‘Kalamkari’ – the word literally translates to art with a pen. This art form was born to illustrate stories that could be carried around on a canvas. In contrast to being painted on stone structures or the walls of historic monument. This form of painting involves earthy colours such as green, brown and black, and designs such as leaves, trees and flowers. Consequently, today the fashion industry rightly recogises Kalamkari. Moreover, the outfits with Kalamkari designs give you the perfect balance of ethnic elegance and modern charm. You will find Kalamkari art done in Srikalahasti of the Chittoor district, and Machilipatnam of the Krishna district in Andhra Pradesh.