Banarasi Tissue · Wholesale

Banarasi Tissue Sarees

A whole saree that catches the light. Woven-in shimmer that still wears feather-light.

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🧵 Pure silk 🏭 Woven in Varanasi 📦 MOQ 15 pcs 📋 GST invoice ⚡ 24-hr dispatch

At a glance

Texture

Shimmery, smooth

Weight

Lightweight

Best for

Bridal & festive

Origin

Varanasi

About the weave

Where tissue gets its all-over glow

Tissue is the saree that glows rather than glitters. Instead of zari sitting only in the motifs, fine metallic thread runs right through the weave, so the entire field shifts and shines as it moves. It manages to look opulent while staying genuinely light, which is why it has become such a favourite for brides who want a second, easier outfit and for festive dressing that lasts a full day. For a boutique, tissue is an aspirational line that still wears comfortably, and the shimmer reads beautifully in photos and under evening light.

The craft

How Banarasi Tissue Sarees is made

The shimmer is structural. Where most sarees use silk for both warp and weft, a tissue saree carries a fine zari or metallic thread as the weft, woven across a silk warp, so light bounces off the whole surface and not just the booti. Weavers often add small kadhwa motifs or fine borders on top, and a rangkat tissue is built by joining different coloured warp sections so bands of colour run through the shine. Because the metallic weft is so fine, the cloth stays light despite all that glint. It is delicate work; the zari has to be beaten in evenly or the surface looks patchy, which is one quick way to judge quality.

Variety

Types of Banarasi Tissue Sarees

Pure Tissue Silk

Silk warp with a fine metallic weft for all-over shimmer; elegant for bridal and formal wear.

Kadhwa Tissue

Tissue with small kadhwa motifs woven separately into the shimmering ground.

Rangkat Tissue

Joined coloured sections so bands of colour run through the shine.

Organza Tissue

A lighter organza-tissue blend with sequins or beads for parties.

For boutique owners

Styling & care your customers will thank you for

Know how to style and care for each fabric so you can guide your customers with confidence — and keep every saree in perfect condition before it reaches them.

Styling guidance to pass on

How to style Banarasi Tissue Sarees

An embellished high-neck, sleeveless or embroidered blouse balances the shine. Gold, silver and soft pastels are the easiest sells, with maroon, emerald and royal blue close behind. Suggest a Nivi or lehenga-style drape for a modern bridal look, or a belted drape for something contemporary. Keep jewellery to one statement piece so the saree stays the hero.

Care & handling

Storing, handling & care

Treat tissue gently: dry-clean only, and keep it away from water, which can mark the metallic weft. Store it flat or loosely rolled in a cotton cloth, refolding occasionally so the shine does not crack along a crease. Steam lightly rather than ironing directly, and never set a hot iron straight on the tissue. Keep it out of strong sunlight and away from perfume sprayed at close range. Aired and stored well, a tissue saree keeps its glow for years.

Wholesale terms

First order MOQ 15 pieces — mix & match

Pricing From ₹1,000 per saree

Payment 100% advance · no COD

Dispatch Within 24 hrs · pan-India

Invoice GST invoice every order

Reorders No minimum quantity

FAQs

Common questions

What gives tissue its all-over shimmer? +

The shimmer is woven in: a fine metallic zari thread runs as the weft across a silk warp, so the whole surface catches light, not just the motifs.

Is tissue suitable for bridal and festive ranges? +

Yes, its woven-in shimmer makes it a popular choice for weddings and festive collections.

Do you sell at wholesale prices? +

Yes, to boutique and shop owners, with a first-order minimum of 15 pieces.

How should it be cared for? +

Dry-clean only, keep it away from water, and store flat or loosely rolled, refolding occasionally so the shine does not crack.

Do you ship across India? +

Yes, pan-India dispatch within 24 hours of payment confirmation, with tracking.

Buy at the source · Varanasi

Tissue silk moves fast in wedding season. Reserve stock early through our wholesale saree store in Varanasi, or set up a video-call session to pick pieces live from your own shop.

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