Bengal Handwoven Benarasi Silk Saree

Originating from the legendary weaving hubs of Varanasi, the Benarasi saree stands as one of India’s most revered textile traditions, an art form cherished for centuries and celebrated for its unparalleled opulence. Woven meticulously on handlooms using the finest mulberry silk, the Benarasi saree embodies the grandeur of classical Indian brocade, where silk yarns interlace with zari to create richly textured patterns. Patronised historically by Mughal courts and admired across Europe and Asia for its luxurious workmanship, the Benarasi weave is defined by its exquisite brocaded motifs, floral jaal patterns, Mughal-inspired vines, lattices, and intricately woven borders each panel shimmering like a crafted tapestry of tradition and artistry.

Handwoven by master weavers with generations of inherited skill, the mulberry-silk Benarasi drapes with a regal fall and carries a luminous sheen that transitions seamlessly across both Indian and global fashion landscapes. Its modern interpretation allows you to style it beyond tradition paired with contemporary drapes, structured blouses, jackets, corsets, belts or cape silhouettes for a striking statement look. Whether you are in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Pune or Jaipur, the refined weave and brocaded detailing complement both heritage styling and high-fashion ensembles. From an elegant gala in New York to a fusion event in Paris, a cultural showcase in London, a glamorous night in Dubai or a celebration in Sydney or Melbourne, this saree radiates timeless sophistication wherever it travels.

A Benarasi saree holds a sacred place in Bengali weddings, symbolising purity, prosperity, and generational blessings. For many brides, a red or maroon Benarasi woven in mulberry silk becomes the centrepiece of the wedding trousseau, an heirloom that carries memories, rituals and familial love across decades. Timeless, elegant and deeply rooted in cultural identity, a Benarasi is more than a saree; it is a heritage garment to be cherished, preserved and passed down. With every purchase from BONGONIKETAN, you honour India’s weaving communities and help sustain a craft tradition that continues to define the essence of celebrations, artistry and legacy.

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• Picture shade may differ from the actual.
• Product may have slight irregularities because it is handmade.