Maheshwari Sarees

Flaunt yourself in Maheshwari sarees

A saree will always have a special place in our hearts. Be it the fabric, embroidery work or even the colour. Sarees never fail to amaze us!

The Maheshwari saree is known for its distinctive designs. The sarees have a very rich appeal because of the zari work and the designs which have been crafted with precision. Maheshwari sarees are one of the smartest creations to date. They exemplify a modern touch to them as they are made from a fabric that has kept the saree lover in mind, These sarees exude elegance yet are designed in a way where comfort was kept in mind.

Certain Maheshwari saris have a speciality, that is they have a reversible border that is known as “bugdi”. Unlike other sarees, one can find intricate work on the saree - a style of embroidery that is extremely unique along with zari work. On the border, one would also find floral motifs which give it a feminine appeal.

The pallu of the these saree apparently has five stripes on it which is a distinguishing feature, generally, three are in one colour and the other two are in another colour which is alternating.

History of Maheshwari sarees 

The saree originated in the town of Maheshwari in Madhya Pradesh. It was when Queen Ahilya desired to give her family members and other members from the royal clan a saree that the invention of the Maheshwari saree took place, it was a saree that was one of a kind. She decided to call the best and most experienced craftsmen from Surat and Malwa. The craftsmen designed a very unique saree that left everyone astonished. The fabric, the style and the design of the saree were truly remarkable.

Initially, the Maheshwari silk sarees were made of silk, slowly craftsmen started mixing silk with cotton in order to produce a sturdy fabric that has a better appeal and is comfortable to wear. The craftsmen looked forward to giving their best while creating the saree.

Maheshwari sarees, banarasi and kanjivaram sarees are not very heavy and are easy to carry. One can go for amazing pastel coloured Maheshwari sarees or can go for bright colours. These sarees can be worn on multiple occasions, like weddings, parties or special events.

The sarees generally have a border with zari work or a silk border, it is this that gives the saree it rich appeal. One can go for cotton, silk or a mix of both fabrics. Buy Maheshwari saree as they are a must-have and will make a great addition to your ethnic collection.