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		<title>Utsav-Best shop for ethnic &amp; traditional clothes lover</title>
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		<dc:creator>UTSAV</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are several reasons why a person chooses to shop and support certain retail stores. Some shoppers want quality, others want value, others want cheap prices and then there are other people who want all of those things. We have developed a loyal customer base because we offer the consumer what they want and need. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 10pt"><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;"><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1067" title="cottonsaree" src="http://www.utsavdirect.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/cottonsaree.jpg" alt="cottonsaree" width="200" height="200" /></a>There are several reasons why a person chooses to shop and support certain retail stores. Some shoppers want quality, others want value, others want cheap prices and then there are other people who want all of those things. We have developed a loyal customer base because we offer the consumer what they want and need. We have built a traditional fashion business by identifying the preferences and personal goals of traditional consumers. We have also established a designer fashion business by offering understandable fashion trends in a unique way. Both Businesses are important and both have been important ingredients in the growth of our store.We are an Indian wholesaler, retailer and exporter of women’s fashion apparel and accessories. The company was built on quality, value and exceptional service. Those business traits are deeply embedded into our associates who keep the business fresh with innovative ideas and new fashion designs, as well as our customer service department, who are always available for a live chat or for phone support. When it comes to offering the finest selections of traditional as well as fashionable <a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/newarrivals.asp?cid=1"><strong>Sarees</strong></a><strong>, </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/newarrivals.asp?cid=3"><strong>Salwar Kameez</strong></a><strong>, </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/newarrivals.asp?cid=2"><strong>Lehenga Choli</strong></a><strong>, </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/newarrivals.asp?cid=6"><strong>Indo Western Dresses</strong></a><strong>, </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/newarrivals.asp?cid=5"><strong>Jewelry</strong></a><strong>, </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/footwear/index.htm"><strong>Handbags and Shoes</strong></a><strong>, </strong>as well as<strong> </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/homedecor/index.htm"><strong>Home Décor </strong></a>items, there is not another company anywhere in the world who is more focused and dedicated to providing the best value and quality to the consumer. Every item meets the quality and value specifications that have made us no.1 in ethnic and traditional fashion.</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;">We are a big company, but acts like a small company when it comes to delivery and service. In fact We c can deliver anywhere in the world within 48 to 72 hours, which in the custom fashion business is a major accomplishment. We have free shipping within India and items purchased from the 2009 Collection also qualify for free shipping. Finding the right ethnic look for our fashion customers is the everyday goal for our design team. No company has a larger selection of Sarees, Salwar Kameez or Lehenga Choli’s anywhere in the world. We give our guests the option to shop by color, or by design. You can also shop by price, fabric, season and occasion. The ethnic fabric selection is incredible. Our collections of Sarees are made in Silk, Chiffon, Satin, Cotton, Net and Georgette and they start at less than $25. There are over 36 color choices. We give you a breakdown of the best selling Sarees, as well as <strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/sale.asp?cid=1">Sarees on sale</a></strong>. You can even find the top reviewed, top rated, top tagged and top viewed Sarees by clicking the mouse.</span></div>
<div><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;">The traditional offerings don’t end with <a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/saree/index.htm"><strong>Sarees</strong></a><strong>. </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/salwar/index.htm"><strong>Salwar Kameez </strong></a>and <a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/lehenga/index.htm"><strong>Lehenga Choli</strong> </a>are available in different fabrics and designs as well. Shopping for a Salwar Kameez is just as easy as shopping for a Saree. There are over 30 color selections and the perfect Salwar Kameez can be found by shopping by price, season, occasion and fabric. Lehenga Choli’s are offered in twelve different colors and the fabric selections are Net, Satin, Crepe, Silk, Georgette, Faux Georgette and Chiffon. Lehenga Choli’s start at less than $100 and some designer Lehenga Choli’s are over $1000 and worth every penny. The <a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/indowestern/index.htm"><strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">Indo Western Dress</strong> </a>category has been a big success. These dress designs are a blend of Eastern ideas and Western designs. Indo Western Dresses are ethnically inspired and include looks like V Neck Dresses, Halter Necks, Cowl Neck, High Neck Ruffle Dresses and French Knot Dresses. There are Evening Dresses, Spaghetti Dresses and Keyhole Halter Dresses. All of the dresses in the Indo Western Collection are available in over 20 twenty colors and each style makes its own fashion statement. Our Indo Western Dress Selection attracts consumers of all ages, because of the styling as well as the price. There are over 519 items in the Indo Western Category.</span></div>
<div><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;">The <strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/accessories/index.htm">Accessory</a> </strong>Category is filled with great traditional as well as ethnic items. Traditional <strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/category.asp?cid=11&amp;type=Shawls">Naga shawl</a>s</strong> from Nagaland are known for their squares, stripes and bands. Every shawl is unique and is rich in color and design. Other Accessories include <a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/category.asp?cid=11&amp;type=Belts"><strong>Indian belts</strong></a><strong>, </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/category.asp?cid=11&amp;type=Brooches"><strong>Indian Brooches</strong></a><strong>, </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/category.asp?cid=11&amp;type=Scarves"><strong>Indian Scarves </strong></a><strong>and </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/category.asp?cid=11&amp;type=Wallets"><strong>wallets</strong></a><strong>,</strong> as well as <a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/category.asp?cid=11&amp;type=Bracelets"><strong>Indian Bracelets</strong> </a>and<strong> </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/category.asp?cid=11&amp;type=Blouses"><strong>Indian Blouses</strong></a><strong>.</strong></span></div>
