: Born from a 17th-century tie-and-dye tradition, these lightweight fabrics are now used for everything from sarees to contemporary shirts and handbags.

: A global hub for knitwear, exporting 56% of India's knitwear products.

E-commerce has had a significant impact on the Tamil textile industry, making it easier for consumers to purchase traditional textiles online. Many Tamil textile shops now have e-commerce platforms, allowing consumers to browse and purchase fabrics from the comfort of their own homes.