Born in the holy city of Varanasi, the Banarasi silk is one of the exquisite types of sarees from India.  The regal charm it exudes makes it a prized possession in one’s wardrobe. Popularized during the Mughal era the sophisticated weaving techniques, splendid embroidery, and the fine zari work of a Banarasi have never gone out of fashion ever since its birth. The ever-in-demand Banarsi has evolved over time to suit the needs of modern women and continues to dominate the ethnic fashion scene. The Sona  gives silver and gold highlights to the Banarasi weave is a renowned technique that has withstood the test of time. This painstaking technique enhances the timelessness of a Banarasi by manifolds. In this saree, the Alfi work is extensively used in the body and the pallu to highlight the Leheriya or the wave pattern. The buttery soft Katan silk fabric gives the saree a lustrous look and makes it a fuss-free drape. The pastel color combinations and Zari highlights give a luxurious touch to this saree. SILK MARK CERTIFIEDThis saree is ready to wear with fall and pico done. Handmade silk tassels adorn the pallu and add more grace to it. An unstitched blouse fabric is included.*Note: There may be minor variations in the shade, the texture of the product. Hues/textures show differently due to variations in screen settings and other factors,*Note: This is a handwoven saree and there may be slight inconsistencies such as in it's weaving. These are characteristic of handmade products and attest to their originality and are not considered as defects.