1. No Traders in Between
Every Chinaya piece comes directly from our own manufacturing unit and Karigars Hub in Varanasi. No traders, no aggregators, no middlemen adding margin. You pay for the craft — not the supply chain.
This Purple Raw Silk saree features a naturally textured, rustic weave that drapes with a substantial yet graceful fall. The body carries antique zari-woven Aghanya (Cow) motifs, spread across a rich purple and pink-shaded canvas, reflecting Banarasi brocade artistry. The border showcases intricately woven antique zari designs, including birds, cows, and deer patterns, while the pallu is decorated with a zigzag zari weave; comes with a matching unstitched blouse piece finished with an antique zari woven border.
Shipping : We generally** ship pan-India within 5–10 working days and internationally within 2–3 weeks. Enjoy free domestic shipping on prepaid orders above ₹5,000, and free international shipping above ₹1,00,000. Orders are dispatched Monday–Saturday; tracking details are shared via email or WhatsApp. COD is available domestically for orders up to ₹30,000.
Exchange Policy : Your satisfaction matters to us. Should you wish to exchange a product, kindly reach out within 24 hours of delivery at
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with your order details and images. Items must be returned unused, in original packaging with all tags intact, within 7 days of delivery. We offer a credit note valid for one year or exchange or same or same value product. Return shipping is borne by the customer. Customised and stitched-to-order pieces are not eligible for exchange. Exchanges are subject to stock availability.
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2. Craft Vocabulary
Every listing names the exact weave technique — kadhwa, rangkat, meenakari, jamdani, tanchoi. A buyer who understands what they own, values it differently. We don't just sell you a saree. We want you to know it.
3. Women-Led
The Banarasi trade has historically been run by men. Chinaya Banaras was founded and led by Namrata Agrawal — a woman who wears these sarees. Built with a buyer's instinct, not a trader's margin. That difference shows.
4. Generational Craft
For 48 years, we've worked with the same Banarasi weaving families — watching their children learn the loom. That continuity keeps the craft consistent in ways no new brand can replicate quickly.
5. Customisation & Stitching
From fabric to finished garment, everything happens under our roof. Our in-house tailors stitch to your exact measurements. On select designs, colour customisation is available — worked directly through our manufacturing unit.
Let customers speak for us
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Beautiful material and weaving
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Jannat
Amazing Quality
I got 3 sarees from them. All of them are totally worth the money. The colour, embroidery, fall everything is perfect. Had a great experience with their customer service as well.
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Hari Priya Kommineni
Good collection
Good quality
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sonia Vaid
Lovely art done by craftmen. 🫶
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Dr S
Beautiful material! Absolutely loved it
Texture and feel of the material was very good. Loved it
Deep Purple Raw Silk Fabric with Gold Zari Meenakari Frames
Shrimoyee Mukherjee
Absolutely amazing stuff. Have become a regular buyer!
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Saumya Goyal Agrawal
Amazing material, authentic banarsi
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Madhavi Siva
A real Banarasi sari carries centuries of craft, and you can feel it the moment you hold one. Chinaya Banaras has that feeling.
My sari is beautifully woven. The zari work is fine and even, the silk drapes softly, and the colours are rich without being loud. You can tell it was made by skilled karigars in Varanasi, not in a factory somewhere else. It was also reassuring to know the silk is Silk Mark certified.
When I wore it, [to a wedding / festival / family function], I got so many compliments, and people asked where it was from.
Thank you, Chinaya Banaras, for keeping this heritage alive and making it so easy to own a piece of it. I'll definitely be back
Madhu, tiny twig
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srishti mandaar
Stunning collection and great quality. And the founder is so friendly and open to share recommendations.
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nikhil goel
Gifted one of their Saree to my wife and she loved it. The quality is amazing and the detail to craftsmanship is unmatched. On a lighter note, now after I gifted her the Saree, I get my favourite food for dinner everyday.
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Aman Kandwal
Gifted my mom a saree from Chinaya Banaras. She absolutely loved it. The quality is top notch and so are the designs.
