What is Kasavu Saree?

Kerala Saree is also known as Kasavu Saree. When you say Kerala saree you immediately envision a lady wearing a cream color saree, yes thats right.. The term kasavu refers to the zari (gold thread) used in the border of the Kerala saree. When the kasavu gets added to a mundu (dhoti), it’s called a kasavu mundu. A plain saree with a simple border takes roughly around three to five days for the weaver. Ones with motifs and heavier work take longer than that. The sarees are priced depending on the time taken on its production, along with the gold used in the zari or kasavu. Our Desi Barn Kasavu are chosen from the traditional weavers of Balarama Puram.