Asha Gautam Presents Masterpieces Collection Series 2021

The first in this series is a collection of Paithani sarees and lehengas. Taking inspiration from nature and its elements trying to spread the message of love and positivity towards the otherwise disrupted nature. Each piece of this collection is handcrafted for months signifying the hardship and care. The vibrant colors like pink, green yellow magenta and beige interlaced with gold and silver zari are creating a magical nature feel. The motifs are taken from nature not so around us but what we dream of- the blue skies, the greener grass, the animals and pretty butterflies and birds adorning the sky.

The collection resonates with the seasons of nature with fabrics ranging from silk to organza and tissue. The collection is a message of preserving the beauty of nature and spreading positivity and happiness. The designs are not restricted to only heritage and royal look but are also an amalgamation and juxtaposition of playfulness and happiness with aristocracy.

“Paithani as a craft is very close to our hearts, as every piece is like a canvas to our minds and takes a lot of effort and care. We want the ardent lover of craft and textile to get something different every year at the same time we don’t want to take away the natural essence of Paithani weave. We also want Paithani to be relevant to all generations and become a timeless piece in all seasons. We have merged techniques and fabrics like Paithani applique on organza skirts and paired with light playful organza blouses which is adding to its appeal.” says designer Gautam Gupta.

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Paithani sarees – A quintessential for Indian weddings

 

The weddings in India are a not just an occasion but a grand celebration. Families start savings from the time there is an extension in the family. The whole planning of life revolves around the career and the settling of the kids. We as a country still have hands on approach when it comes to arranging affairs of the wedding in our families. All the struggles, sacrifices and planning is done just to ensure that when the wedding happens then there is no stone unturned to make it grand.

Emotions are high and there is intent to make everything special right from the decor to food to invite to jewellery and off course the clothes. When it comes to clothes the first few things that come in mind is the brides red embroidered lehenga, the cocktail gown and the twirling lehenga for sangeet.

Undoubtedly these have become a must as far as clothes but what has been a treat to the eye is the way sarees have comeback as a strong preference for everyone in the family. The hand woven sarees represent ultimate luxury for the family and amongst all option one cannot deny that Paithani sarees in India is one of the finest weave. 

The Paithani saree which takes from three months to seven months in making is one of the most alluring weave in the world. The design innovation in the weave has made the Paithani saree more aspiring and elegant. The first family of the bride or groom want to feel special too and they prefer wearing something which makes them look different from the entire gathering. 

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The zari jaal pattern in Paithani sarees has connected with the sister and the mother of the bride and pairing it with a belt, embellished blouse and sometimes a dupatta make it more enriching. The Paithani saree is even recycled and up cycled by missing up its Border and Palla with some other textile. 

Some mothers or sisters who love layering even pair it with a lehenga or make a saree into a lehenga. The Paithani sarees is now the ultimate luxury in sarees and is preferred in every wedding be it intimate or big fat. Even during lockdown when the gathering was restricted to hundred the urge to wear a Paithani saree was quite high. The classic feel and the heirloom pieces such as Paithani is an investment and not an expense.

At asha gautam a client gets spoilt for choice when it comes to exclusive Paithani sarees and various permutation and combinations one can pair it with. The choices of colours and pattern make it easy for the client to pick their favourite.

 

Paithani sarees : So regal and so real!

 Known as one of the most elegant weaves for sarees, originally from Maharashtra, Paithani sarees are a popular regional attire worn by the women of India. The signature motifs such as variations of the peacock on the pallu and oblique squares on the border are the identifying features typical to Paithani. These sarees tend to incorporate a kaleidoscope of colors that makes them strikingly visually attractive. A Paithani Saree is considered as one of the most unique drapes because of the way it is worn throughout the country.

Choice of the rich and the famous

Generally, yarns of a single color are used in the warp across the length of the saree, and different colors are used in the weft i.e. along the width to form intricate motifs giving the composition a kaleidoscope effect. Yet another specialty of the saree is that it is made of authentic silk mixed with traces of gold zari. The richness of the material and the intricacy of designs take hours of arduous labor and skills making Paithani one of the costlier choices. As a result, Paithani has grown to become a symbol of wealth. 

Because this form of saree originated in close proximity to the famous Ajanta caves of India, one can easily spot Buddhist influence on the craft. Variations of motifs such as Buddha sitting on a lotus is used extensively in this particular craft. Each piece is designed with impressive attention to the details, which can be easily spotted in as much as one glance of the Saree. Everything from the body to the blouse is a piece of art. 

