Silk Dress Materials
Unstitched suit sets in handwoven pure katan silk, with motifs woven in on the loom rather than printed. Most are three pieces: top, bottom and dupatta.
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Handwoven silk dress materials in pure katan and Banarasi zari
Our silk dress materials are unstitched suit sets in handwoven silk — luminous, substantial and made for occasions that call for something special. Most are three pieces: top, bottom and dupatta, ready to tailor to your fit.
The collection is woven predominantly in pure katan silk, a tightly twisted mulberry silk from Banaras prized for the way it holds zari and falls in a clean, weighted drape. Motifs are woven into the cloth on the handloom rather than printed onto it, which is why the reverse of a good Banarasi reads almost as beautifully as the face.
A handful of listings are two-piece top-and-dupatta sets rather than full three-piece — the measurements on each product page state exactly what is included, so it is worth a glance before you order.
Because these are handwoven, small irregularities in the weave and slight colour shifts between panels are inherent to the craft. Cared for properly, a katan silk set is the kind of textile that outlasts trends and gets handed on.
Silk Dress Materials — frequently asked questions
What is included in a silk dress material set?
Most sets are three pieces - top, bottom and dupatta - all unstitched. Two listings in this edit are two-piece top-and-dupatta sets, and each product page lists its own measurements, so check there before ordering.
What silk are these woven in?
Mainly pure katan silk, a tightly twisted mulberry silk handwoven in Banaras that gives the fabric its body, lustre and crisp drape.
Are these suitable for weddings?
Yes. The zari work and depth of colour make them well suited to weddings, receptions and festive occasions.
How do I care for pure silk?
Dry clean only. Store folded in a cotton or muslin wrap away from direct light, and refold along different lines occasionally so the zari does not crease in one place.










































