How to recognize a genuine Jamdani Saree

Jamdani sarees invoke  stories with deep rooted emotions  involving artistic, historical , political  as well as emotional threads which connect  to roots in undivided Bengal.  Jamdani has always been a source of pride of Bengal and owning a Jamdani saree was a cherished dream! The ancient Muslin fabric is however no longer available but there are fascinating stories which hold the legend of the Muslin fabric together! In its most classical form Jamdani must be 100% cotton. (Mr. Saiful Islam). The thread count should be on the higher side 80-100 and the complexity of the motifs and designs determine the price of the sari as it is proportional to the cost of labor and time spent. Dhakai Jamdani prices are also related  to  the quality of the threads the weavers use. A finished product can take up to 12 weeks, depending on the designs and quality of the cotton threads used. The goal is to educate oneself to recognize a fine, light weight and quality finished Jamdani  sari. Tiapakhicollective presents exquisite, one of a kind  Dhakai Jamdani sarees - creations of an award winning  Master Weaver who has worked with many reputed designers.