Anaya is woven in Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh, home of the Maheshwari silk saree, a craft that received a Geographical Indication tag in 2010 and traces back to 1767, when Queen Ahilyabai Holkar established the weaving tradition in the town. The saree's pallu carries elaborate zari work, catching light with movement, set against the lightweight silk cotton blend the weave is known for, a texture that holds a saree's shape without the heaviness of a pure silk piece.
Anaya is handwoven, not power loom, in Maheshwari silk, a blend that combines cotton's breathability with silk's natural sheen. The zari work on the pallu is worked in by hand as part of the weaving process itself, which is why it catches light differently depending on the angle, rather than sitting flat the way a printed metallic pattern would. Every saree is handcrafted by Indian artisans in village weaving communities, and small irregularities in the weave are part of the handmade process, not a flaw.
A genuine Maheshwari saree carries a reversible border, identical on both sides of the fabric, a detail traced back to the fort architecture of Maheshwar itself. Anaya's zari pallu sits on top of that same structural tradition, giving the saree both a traditional weave and a more dressed up, occasion ready finish through its border and pallu work.
Anaya suits weddings, festivals, and formal gatherings, where the zari pallu gives enough shine to carry the saree without additional embellishment. A matching blouse piece is included with this saree. For a different take on the same weave, our Melodies of Maheshwar collection also carries Maheshwari silk two piece suit sets alongside sarees.
Maheshwari silk holds a soft, structured drape, easier to pleat cleanly than a very fluid fabric, while still comfortable enough to wear through a long day of events.
Anaya is handwoven in Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh, the only region legally permitted to use the Maheshwari name under its Geographical Indication registration. The craft was established by Queen Ahilyabai Holkar in the 18th century and remains a handloom tradition today, distinct from power loom imitations sold elsewhere.
Dry clean only. This protects both the handwoven silk cotton blend and the zari pallu from the damage that hand washing or machine washing can cause.
| Fabric | Handwoven Maheshwari Silk |
| Craft | Handloom weave with zari pallu |
| Length | 6.3 metres |
| Width | 45 inches |
| Blouse piece | Included |
| Occasion | Weddings, festivals, formal gatherings |
| Wash care | Dry clean only |
| Origin | Handwoven in Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh, GI tagged since 2010 |
Yes. Anaya is handwoven in Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh, the region protected under the Maheshwari saree's Geographical Indication tag, granted in 2010.
Yes, a matching blouse piece is included.
The zari is worked into the pallu as part of the weaving process, not printed on afterward, which is why it catches light differently depending on the angle and holds up over repeated wear.
Dry clean only, to protect both the handwoven fabric and the zari pallu from damage.
Yes. The zari pallu and handloom silk cotton weave make it suited to weddings, festivals, and other formal occasions.
Length: 6.3 meters; Width: 45 inches
Blouse piece: Yes; Fabric: Handwoven Maheshwari Silk
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Wash care: Dry clean only
Disclaimer:
1. Please note this product is handwoven by Indian weavers. There might be slight irregularities and unevenness in weave which make it an exquisite piece, proclaiming it to be completely handmade.
2. The colors seen in the image may slightly vary from the actual product due to different computer screen resolutions and displays.
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