Material

Banarasi Katan Silk

Product type

Heavy Work Banarasi Silk Saree

Handcraft Work

Zari Weaving

Occasion

Wedding Wear Heavy Occasion Wear Light Occasion Wear Party Wear

Brand

Indiehaat

Ideal For

Women

Source

Handcrafted at Indiehaat

Pack Of

1

Craft & Story

Banarasi Katan silk is a premium fabric from Varanasi, known for its smooth, lightweight texture and luxurious feel. Made from pure silk threads, Katan silk sarees feature intricate zari work and traditional motifs like florals and paisleys. They are prized for their durability, elegance, and rich cultural heritage. Zari weaving is a traditional Indian technique where fine metallic threads, typically made of gold or silver, are woven into fabrics like silk and cotton. This intricate process creates shimmering, ornate patterns, often featuring floral, geometric, or cultural motifs, adding a luxurious, elegant touch to garments like sarees and shawls.