About us

Our story began with two friends, two women engineers, and two dreamers who were searching for a way to reconnect with their roots through the beauty of color, texture, and tradition. What started as a quiet love for the sarees our mothers and grandmothers once wore soon grew into something deeper, a longing to bring those stories, motifs, and weaves back to life in today’s world.

At Tantuvalli, we celebrate the timeless artistry of India’s silk heritage, beginning with Kancheepuram, a town known across the world for its magnificent silk sarees and the mastery of its weavers. For us, Kancheepuram is more than a place, it is where our journey begins. From here, we continue to explore and honor diverse weaving traditions from across India, each carrying its own rhythm, grace, and story.

The name Tantuvalli holds a special meaning for us. In Sanskrit, Tantu means “thread,” representing the bond that connects the past and the present. In Tamil, Valli means “creeper,” symbolizing how tradition grows, adapts, and blossoms while staying rooted in its origin. Together, they remind us that heritage is alive, flowing gently through generations and finding new forms without ever losing its essence.

Every collection we design begins as a conversation between traditional artistry and modern expression. We work closely with skilled artisans, beginning in Kancheepuram and extending across India, to preserve the soul of handwoven silk while creating designs that speak to today’s woman. Each saree is woven with intention, carrying within it a balance of heritage, emotion, and contemporary elegance.

We believe every occasion deserves to be celebrated, and there is no moment too small or too grand for the grace of a handwoven silk saree. Our creations are made for women who embody confidence, individuality, and timeless beauty. Every Tantuvalli saree is a reflection of life’s most meaningful moments, woven with care, emotion, and artistry.

At Tantuvalli, every thread tells a story, one that connects you, us, and generations before us. Each saree is more than what meets the eye. It is a memory, a celebration, and a piece of history, meant to be worn, cherished, and passed forward with love.

With warmth and gratitude,
Akshaya & Pavithra
Co-Founders, Tantuvalli