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Kunal Singh
One of the best gifts I ever gave my mum. She doesn't skip a beat telling everyone how I, his son, a man, has a eye on what a good saree should be like. And honestly I don't. I just picked one that the website suggested and whose colour I liked. Thank you to the people behind chinaya for letting me get major brownie points from my mum.
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bhavesh dholiya
Best quality
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rima patel
Amazing store with tremendous collection.
The designs the verity of collection was commendable. Staff was very experienced. The rates are resonable. Any day better then big names.
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Ankita Bajaj
Pink Raw Silk Saree with Banarasi Rangkat Floral Leheriya
The pink color is very pretty and the wave pattern with flowers looks so fresh.
Pink Raw Silk Saree with Banarasi Rangkat Floral Leheriya
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Yes. The antique zari motifs and purple-pink shading make it well suited to wedding functions, especially daytime ceremonies and traditional pheras where heritage styling is appreciated. For receptions, pair it with polki or antique gold jewellery and a contrast blouse. It suits women who want a wedding saree with a story rather than a purely decorative design.
Yes. It includes a matching unstitched blouse piece finished with an antique zari woven border. Chinaya Banaras offers in-house blouse stitching to your measurements via +91 7705012088. An elbow-length sleeve with the antique zari border at the cuff complements the heritage motifs. Customised or stitched pieces are not eligible for exchange.
Antique zari has a darker, aged-gold finish rather than a bright yellow-gold shine. On this purple raw silk saree, it gives the Aghanya motifs and animal border a heritage, vintage feel. A verified customer review notes the antique gold gives it a very traditional feel. Choose antique zari for pujas and heritage looks; bright gold suits high-glamour events.
Pichwai is a Nathdwara temple art tradition centred on Krishna, where cows such as Kamdhenu and Aghanya are recurring motifs. Chinaya Banaras translates this imagery into Banaras zari across sarees and fabrics. This purple raw silk saree carries Aghanya motifs in antique zari, bringing that devotional visual language into a wearable Banarasi weave.
Lean into its heritage character with antique gold temple jewellery, a traditional nath or maang tikka, and a low bun with fresh flowers. For a softer look, choose pearl and antique gold combinations. A contrast blouse in mustard, teal or deep green works well against the purple and pink shading, and keeps the Aghanya motifs visible.
Yes. The Aghanya, or cow, motif is sacred in Indian tradition, which makes this purple raw silk saree especially meaningful for pujas, Janmashtami, Govardhan Puja, griha pravesh and temple visits. Antique zari Aghanya motifs are spread across a purple and pink-shaded body, with a border of birds, cows and deer. It combines devotion with rich Banarasi craft.
Yes. Raw silk's substantial, structured drape is comfortable in the mild weather of Janmashtami through Diwali and winter functions. The purple and pink shading feels festive in autumn light. Pair with a full-sleeve blouse on cooler evenings, or a sleeveless blouse for warmer daytime pujas.
The saree has a naturally textured, rustic weave that drapes with a substantial yet graceful fall. Raw silk retains its natural gum, giving it a crisp hand and visible texture, which is a characteristic of the fabric rather than a flaw. It holds pleats well and feels structured on the shoulder, suiting formal and devotional settings.
This Purple Raw Silk Saree with Antique Zari Aghanya Motifs is a thoughtful choice. Aghanya refers to the cow, a revered symbol associated with Krishna and prosperity, and features in Chinaya's Pichwai-inspired design line. The saree places Aghanya motifs in antique zari across the body, with birds, cows and deer on the border, making it ideal for devotional events.
The border showcases intricately woven antique zari designs, including birds, cows and deer, creating a narrative frieze of animal motifs. The pallu is decorated with a zigzag zari weave, which adds movement. The body carries antique zari Aghanya motifs spread across a rich purple and pink-shaded canvas, reflecting Banarasi brocade artistry.
It is best suited for pujas, Janmashtami, Govardhan Puja, Diwali, griha pravesh, temple visits, cultural events and traditional family functions. The purple and pink shading feels festive and flattering. It is also a meaningful gift for mothers, grandmothers and anyone who values devotional symbolism alongside authentic Banarasi craft.
