Patan Patola Sarees

These sarees are now more accessible due to the advances in technology giving rise to digitally printed patola sarees, making them affordable. Patola saree online has been a growing trend attracting attention from around the world for its intricate designs and sophisticated and elegant look.

Origin of Patan Patola Sarees

The word Patola is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Pattakulla’, which means a silk fabric. Although patola has strong connections with Gujarat, the earliest mentions can be found in Southen parts of India as per the religious text, Narasimha Purana. The scripture mentions women wearing it for holy ceremonies.  

There are three families in Patan that weave these prestigious patola sarees. It can take six months to one year to make one saree due to the extensive dying process where each strand is dyed separately before being woven together. Patola sarees were woven in Surat, Ahmedabad and Patan. 

Designs and style in Patan Patola Sarees

There are many styles and designs when it comes to Patan Patola sarees. The different styles that developed over the years in different parts of the country. Some of the interesting styles include:

Kanjivaram Patola Fusion Sarees: Imagine the beautiful colours of patola with the amazing rich shine of gold zari in Kanjivaram sarees. This beautiful Kanjivaram Patola style is one of the many contemporary designer saree styles that have become a popular style in recent years. These Patola semi-silk sarees are a great display of the beautiful mix of different designs to create something new.

Double Ikkat Patan Patola Sarees: The beautiful Patan Patola saree with double ikkat weaving is one of the more popular styles. The sarees have beautiful colours and the double ikkat design gives them that elegant edge. These beautiful sarees are worn by brides and women on special occasions.

Banarasi Patola Fusion Sarees: The beautiful blend of golden zari of banarasi saree the colourful and complex patola designs creates a perfect look. The shine of the gold zari along with so many beautiful colours and designs is the new twist on the traditional banarasi sarees and patola sarees. These patola semi silk sarees look amazing for traditional events like weddings and festivals

Cotton Patola Sarees: If you are one of the people who wished they could wear a Patan patola saree every day then cotton patola sarees are the perfect choice for you! The beautiful patola designs on the soft cotton fabric are a great innovation that makes the patola more accessible and better for use.

Patola sarees can be styled in various ways to create different kinds of looks for different occasions, these styles include different colours, types of jewellery and draping styles 

The black patola saree with human and animal motifs with hints of red and green looks amazing when worn in a Gujarati style drape. For brides today you go for a white blouse with golden zari work on the borders that elevates the bold motifs on the saree. If you choose to wear the traditional seedha pallu style for wedding functions, you can always pair the antique jewellery in gold to create the perfect look.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is patan patola saree? 

Patola sarees are double ikkat woven sari,  made from silk, these sarees come from Patan, Gujarat in India. It was worn by the Royal families in the past and also it was too expensive. These saris are popular among the rich and were worn by royalty in the 19th century. 

What is so special about Patan patola?

Patan Patola Sarees have a beautiful array of colours and complex geometrical designs that makes the sarees unique. The vibrant colours and designs are unique compared to other styles, one more thing that makes the sarees unique is that they look the same on both sides.

Which city is popular for patola?

Patola Sarees come from the town of Patan in Gujarat. The sarees are also produced in major towns like Ahemdabad and surat due to their high demand when comes to digitally print patola sarees.

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