The Banarasi sari, woven in Varanasi with gold and silver zari brocade, is the queen of Indian bridal weaves. Mughal-influenced floral 'buti', jangla vines and intricate 'kadhwa' motifs can take weeks to a year on the handloom.
- Region of origin:
- Uttar Pradesh
- GI registration:
- Banaras Brocades and Sarees
- Materials:
- silk; zari (gold/silver thread)
- Techniques:
- brocade weaving; kadhwa; jangla
- HS code (customs):
- 5007
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About Banarasi Silk
The Banarasi sari, woven in Varanasi with gold and silver zari brocade, is the queen of Indian bridal weaves. Mughal-influenced floral 'buti', jangla vines and intricate 'kadhwa' motifs can take weeks to a year on the handloom.
- Region of origin
- Uttar Pradesh
- GI registration
- Banaras Brocades and Sarees
- Materials
- silk; zari (gold/silver thread)
- Techniques
- brocade weaving; kadhwa; jangla
- HS code (customs)
- 5007
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Varanasi weavers of Uttar Pradesh.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Banarasi Silk is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Banaras Brocades and Sarees”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.
Buying Banarasi Silk — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Banarasi Silk pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Banarasi Silk piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- Is this Banarasi Silk authentic and GI-certified?
- Yes. Banarasi Silk is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Banaras Brocades and Sarees”). Every order ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity and a QR code to verify its maker, region and GI status.
- What does an authentic Banarasi Silk piece cost?
- Handmade Banarasi Silk typically ranges from ₹3,000 to ₹3,00,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Banarasi Silk piece?
- Keep Banarasi Silk out of prolonged direct sunlight and damp, and dust it gently. Because each piece is handmade from natural materials, slight variations are part of its character.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin