Chettinad sarees are basically made of cotton. This particular type of saree is admired for creating an illusion with the extensive use of colour and pattern with bold checks, stripes and contrasting tints.

The name of Chettinad saree was derived from the place where it was created. Chatinad is a small town in southern Tamil Nadu in south India and it is well known for its exclusive creation of sarees. Chettinad sarees are created in such a way that it becomes heavy and weighty. Though the sarees have an ethnic look, the thickness of this sarees have made them rare item of saree for nearly a hundred years. These sarees were woven in different vibrant hues and the artisans used silk and cotton as fabrics. In recent times, by the rise of some entrepreneurs, the saree has gained its market value afresh. Today, silk and cotton fabrics are mixed to create a fusion of design and material.

The Chettinad sarees are designed by incorporating checks of vivid colours. The traditional Chettinad sarees are found in mustard, brick red and black colours. The artisans and designers are trying to revive the lost glory of the sarees by adding modern and contemporary designs.

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