<div><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;"><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/footwear/index.htm"><strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">Handbags and Shoes</strong> </a>are a great find on our website. The Handbag Collection is diverse in design and materials, which means there are traditional looks as well as ethnic looks in the collection. The Handbag Collection includes The Bucket Bag, Hobo Bags, Messenger Bags, Silk Bags, Tote Bags<strong>, </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/category.asp?cid=10&amp;type=Bags&amp;stype=Clutch%20Purses"><strong>Clutch Purses</strong> </a>and<strong> </strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/category.asp?cid=10&amp;type=Bags&amp;stype=Vintage%20Purses"><strong>Vintage Bags</strong>.</a> There are embossed bags, multi-colored bags, woven bags, sequin bags, beaded bags and fancy stitched bags. The color assortment includes over 20 colors of leather and fabrics.</span></div>
<div><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;">The Shoe Collection is a special treat. The sizes start at U.S. size 5 to a size 14, which includes whole and half sizes. The <strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/category.asp?cid=10&amp;type=Footwear&amp;stype=Sandals">Sandal</a> </strong>collection is extensive and includes several versions of the Indian Toe Sandal, which has become a classic around the world. The leather sandals come in several colors and most of them have padded socks and insoles. The Mojaris styles in the Shoe Collection are colorful and versatile. There are Mojaris for dress, as well as for casual wear and they are made with different heel heights and upper stitch designs. Some of the Mojaris are embroidered, others are hand stitched and others have beads and sequins on their vamps.</span></div>
<p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;">The Home Décor Section is filled with colorful <a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/category.asp?cid=12&amp;type=Paintings&amp;stype=Madhubani"><strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">Madhubani Paintings</strong> </a>and Embroidered <strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/category.asp?cid=12&amp;type=Wall%20Hanging">Wall Art</a></strong>. Our Home Décor Section includes Acrylic and Oil Paintings, as well as Tanjore Paintings. The Tapestry reflects the beauty and the culture of India and the Madhubani Paintings are a colorful group, which describes India’s spiritual and cultural journey. The wonderful history of India is exhibited in the artwork of this special country and we capture the essence of that specialness in our Home Décor Selections.</p>
<div><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;">We are ready to serve the traditional, as well the ethnic guest. There are no printed catalogs. There are no surprises as far as hidden fees and the special offers are listed on different pages on the website, as well as in the Sale Section. We guarantee our products and have a return and replacement policy that is posted on the website. We also insure each shipment at no extra cost and there is a free alternation facility available. Plus sizes are available and we will customize an item to suit your taste. There’s no better company when it comes to offering traditional and ethnic fashion designs, which are unique as well as diverse. We are open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day so you can shop at your convenience. All credit card sales go directly to the credit card company, so our website is hacker safe and consumer friendly.</span></div>
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		<title>Bandhani from Jaipur</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 31 May 2007 18:46:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Utsav</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Lehnga Choli]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Sarees]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fashion Wear]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bhandhni is different from patola as the tye and dye process is done after the fabric is woven. Tye and dye fabrics of bhandhni&#8217;s are popular among the women of gujrat, khatiavar, rajasthan and sindh. It is called pattern dyeing(resist method of printing) which is one of the most preventive method of printing. 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/products.asp?type=Embroidered"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1673" title="bandhani-saree" src="http://www.utsavdirect.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/05/bandhani-saree.jpg" alt="bandhani-saree" width="150" height="150" /></a>Bhandhni is different from patola as the tye and dye process is done after the fabric is woven. Tye and dye fabrics of bhandhni&#8217;s are popular among the women of gujrat, khatiavar, rajasthan and sindh. It is called pattern dyeing(resist method of printing) which is one of the most preventive method of printing. </strong></p>
<p><strong>Part of the fabric is dyed and dyed with the dipping method, rubia, silk, linen and cotton threads are used for dyeing the material. Thickneess of the thread depends on the thickness of the fabric. In rajasthan usually women are engaged in doing this work. </strong></p>
<p><strong>The utility items made of this methodare dupattas, kurta&#8217;s, turbans, quilts, ghagras, sarees. Also cusion covers, table mats, covers are quite popular. Colors used in bhandni are very bright and multi coloured which are auspicious and are known as a symbol of youth and romance.The designed are based on the shapes of animals, birds, flowers, dancing figures etc. </strong></p>
<p><strong>Sometimes dots are grouped together to form a design. These are called ek bhandhni, dupattas and lehngas are made on both silk and cotton. There are four methods of tye and dye</strong></p>
<p><strong>BHANDNI:Dyed with tyeing different knots.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       SEUO BHANDNI:Stitching method                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  DO RUKNA:Dipping method.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             MULTI COLOR: The traditional colors are usually red, green, yellow, blue and black with white range of combination possible with their huge. Lehariya, veer bhatt, mountain designs, kute design, doll design, dana pattern are some of its designs. </strong></p>
<p><strong>Traditional bandhani sarees at <a href="http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/search.asp?keyword=bandhej+sarees">http://www.utsavsarees.com/pages/search.asp?keyword=bandhej+sarees</a></strong></p>
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