Woven for celebrations
Latika – Gadwal Paithani Saree
Cotton Silk Elegance
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Country of origin: India
Cotton and silk usually pull in opposite directions — one prized for comfort, the other for shine. The Latika Gadwal Paithani Saree blends the two into a single cotton-silk yarn, so the saree keeps cotton's...
- Cotton & Silk
- Zari weave
- Ships in 2–4 days
- Wedding & festive ready
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The details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Gadwal Paithani saree?
It is a saree that combines Gadwal's lightweight construction — a cotton or cotton-silk body joined to a contrasting silk border — with Paithani-style motifs on the pallu and border. It gives you a Paithani's visual richness at a fraction of the weight.
Is a Gadwal Paithani the same as a pure Paithani?
No. A pure Paithani is woven entirely in silk in Paithan, Maharashtra, using a tapestry technique. A Gadwal Paithani borrows the motif language but uses Gadwal's lighter body-and-border construction.
What colours does a Gadwal Paithani saree come in?
Traditional combinations pair a light body with a strong contrasting border — mustard with maroon, cream with peacock blue, rani pink with green, and parrot green with magenta are the most established. Black and grey with gold have become popular contemporary options.
How much does a Gadwal Paithani saree cost?
The range is wide. Cotton-silk and semi-silk versions like this one are the accessible end of the category; pure silk handloom Gadwals with real zari sit significantly higher. Fibre, zari type, handloom versus powerloom, and pallu complexity are what drive the difference.
Is this saree lightweight enough for all-day wear?
Yes. The cotton silk weave is breathable and light, which is the main reason people choose a Gadwal over a pure silk Paithani for long functions.
Does it come with a blouse piece?
Yes — a contrast blouse piece is included, unstitched, so you can choose the neckline and sleeve style yourself.
What is the saree length?
Approximately 5.5 meters, which is the standard single-drape length.
How should I care for it?
Dry cleaning is recommended to protect the zari and the contrast border. Occasional gentle hand wash in cold water is acceptable. Store folded in a cotton cloth rather than plastic, and refold along different lines periodically so the creases do not set.
Will the colour match the photographs exactly?
Slight variation is possible depending on your screen and the lighting the images were shot in.
Care
Dry clean only. Store folded in soft muslin, away from damp and direct sunlight, and keep perfume away from embroidery and zari.
Shipping & returns
Ready pieces ship within 2–4 business days, with free shipping across India.
Please read our shipping policy and cancellation & refund policy before ordering.
- Hand embroidered in Kolkata
- Made in small batches
- Free shipping across India
- Custom sizes on request
- Dry clean only — made to last
- Gift-ready packing
The making of Latika – Gadwal Paithani Saree
Cotton and silk usually pull in opposite directions — one prized for comfort, the other for shine. The Latika Gadwal Paithani Saree blends the two into a single cotton-silk yarn, so the saree keeps cotton's breathability while still catching light the way silk does.
The classic Gadwal Paithani weave carries the traditional detailing, while a contrast blouse — deliberately different in tone from the saree itself — adds a bit of visual play to the pairing rather than a matched, expected look. It's built to move through a full day comfortably: a morning puja, an afternoon function, an evening gathering, without the saree ever feeling heavy.
- FabricCotton, Silk
- Colour & patternPurple
Maroon saree body with black border in yellow zari, pallu rolled at the left with tassels
Every stitch, every angle
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From sketch to your doorstep
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Sketched
Every motif begins as a drawing in our Kolkata studio.
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Hand embroidered
Worked stitch by stitch by hand embroiderers — zari, dabka, pearls and sequins.
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Finished & checked
Lined, pressed and inspected piece by piece before it leaves us.
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Packed with care
Wrapped to arrive ready to wear — or ready to gift.