Cream Floral Jaal Semi Banarasi Katan Silk Banarasi x Hand Embroidery

This Cream Floral Jaal Semi Banarasi Katan Silk x Heavy Border in Beige — curated by Palkhe by Palkhi Sarees, Mumbai's most trusted name in handcrafted Indian weaves since 1991. A piece that honours the living traditions of India's finest weavers.

Banarasi silk emerges from the ancient weaving workshops of Varanasi — a city where the art of the loom is as old as the Ganges herself. Characterised by its intricate zari work, brocade patterns, and a supple, heavy drape, Banarasi silk has adorned Indian brides for centuries and carries a GI tag as a mark of its authenticity.

The Floral Jaal running through this piece is a weave pattern of remarkable intricacy — a design that requires exceptional skill to execute and creates a visual effect that is entirely distinctive.

Zardozi — the imperial embroidery of Mughal courts — is worked entirely by hand using heavy gold and silver threads, metal sequins, and precious stones. A single Zardozi piece can take weeks to complete, each motif built up in layers of metalwork that creates a raised, three-dimensional effect of extraordinary richness.

• Fabric: Semi Banarasi Katan Silk
• Colour: Beige, Heavy Border, Contrast Maroon border
• Weave / Motif: Floral Jaal
• Embroidery: Zardozi
• Coverage: Pallu & Border only
• Embroidery Origin: Mumbai
• Length: 6.3 metres with blouse piece
• Occasion: Wedding
• Weight: Approx. 1200 grams
• Care: Dry clean only

Palkhe by Palkhi Sarees — since 1991, curating India's finest weaves for those who truly appreciate them.