In this section, we’d like to share some of the things we love and cherish about our beautiful store – a place we regard as the home of Sarangi – a place where beauty quietly and serenely envelops you.

Peacocks at Sarangi

One of the most enduring metaphors of beauty in our country is the Peacock. Across the country, the Mor or the Mayil has captivated gods and mankind alike. Be it the ’Vahana’ of Lord Muruga or the muse for many poets and bards, or the playful feather dancing on Lord Krishna’s head-dress, the peacock has a magical appeal. Some cultures even believe that, to see a peacock in your dream represents spring, birth, growth, longevity and love. It is considered a good omen, signalling prestige, success and contentment in ones relationship or career.

At Sarangi, peacocks abound. Whether it is our Miniature peacocks that preen on the steps, the gorgeous painting that dominates the landing or the majestic one welcoming you, as you step out into the garden – our peacocks here at Sarangi announce proudly that you are at a place that appreciates and cherishes beauty.

The peacock is a wonderful symbol of femininity and it is keeping this in mind that the looms of the skilled weavers have oft been directed to emulate the beautiful bird in many ways. The form of the beautiful peacock, the elegant long neck, the gorgeous peacock feathers and even the eye of the peacock have been used to describe feminine grace and beauty. Saris that carry the peacock symbolism vary from the ‘mayil kazhuthu‘ – a colour that no colour code describes better, to the ‘mayil peeli‘ (feather) motif on borders and palavs and even the ‘mayil kannu‘ in the border.

Recently at a Chamber concert supported by Sarangi and held on our premises, the singer sang: “Maane Mayile..” – an old lyrical and romantic favourite, much to the delight of the audience. The deer and the peacock were considered the confidantes and ‘sakhis‘ of the lovelorn damsels in our lore.

Another popular belief, one that we, at Sarangi, would like to believe in more than anything else, is that the Peacock can improve your self-esteem and confidence in your own beauty. If you are feeling low, imagine the glorious, techno-colour display that the feathers of the peacock provides. This puts one in a proper mood to embrace your own beauty. In no time, you’ll be walking tall and proud as a Peacock too!

Needless to say, we love our peacocks here at Sarangi and wanted to share the joy of their beauty with you.

Nisha Rajagopal performing at "Thamarai" - Oli Chamber Concert sponsored by Sarangi - the Kanjivaram Sari Store

Sarangi’s association with Oli Chamber Concerts began in March 2012. It has been a wonderful opportunity to support an interesting movement – to revive the magic of chamber concerts in Chennai. This association began with “Manickam Vairam” – a thematic concert by Sumitra Vasudev hosted at the Rasvihar premises (also the home of Sarangi).

We were indeed happy that Sarangi and Oli were able to collaborate again to present “Thaamarai” – a thematic Carnatic music concert by Nisha Rajagopalan, accompanied by Padma Shankar and Shertalai Anantakrishnan, hosted again at Rasvihar on 29th April 2012.

The concert was a veritable treat : as Nisha presented compositions that used words, verbal imagery of kamala, thaamarai, karakamala, saroja and so on in varying contexts of ‘bhakti’, ‘mukti’ and ‘kaavya’. For the music-lovers who were present, the concert was a pleasant and memorable experience, allowing one to savour some rare kritis and sample a different concert format.

The next Oli Chamber Concert sponsored by Sarangi was held on 6th of May featured Sangeetha Sivakumar, accompanied by V V S Murari and Melakkaveri Balaji. This event too was hosted at Rasvihar and proved to be a veritable musical treat for all those present. A seasoned musician, Sangeetha shared that performing in a mic-less concert was a very refreshing experience. Performing with mikes would require the artists to continuously and consciously ensure audio/amplification quality and balance and she shared that this was an interesting variation.

Reviews and videos of these Oli Chamber Concerts are being made available through Margazhi.org.

** Margazhi.org is a platform for the culturally conscious. It is a sponsored initiative of Sarangi – the Kanjivaram Sari Store.

Kanjivaram connoisseurs of Hyderabad – it’s time to celebrate! Sarangi is back with The Magic of Authentic Kanjivarams.

Exhibition of silk saris

on Saturday, the 3rd,
Sunday, the 4th, and
Monday, the 5th of September, 2011

between 10 am and 8 pm at

Hotel Taj Krishna (Pearl Hall)
Road No. 1, Banjara Hills
Hyderabad 500034

Come, view the Sarangi collections, and claim some exquisite saris for your own.

Spread some Kanjivaram love – share this news with your friends in Hyderabad.

Some flowers for you from our garden with greetings and wishes for a beautiful new year ahead.

The mango tree, spiral staircase, and a view of the garden.

Venkat Nilakantan showcases his design vision in a select and very unique range of handwoven saris under his ‘Sins Of Aquarius’ label.

Live music , hors d’oeuvres and a transformed exhibit room will accompany this invite-only evening event.

More details to follow as we draw nearer, but in the meanwhile you can check out his pre-event website :

http://web.me.com/venkatnil/MemoriesOfAKanjeevaram/Home.html

For the first time ever at Madurai
Sarangi presents
an exhibition and sale of exclusive silk saris

on Friday, the 3rd
and Saturday, the 4th
of September, 2010

between 10 am to 8 pm

at Hotel Royal Court
4, West Veli Street
Madurai 625001

Sarangi of Chennai

as a part of Aakruthi Vastra
organised by Crafts Council of Andhra Pradesh
(affiliated to Crafts Council of India and World Crafts Council)

present a 3-day exhibition and sale of silk saris

on Thursday, the 8th,
Friday, the 9th
and Saturday, the 10th of July, 2010

between 10 am and 8 pm

at 8-3-949/1/B, Kamma Sangham Hall,
Ameerpet, Hyderabad 500073
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The Crafts Council of India (CCI) is a voluntary NGO working in the craft sector for the welfare of crafts persons and the development of handicrafts in India.

Have a passion for silk saris?

The Magic of Authentic Kanjivarams
Exhibition and sale of silk saris.

on Thursday, the 24th,
Friday, the 25th, and
Saturday, the 26th of June, 2010

between 10 am and 7 pm.

Raintree Lifestyle Store
4 Sankey Road, High Grounds,
opp Hotel ITC Sheraton Windsor Manor,
Bangalore 560052

Arguably the queen of silks, the Kanjivaram is part of the handwoven tradition of India; woven in villages near the temple town of Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu.

Sarangi presents you a range of individually dyed and handwoven Kanjivarams. Experience the sheer luxury of knowing that someone’s complete attention for days and weeks was on weaving the sari that you’re privileged to wear.

Come, feel beautiful.

The warm, sober colour of the bottle green on the body makes a striking contrast with the mustard border in this lovely saree. The border is richly woven with zari following a cross pattern . The rich pallu and the blouse are mustard as well.
Design reference no.: 01576
Price: Rs. 9155/-
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Border

Body with Border and Pallu

Pallu