Banarasi Mashru Silk Saree – Deep Plum Zari Woven | Handloom Varanasi

Banarasi Mashru Silk Saree in Deep Plum – Handwoven in Varanasi

Rooted in the 600-year-old weaving heritage of Banaras (Varanasi), this pure Banarasi Mashru silk saree in deep plum is a rare masterpiece of Indian handloom craft. Mashru — meaning “permitted” in Arabic — is a centuries-old silk-cotton weave where pure silk threads run on the outside and cotton on the inside, making it breathable, luxurious, and deeply rooted in Indian textile heritage. Woven by skilled Banarasi karigar on traditional pit looms, it features intricate real zari (gold thread) motifs — the hallmark of authentic Banarasi weaving — that shimmer with every drape.

Fabric & Weave Details

• Pure Banarasi Mashru silk — silk exterior, cotton interior for a breathable, skin-friendly drape
• Real zari (gold metallic thread) woven into the body and pallu
• Classic Banarasi buta motifs across the field
• Rich drape with the signature Banarasi sheen
• Handwoven in Varanasi (Banaras), Uttar Pradesh, India

Occasion

• Bridal trousseau & wedding ceremonies
• Receptions, engagements & festive celebrations
• Gifting for milestones & special occasions

Care Instructions

• Dry clean only to preserve the zari and Mashru silk
• Store folded in a muslin cloth — never plastic
• Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight

Each Banarasi Mashru saree is handwoven and may carry slight variations in motif placement — a mark of its authentic handloom origin from Varanasi.