you. Keep smiling and all the best! :-)

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