Sarees know how to walk their way into a woman’s wardrobe. They are certainly the most preferable type of clothing by Indian women making up as much as 30% of the total textile industry. This is because it is an elegant attire that can be styled in a variety of ways and used for different kinds of functions from festivities to Mehendi, wedding ceremonies, birthday events, sangeet etc.

Sarees bring out the ethnic glamour of the Indian woman and can be styled to make her look modern while still looking traditional. A simple saree can make a woman look elegant. However, there are more expensive sarees depending on the type.

Types of Indian Sarees

There are more than thirty different types of sarees available in India. Some of the most common are the Banarasi Silk Saree, Kasheeda Saree, Khun Saree, Batik Print Saree, Chanderi Saree, Patola Sarees, Pattu Sarees etc.

Depending on the type, they can range from very affordable to highly expensive. As a matter of fact, in 2008, The Vivaah Patu, an Indian silk Saree entered the Guinness World Records as the most expensive Indian silk saree in the world when it was sold at Rs. 3, 931, 627, amounting to 40 lakhs. Now that is certainly expensive.

Most expensive Traditional Indian Sarees

Some sarees certainly have a gorgeous and exquisite weave and we have here listed five of the most expensive types of Indian Sarees 

1. Banarasi Saree

Originating from the oldest living city of Varanasi, the Banarasi Saree is one of the finest sarees in India. It is known to have gold and silver zari work, intricately designed embroidery and comes in four different varieties with the silk variety being the most expensive.

2. Kanjeevaram From Tamil Nadu

The Kanjeevaram sarees are made from traditionally woven silk which is found in the Kanjeevaram locale. It is quite popular due to their brightly coloured fabrics and texture. They

3. Kasavu Saree

This saree has a thick golden border woven with threads of real gold which makes it unique and expensive. It is at times known as the Settu saree. However to keep up with the advancing age, newer varieties include colours and artificial threads

4. Paithani Saree

Originating from Aurangabad in the Indian state of Maharashtra, the Indian handwoven silk saree features a zari border, ultra-fine motifs, and a recurrent peacock design. The embroidery is what makes it expensive.

5. Sambalpuri Saree

This is a unique kind of saree that features a dyed thread that is handwoven delicately. The dye gives the weave a shiny and radiant color that cannot fade.

6. Bomkai Saree

Originating from Odisha, the bomkai Saree, also known as the Sonepuri silk, is a fine work of art. It is made up of ikat, expensive embroidery, and intricate thread work. It is found in both silk and cotton variety

7. Muga Silk Saree

The Muga Silk Saree originates from Assam. It is made by the unique quality of silk obtained from the larvae of silkworm Antheraea assamensis which is only found in Assam. The silk given off has a very bright and durable texture

What makes Indian Sarees Expensive?

It goes without saying that what determines the cost of the saree is primarily the materials that go into its making. The embroidery involved, type of thread, and craftsmanship have also been shown to contribute to the expensive cost of some sarees.

Sarees bring out the beauty and tradition of the Indian woman and investing in an expensive Indian saree is not out of place as occasions and festivities will demand it and such clothing will only serve to increase the elegance and poise of the woman.