Saree stories, styling & tradition
The Vastranand Journal
Styling guides, festive inspiration and the craft behind India's favourite sarees — from the Vastranand family to yours.
Types of Silk Sarees in India: A Region-by-Region Guide
From Banarasi to Muga: the four natural silks India produces and the famous silk sarees of every region, wi...
Kanjivaram Saree Price Guide: What You Are Really Paying For
Why Kanjivaram prices range from a few thousand rupees to several lakhs, what drives the cost, and how to p...
Banarasi vs Kanjivaram vs Paithani: Which Silk Saree Should You Choose?
Three of India's best-loved wedding silks side by side: where each comes from, how it is woven, how it feel...
Chandni Chowk Saree Shop: What to Know Before You Buy
Planning to visit a Chandni Chowk saree shop? Learn what to check on fabric, weave, bills and returns, and ...
Banarasi Saree in Varanasi: What to Know Before Buying
Planning to buy a Banarasi saree in Varanasi? Learn how to spot original weaves, compare shops, check zari ...
Pure Zari Kota Silk Sarees Online: What to Check
Buying pure zari kota silk sarees online? Learn what to check in fibre, zari, weave and listings before you...
Varamahalakshmi Silks: What to Know Before Buying
Buying varamahalakshmi silks online? Learn what to check on fabric, colour, zari, comfort and care before y...
Ladies Silk Sarees: How to Choose the Right One
Choosing ladies silk sarees is easier when you match the weave, weight and colour to the occasion. Our styl...
Jayanagar Saree Shops Bangalore: Where to Buy Sarees
Looking for Jayanagar saree shops in Bangalore? A shopper's guide to what to check, how to choose and what ...
Dharmavaram Sarees Explained: Andhra's Temple-Border Silk
Dharmavaram sarees are Andhra Pradesh pattu silks known for wide contrast borders and zari. Learn the weave...
Silk Blend Sarees: Where to Find Our Full Guide
Vastranand already has a full guide on silk blend sarees, so this topic is not repeated here. Read it for t...
Ikat vs Patola Sarees: Which One Should You Choose?
Both ikat and Patola sarees get their colour from a technique that happens before a single thread is woven:...
How to Style One Heavy Silk Saree in 3 Different Ways
Festive to Everyday: Investing in a pure Banarasi Katan silk, a heavy Kanjivaram Pattu, or an opulent copp...
