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We capture the grandeur and elegance of these textiles in our latest collection of Banarasi Tops. The erstwhile town of Kashi has long been a center for great cultural and historical significance. Its name is synonymous with its age-old temples, fabled banks of Ganga, and the most exquisite fabrics. The famous Banarasi silks are mentioned as early as the 5th century in ancient texts - even then it was one of the most in demand fabrics all over the world.

The zari and brocade textiles that are a signature of Varanasi artisans, became particularly popular during the Mughal era, where they were preferred by royalty. Our designers have preserved the essence of Banarasi craftsmanship and put a contemporary spin on it, creating an incredible range that meets the tastes and needs of the modern Indian woman. With its vibrant colours, intricate designs, and bold silhouettes - these Banarasi Tops are an absolute must-have in every wardrobe!

Cannot get enough of Banarasi styles? Explore our larger Banarasi curation which includes traditional collections of Banarasi Dupatta, Banarasi anarkali, and banarasi top with jeans along with trendy collections of banarasi gown, Banarasi Dress , and banarasi top with skirt.

Freshen up your wardrobe with exquisite Banarasi Tops, Banarasi Skirt with Shirt Top Collection

Varanasi boasts of an artistic tradition that is as old as time. However, Banarasi silks and brocades have captured the imagination of designers, craftspeople, and wearers ever since its conception. Its intense complexity and universal appeal makes it attractive across generations and allows for endless reimaginations and variations. The glamorous and graceful collection of designer Banarasi Tops and Banarasi Skirt with Tops preserves the core of this weaving tradition in a new fashion.

This ethnic range uses traditional motifs such as Jangla, Tanchoi, Tissue, Butidar, Cutwork, and Jamdani. Jangla is a luxurious, heavily embroidered style featuring floral designs done in colourful silk threads. Tanchoi is woven with weft silk threads criss-crossing to form gorgeous kaleidoscopic patterns. Tissue Banarasi garments are woven with golden threads to give a shiny, light fabric. The Butidar style features a signature dark blue fabric woven with silver and gold threads, the juxtaposition of which is locally called the Ganga Jamuna design. The Cutwork technique removes floating threads on a plain texture, creating a light, breathable, and transparent look. Leaves, jasmine, creepers, and marigold flowers are popular motifs in this style. Jamdani uses figured muslin and silk fabrics brocaded with the cotton.

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Make heads turn with the classic Banarasi Tops, Banarasi Skirt and Shirt combination

Brocade weaving is a traditional handloom found all over in India. The technique is used in Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu and parts of Andhra Pradesh in the south, in Murshidabad and Assam in the east, in Kutch, Surat and Ahmedabad in the west as well as in present-day Pakistan and Bangladesh. However, the finest and most intricate iterations of brocaded fabrics are found in Varanasi. From being used for wedding outfits to offerings to gods to decor for a royal room, Banarasi brocades have been the preferred choice due to its premium quality and intricate designs. Even within the vast range of Indian handlooms, Banarasi brocades stand out due to the painstaking detailing and complex technique needed to make a banarasi garment.

Wondering how you can incorporate Banarasi Tops into your everyday closet? A chic and classy Banarasi Skirt and Top is the answer! For a fun and flirty look, go with a tangerine hand woven brocade banarasi skirt and top made in silk base, adorned with gold metallic thread work and cut in a scintillating shape. Dress your little one in the cutest outfit with a pink banarasi skirt in dupion, organza, chanderi, shantoon, can-can, and cotton base with tassels and select among contrasting cropped Banarasi tops with pretty cape sleeves.

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Shop the chic and contemporary range of Banarasi Tops, Banarasi Skirt Top sets & more

A standard occurrence on Indian and global runways, fashion shows, and museum exhibits - the banarasi brocade is a versatile and vivacious fashion statement. It is explored to the fullest extent through our range of Banarasi Skirt Top sets with unique colours, sophisticated embellishments, and elaborate embroidery. Be prepared to make a bold fashion statement with this delightful garment. Look like the ray of sunshine that you are in a bright yellow Banarasi Skirts Top set in a floaty georgette, organza, georgette and shantoon base with zardosi embroidery and frill. A never seen before twist on the crisp shirt with banarasi skirt made in a shirt-style silhouette in spun silk base, with a collared neckline and an understated gold border.

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