PICO AND FALLS MUST FOR A SAREE

   

Fall and pico are essential elements in saree draping. Fall refers to a strip of fabric that is attached to the inner border of the saree to add weight and structure, helping the saree drape gracefully. It also protects the saree from touching the ground and getting damaged.

 Picot (also called Pico) is a series of loops of thread done at the either ends of the saree to give it a sound finish and a bit of a volume which eases the draping method. It also prevents the lose threads from coming into existence which might happen when saree is worn and washed many times.

 Pico refers to the fine, rolled hemming done on the edges of a saree to prevent threads from coming apart at the end and to give it a neat finish.

 Embroidery that cross-stitches while opening holes is called Pico or Pico embroidery, while the embroidery that sews using zigzags without opening holes, is called Picot or Picot embroidery.

 Edging is done on both ends of the Saree, as it helps in giving a smooth edge to the drape and protects it from frayed edges.

 Fall is attached from the wrong side of the sari, and must not be visible from the outside. The Sari Pallu and the final drape leading to Pallu don't have the fall. Edging is done on the loose ends of the saree so that threads don't come out.

 Saree fall refers to sturdy cotton or terry-cotton fabric that is sewed and attached to the hem of a saree, such that it covers the initial drape and pleats area only. Fall is attached from the wrong side of the sari, and must not be visible from the outside.

 This color of fall must not appear through your saree in any way. It protects the saree from stretching and tearing. In absence of a saree fall can destroy a cotton saree in less time. It adds a bit of weight to the saree so it helps to keep the drapes in their place throughout.

 Net sarees, chiffons and georgettes should be reinforced with good saree falls. Delicate sarees like silks, ones with fragile resham edges like Banarasis and pure handloom ones must be worn, only after they have been sewed with a fall, unless you want to risk tearing the edges of your expensive sarees.

 Cotton Saree Fall: Cotton saree falls are lightweight and easy to maintain. They are ideal for daily wear sarees. Silk Saree Fall: Silk saree falls are soft and smooth in texture. They are perfect for silk sarees and other heavy sarees.

 You should redo the pico and fall of your saree every 6 to 8 months if you are wearing it on a regular basis. But if you wear a saree occasionally, then redo the pico and fall when you start observing wear & tear, fraying, or any damage.

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