Art silk sarees are a perfect blend of artistic design and affordability. Our art silk saree designs offer lustre as beautiful as pure silk, with an ethereal texture. At Dwarkadas Shaamkumar, we carefully craft art silk sarees for feminine beauty that suit desire, durability, quality, and a perfect shine. Our soft, featherlight art silk sarees are easy to pleat and easy to drape, making them the right choice for every occasion.

What is an art silk saree?

An art silk saree is made from a combination of many materials, not just silk. This combination includes a different mix of synthetic fabrics, such as rayon and polyester. These fabrics are designed to imitate the shine and softness of silk. An art silk saree often mimics the design and feels of a pure silk saree, but at a much lower cost.

What fabric is an art silk saree?

Art silk sarees are usually a mix of synthetic fibres like polyester, rayon, viscose, and nylon, or their blends. Mainly, art silk sarees are woven from polyester because of its durability, affordability and soft silky shine. Rayon or viscose is used because of its softness and breathability.

Art silk sarees vs pure silk sarees?

Pure Silk Sarees are true evidence of our traditions, culture, luxury, history, and heritage. On the other hand, art silk sarees are a testament to the evolution of our textiles. They speak more of comfort and functionality that go effortlessly with today’s feminine energy.

Comfort: Art silk sarees are easy to wear; however, pure silk sarees are heavier and more difficult to maintain.

Price: Art Silk sarees use blended material, which is why they are affordable. On the other hand, pure silk sarees involve a lot of craftsmanship and human labour, thus making them expensive.

Maintenance: Art silk sarees are easy to maintain because they are not made of organic material. Pure Silk sarees are hard to maintain because they are vulnerable to clothes moths, termites etc.

Durability: Art silk sarees are more durable as they are less prone to wear and ideal for daily wear, while pure silk sarees are more delicate.

Which art silk saree is best for festivals

Art silk sarees are the perfect choice for festivals as they are airy, lightweight, easy to drape and can be worn through tiring rituals. There are varieties of art silk sarees. Yet the most ideal ones for festivals are as follows:

1] Banarasi art silk sarees: Rich in vibrant colours, perfect with designs, bold Zari’s, durable and flowy at the same time.

2] Kanjivaram-style art silk: Gives a grand look and offers a heavy work on the pallu. Usually showcases floral or religious temple prints.

3] Designer art silk sarees: These lie in the modern and stylish version of silk sarees. Usually in soft pastel colour combinations and contemporary designs. Gives a soft glam touch, not overly traditional. It can also be worn for weddings, special events, and festive occasions.

4] Satin Silk Sarees: These have a soft, glossy finish, are lightweight and hug the body perfectly. Satin silks are best suited for evening and nighttime parties.


5] Printed Silk Sarees: These sarees contain vibrant colours and prints. These are flowy and easy to carry during festive chaos.

Who should wear art silk sarees?

Sarees are for all, but art silk sarees are specially designed for those who love things softer, lighter and minimal. You can wear it on multiple occasions, such as

1. Bridal: Weddings and bridal wear need to be easily carried, making art silk sarees the perfect choice as they are light, flowy, and elegant at the same time.

2. Everyday Wear: Daily workwear needs to be something featherlight and durable. Art silk sarees don’t easily wear off and are less delicate, making them an ideal option.

3. Office Wear/ Ethnic Wear: Office events or ethnic wear parties at workplaces can be slayed with art silk sarees, because of their functionality and comfort.

4. Family Functions: For the ladies in Indian weddings and family functions, art silk sarees act as the best companion. Since they can be easily draped, they are more practical and less tiring.

5. Festive Occasions: Festive chaos calls for style, elegance and ease at the same time. Art silk saree fits in perfectly for such occasions.