Kerala, known as 'God's own country', has its own textile tradition. The elegant Kerala Saree is unique for their offwhite colour, texture and golden borders. Traditionally women also wear a two piece cloth named 'settu mundu' when worn, exactly look like a saree. Men in Kerala wear Kasavu mundu or dhoties during festive occasions. This light pure cotton handlooms edged with golden thread is some times touched with contrasting bright colours.