Patan Patola

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About Patan Patola

Patan Patola is among the world's most complex weaves — a true double ikat where both warp and weft are resist-dyed to align into a flawless reversible pattern. A single sari can take months, made by only a handful of Salvi families.

Region of origin
Gujarat
GI registration
Patan Patola
Materials
silk; natural-dye
Techniques
double-ikat resist dyeing
HS code (customs)
5007

How it’s made

double-ikat resist dyeing

The makers

Crafted by Salvi weaver family of Gujarat.

Why “GI-tagged” matters

Patan Patola is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Patan Patola”. 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.

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