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S ince time immemorial, India is known for its handloom and cloth weaving industry. Moreover, the love affair of Indian women with handloom sarees has continued over the centuries. These precious Indian handloom sarees have been preserved and passed down to the daughter from their mother as a treasured heirloom. One such treasured Indian sarees is the Paithani Silk Saree which has been donned by Maharashtrian brides for centuries. You will not find any Maharashtrian wedding getting completed without the presence of this saree. Such is the rich tradition and culture behind the Paithani Silk. In this article, we will discuss What is Paithani Silk and the different types of Paithani silk sarees. What Is Paithani Silk? Paithani sarees are hand-crafted with some of the finest silk material. These sarees originate from Paithan – a small town in Maharashtra. One thing that sets Paithani saree apart from others is the unique weaving technique. From yarn dyeing to weaving – the entire process i...

  One of the finest silk sarees in India, Paithani sarees hold a treasured place in every Maharashtrian bride’s trousseau. A Marathi bride has a timeless charm and appeal thanks to the gorgeous Paithani sarees that come in bright colors with handwoven gold zari on its pallu and border.   Paithani sarees got its name after the town Paithan in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. With rich, ornamental zari (gold thread) pallu and border, these handwoven silk sarees are one of the most expensive sarees in India. So, before you want to buy one, make sure you know every little detail about the traditional Maharashtrian sarees . How Does Paithani Sarees Look Like? While Paithani sarees often feature butis all over, the highlight is always the border and pallu. Generally, its signature pallu features intricate peacock motifs on a golden zari fabric. Some of the most popular Paithani pallu motifs include mor (peacock), bangadi mor (bangle with four peacocks and lotus), munia/ tota-maina (parrot...

Thanks to booming digital commerce, a wave of fake Paithani sarees are flooding the South Asian and global markets. In turn, this surge is threatening the livelihood of the traditional handloom Paithani industry. But do you know how to identify a cheap, convincing lookalike? These are only a few features of a genuine Paithani saree . But since real and fake sarees are easy to confuse, the last thing you want is to waste your money on one that’s not real. Keep reading to learn the key signs of an authentic Paithani. What Distinguishes Paithani Sarees from Other Sarees? No two genuine Paithani sarees are the same because each one is handwoven.  A handmade Paithani saree’s quality is superior to that made using a machine called a “power loom.” Skilled weavers use power looms to simulate handcrafted sarees, even using the same motifs and colors. Our Blog: Paithani Saree – A Modern Twist To Traditions and where to Buy What makes a real Paithani saree unique is the weaving method, the or...