Regarded as the epitome of finesse and complexity, the Weaves weave migrated from Bengal to the looms in Varanasi and Tanda, evolving to the ethereal Banarasi Weaves. Weaves is derived from the Persian word Jama, meaning a rope, and dan, meaning a receptacle. The weave’s interplay of light and shadow, lends to the fluidity of the drape and adding to its textural expression.

The delicate fabric is woven with cotton yarn in the warp and weft, while zari or plain or dyed yarn is incorporated in the extra weft, creating a captivating tone-on-tone effect. The masterful assimilation of figurines, florals, and geometric patterns, coupled with the intersection of transparency and opaqueness, results in an intricate pattern suitable for angarakhas, caps, coats, tunics and other artistic creations, rather than saris.