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Banarasi Saree

A textile that has etched itself in history, through its evolution into the modern world since its tryst with royalty; the Banarsi Saree has come miles in history- reigning. These exquisite Banarsi weaves have remained a sign of opulence, sophistication and royalty. Motley of intricate and complex designs woven in exemplary fashion of gold and silver brocade makes this tapestry one of a kind. Crafted by the generational artisans through the years of mastery in their craft passed down through maestros that came before, preserving their lineage.

India being a land of diverse culture and textiles has more than 130 traditional weaves all unique to each with a vast history and craft attached to each. The subcontinent has attracted connoisseurs and explorers from far and beyond. With time and conditions the weaving community has reduced to a few throughout the country, but Banarasi weavers have with great effort have revived their handloom culture. And we at Frontier Raas are proud to support the cause and aid the craftsmanship from the days of yore, preserving and evolving age old hand weaving techniques.

A Handloom Banarsi saree is every woman’s First choice and over the years has become a must bridal trousseau for every bride. With a myriad of textures, designs and colours these handloom banarsi sarees can be broadly divided into two categories the traditional and the designer handloom saree.

Originating from the land Banaras proverbially known as Kashi is one of the finest weaves India has to offer with varied motifs and patterns. Those evolved with signature statement styles of those times- a confluence of Indian and Mughal era Tapestry.

 

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPE OF BANARSI SAREES

With their wide-ranging motifs, patterns, designs and fabrics that a Banarasi saree cover, they have come to classify into varied types. This sorting these weaves into specific types, only makes it fitting to sort the picks according to occasion, technique and style.

Therefore, has led to the summation of four discrete selection of sarees namely Katan, Shattir, Organza (Kora) and Georgette.

Moreover, apiece design the cataloguing finds its statement nuances in types like Jangla, Tanchoi, Cutwork, Tissue and Butidar.

 

KATAN

A type of silk that is as robust and long lasting as it is opulent, katan makes up the most exaggerated Banarasi sarees and therefore makes for a celebratory wear. A unadorned fabric woven with pure silk threads warped and further whickered impeccably, katan makes for durable and versatile sarees that maintain their robustness for a evident periods.

Apart from longevity, katan banarasi sarees are also notable for their delicate sheen and lustre making them to being primarily silk sarees. Banarasi sarees tend to be far and wide recognised as silk sarees usually worn at important occasions and celebratory festivities.

 

SHATTIR

Possibly translating Banarasi sarees more into conventional everyday fashion! Relatively,lightweight and basic when compared to the Katan, Banarasi saree. Shattirs also come about to be economical, thereby making them more within your means and as a contemporary alternative yards. Fashionable and urban, the Shattir sarees are significant in their lighter expression in both foundation and design that make them appropriate for standard use.

 

Organza (Kora)

A Classic alternative to Banarasi satin silk saree are the organza or kora designer handloom saree. Featuring elaborate to minimal zari work that come in predominant accents of gold and silver, this sheer alternative effortlessly stands out both for opulence and considerable impact of the tapestry. Luscious, soft and gleaming, the banarasis fabricated and crafted in organza fabric with meticulous zari and silk make for a statement piece of sheer elegance.

 

Georgette

Banarsi Georgette saree is one of the lightest Banarsi to exist that nonetheless make for exceptionally stunning sarees . The georgette sarees are easily amongst the most unique Banarasi because they are crafted fundamentally in a lighter fabric than what exemplify most traditional drapes in Banarsi . These robust weaves are sustainable and gorgeous at the same time.

 

Jangla

As far as design cataloguing of Banarasi sarees is concerned, the Jangla is perhaps the most apparent of them all. Held to be one of the earliest documented artifact of Banarasis, Jangla sarees come woven with colourful silk yarns and feature elaborate patterns and designs. Jangla refer to the all over jaal that has been warped - wafted densely in a full weave in its characteristic motifs. This exotic weave is most loved amongst the connoisseurs of the weave.

 

Butidar

Amongst the most admired and distinguishing types of Banarasi sarees, Butidars are also branded as the Amru Brocade sarees those come illustrated with various floral motifs which in fact borrow its names genesis.

 

Tanchoi

Crafted through weaving patterns with motley of weft silk yarns, these sarees – Tanchoi weaves are brocade that do not feature any work of zari. Intricately woven in Jamawar style paisleys or stylised cypress bootas that often elaborate into a jaal personify these exquisite Banarasi sarees.

 

Summer in Banaras

Frontier Raas brings you an exquisite collection of Banarsi Tussar sarees, Banarsi Bridal Saree, we have curated the very essence of Banaras and the generational looms that you can browse through our well assorted website. Indulge in elaborate and embellished embroidered saree, printed saree or traditional Bandhani saree for your varied occasion and festive needs for the world is your oyster.