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The Paithani sarees are woven in the Paithan region, near Aurangabad in Maharashtra.They are gorgeous silk sarees in bright colours with distinct patterns in the pallu. Royal patronage has contributed to keep the keep this saree tradition alive.
The sarees are characterised by the following:
Available at Delhi:- Nalli, Maharashtra emporium, Gujarat Emporium
Shops in Chennai:- Tulsi Silks, Nalli
Available at Bangalore:- Angadi Silks
More importantly, Paithani sarees are considered a family heirloom.Further, they have been produced for over that 2000 years.The original Paithani sarees are woven by hand. As a matter of fact, it take 1-2 months to weave a Paithni saree and more than 6-9 months to make a brocade Paithani. It is an essential item in a brides trousseau.
Vegetable dyes are used to colour the sarees. Moreover, very high quality of silk is used in the warp & the weft when weaving the saree. These sarees were worn by queens and princesses. Even today, it is included in the wedding trousseau of brides.For example, the mulberry silk for weaving the Paithani saree is sourced from Bangalore and Mysore.The zari threads are sourced from Surat in Gujarat.
In other words, the original Paithnai sarees are so beautifully woven and one cannot see any unfinished threads on the back side. Further, the Government of Maharashtra has promoted the Paithani weaving technique by skilling weavers.
A typical Paithani saree would cost Rs 12000-15000/saree approximately.
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