Hailing from the ancient town of Paithan, the Paithani weave is even today considered so auspicious as to be heirloom-worthy & is woven primarily by clusters of women on a traditional loom. Learn more about the history & origins of this newly revitalised weave.

The Paithani weave features some of the most iconic motifs woven with silk and zari, originally made of pure gold & copper, inspired by myth, ecology, and architecture. Find out more about the motifs that make this weave a piece of living history built over the centuries.

Styling a saree is anyone's game. Whether you prefer the traditional drape, or flow in your own rhythms, in this series we feature our favourite inspirations of Paithani draping, from books to movies to real life icons reviving historical fashion with a contemporary lens.