Paithani has a regal air to it and only gets better with time. It’s an heirloom piece handed from one generation to the next. There are three distinct types of Paithani sarees classified on the basis of their color. The Kali Chandrakala is completely black and has a red border to it. Raghu, perhaps the most popular of the Paithani has parrot green as the hero color. Shirodak is a pure white Paithani. There are several other classifications according to the motifs and weaves. 

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How to style your Paithani saree?

Paithani being a symbol of elegance and wealth commands graceful and superlative styling. We recommend you pair a heavy piece of Indian jewelry with this attire for formal occasions and events. Some of the most complimenting jewelry styles that go well with this garment are polki sets, Meenakari sets, and Kundan sets. Team it with a clutch or a potli to complete the look. 

You can pick your favorite styles at Asha Gautam’s flagship store in Defence Colony, New Delhi. To book your appointment, you may contact us +9198112 13124 or +919313709017 or visit our website here:  https://ashagautam.com/

Banarasi lehengas | A new age love from the traditional classics

Most of the Banarasi sarees have been a show stealer for quite some time now. At the same time, we cannot leave the lehengas behind. Imagine a beautiful intricate Banarasi lehenga that is truly timeless and has an old-world charm to it.

 

It works as a versatile outfit that looks extremely stunning to the eyes. Be it for any auspicious occasion, it can never go out of fashion! For a bride, bridesmaid, mother, etc. You can easily style Banarasi lehengas gracefully. It purely adds magic to the entire ensemble. No wonder why the authenticity and the modern twist go hand-in-hand in such outfits.

 

It is versatile and now that any jewellery piece can add the glamour factor. Well, it goes without saying that it remains timeless! The craft of exclusive Banarasi lehengas in India is meant to be used time and again.

 

Asha Gautam has some amazing and regal Banarasi Lehengas in Delhi that can be spotted in her flagship store at Defence Colony, New Delhi. All their traditional outfits are perfect for freezing the eyes. From rich hot pink to greys and golds to, to vintage oranges, all the intricate designs rule the traditional wear.

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The Zari work on these outfits has a festive look. It can easily be matched with the ongoing trends of the wedding world. You can easily think of a hundred ways to style them with many outfits. The best part is that they can be easily found anywhere. 

It can be of multiple colors that could play with a monochromatic theme. Or it can be the iconic outfit that will look perfect on the D-Day. you can always make a style statement with the help of these ancient fabrics. The signifier timeless charm and will definitely make all the heads turn on your big occasions.

  

We cannot deny the beauty and the grace that it carries. It is totally unmatchable! The beautiful and opulent silk fabrics are embroidered with silver and gold threads in order to give them a royal look of the nawabs. Sure, if you’re thinking to wear a Banarasi bridal lehenga which is not too heavy or not so light but absolutely perfect; then this is your go-to! 

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Banarasi Lehengas in India- A Royal Outfit

A banarasi lehenga is made in Varanasi and is considered to be the finest and royal lehenga. The best banarasi lehengas in India are popular for their fine silk, silver brocade, opulent embroidery with silver, zari and gold. The outfits come with finely woven silk, engraved or decorated in intricate designs.

Varieties of Banarasi Lehenga

There is a wide variety of banarasi lehengas. The most popular amongst are silk, pure silk, organza and zari. They are famous since ancient times till today. Apart from this, there are other varieties depending upon the design process. Some of them are like cutwork, tanchoi, jana, tissue and butidar. They keep on changing according to the recent fashions. Sometimes one is trending Or sometimes the other. However the charm of Banarasi lehengas never sheds away.

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High quality and royal outfit

Although the banarasi Lehengas are famous, still you must ensure that the quality is high. Here are some of the tips which you can look into while purchasing for Banarasi Lehengas in India.

• You must check out for the floats. Reverse the fabric and see if there are floats between the grids. If there are no floats that means that the outfit is probably fake or machine made. 
• Banarasi Lehengas are often made of pure silk. So as to ensure that the silk is pure, there are various tests to check it's purity. One of the most cheapest and effective methods to test id burning the thread. Therefore, you can just take out a thread from the inside or corner part and just burn it. Once, the thread is burnt, there would be an ash like smell. There are some outfits made of cheap Chinese silk, so you must be cautious of them. They smell the same! It is recommended that you buy your outfits from  the most reputed store like Asha Gautam.

Banarasi lehengas and sarees are part of Indian bridal outfits. They give you a traditional and an elegant look and the prices of these outfits solely depends on the design,  work and base. The shade of your Lehenga greatly determines the outlook and the personality, therefore you must choose the colors wisely.