★ ORIGIN AND HISTORY :\n\nProducing over 9,000 metric tons of Silk per year, Karnataka’s silk history dates back to the time of Tipu Sultan’s reign.The Silk produced in the Kingdom of Mysore was the most grossing and widely popular culture during his period.\n\n★ SOURCE OF INSPIRATION :\n\nSince Mysore silk crepe belongs to an era of ancient India, it traditionally is made of pure silk with gold Zari.Inspired by the natural ambiance and customs of the time, the Mysore silk crepe saree got a face that preserves the heritage of India.\n\nThe popular Silk from Karnataka now called Mysore Silk saw its revival in the 20th century. Now, it is the most worn kind of Silk across the country. Though there is no clear-cut explanation on how they used to produce the quality Silk or the detailing and nuances that have advanced along with technological development, the widespread adoration for the fabric has no bounds.\n\n★ FACES BEHIND FABRIC :\n\nThe shift today in the Karnataka Silk industry is apparently towards modernization. The Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation is the only factory that produces authentic silk.\n\nThe mysore silk fabric is no longer restricted to mere saree production.There exist wide ranges and colors of mysore silk shawls, stoles, scarfs, kurtis as well as Anarkali suits and pajama kurta suits worn by men.\n\n★ MAINTAINANCE :\n\nGenuine Mysore silk fabric does not wear off with one wash.It is usually dry cleaned as it needs to be carefully handled due to its soft texture.
