Paithani silk sarees were initially worn by the Maratha royal families and still follow that legacy, making them a timeless piece of elegance. Known for their unique ‘extra weft’ techniques, which require additional threads woven into the fabric to create complex designs, these usually feature nature-inspired, mythological, and traditional art form motifs, adding a unique. Paithani also includes intricate zari work that further increases the cost, whereas the weaving process is also entirely manual.

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