6 Bengali Sarees To Have In Your Closest This Festive Season

You can never go wrong with a traditional red-and-cream-coloured silk saree. This one by Taneira is an off-white pure silk woven Bengali saree with tassels on the pallu. It comes with an unstitched blouse, so you have the freedom to get one stitched according to the latest trends too! Further, we love the lines across the bottom and the pallu that makes it all the more traditional and a saree we bet you’ll cherish for years to come.

Festivities are all about bright colours and sweets, and as for the bright colours, this orange Jamdani muslin saree from Six Yard Story is perfect. The technique of jamdani originated in Dhaka itself, and the tradition and intricacy of this art form is now carried and refined in West Bengal. The fabric here is a 100% handwoven pure cotton silk, with a resham weft, while the manufacturing is done by local artisans, which is always a plus in our books. With its geometrical floral motifs, and butti work all over, it will definitely brighten up your festive season.

Suta, a Mumbai-based design house, offers a wide variety of sarees using the age-old technique of weaving. The name ‘Suta’ incidentally also means ‘thread,’ which ties in perfectly with their idea of celebrating traditional weaves. This saree is made of cotton, so it’s soft on skin and comfortable to wear. It has a minimal design, a thin red border and off-white colour with stripes and a few tassel details on the ends of the pallu. Pair this with statement jewellery and a bag to take your outfit up a notch. 

For those who love neutral colours and are looking for a Jamdani saree that won’t look bland, this one from Charukriti should be on top of your wishlist! It features beautiful gold thread work which balances the monotony of the dark grey colour well without looking too on the nose. Another thing to love about this saree is the premium jamdani woven fabric, which makes it super soft and light to wear pretty much anywhere.

An embroidery practice done by rural women in Bengal that is passed down from generations, Kantha sarees usually have patterns that are geometric, floral or depict rural life. When it comes to sarees, we believe you cannot go wrong with a red and black combination. The red gives it the richness, while the black offsets it, giving you a balanced look that is festive. Our pick from Triya is a lightweight cotton one that has floral embroidery with a broad border and looks absolutely gorgeous! It is a perfect pick if you are a wedding attendee or even for a navami evening look. 

If timeless elegance is what you are looking for, you need to invest in a Baluchari silk saree. Originating in Dhaka, this weaving craft was patronised by royalty and Murshidabad became the hub for this art. This black and gold saree by Biswa Bangla is perfect for an evening out. You can dress it up or down with accessories, and are guaranteed to shine in this classic colour combination and the traditional patterns on it.