Silk needn’t mean heavy. For hot Indian summers — and for the year-round warmth of places like Singapore — the right weave keeps the grace of a Banarasi without the weight.
Georgette — fluid and forgiving
Banarasi georgette is light, airy and beautifully drapey, with the zari you love on a featherweight base. It moves with you and packs without creasing badly — ideal for travel and heat.
Kora and organza — crisp and cool
Crisp, sheer kora and organza let air through and feel cool against the skin, while still holding a gorgeous shape.
Tissue — light that catches light
Tissue silk is gossamer-thin and shot with zari, so it shimmers without weighing you down — festive yet feather-light.
Keep it light all over
Pair light silks with a breathable cotton-silk blouse and a simple drape, and you’ll stay elegant and cool from morning to evening. Explore our handwoven Banarasi sarees.
Frequently asked questions
Which silk saree is best for hot weather?
Light weaves — Banarasi georgette, kora, organza and tissue — keep the look of a Banarasi while staying airy and cool.
Are Banarasi sarees too heavy for summer?
Heavy katan and kadwa pieces can be warm, but georgette, kora and tissue Banarasis are light and breathable, made for the heat.
