The peacock pallu of a Paithani, the nine-yard sweep of a nauvari — Maharashtrian sarees are heritage you can drape.
Maharashtra's signature weave is the Paithani, named for the town of Paithan on the Godavari and patronised by the Peshwas. Its hallmark is a tapestry-style woven pallu filled with peacock (mor), parrot (popat), and lotus motifs in gleaming zari, framed by the distinctive oblique-square border. The state's other icon is the nauvari: a nine-yard saree draped kashta style, tucked between the legs like a dhoti, which historically let Maratha women ride and work unhindered. Our collection centres on woven Paithani sarees in the jewel tones Maharashtra loves.
Woven Paithani sarees here start around ₹4,350, with richly patterned Paithani Banarasi soft-silk weaves reaching about ₹7,800. Prices shown are regular list prices — seasonal offers applied automatically at checkout often bring them lower.
How to Choose a Maharashtrian Saree
For a classic look, choose deep magenta, purple, or green with a contrasting zari border and a peacock pallu. Brides traditionally favour green — see our green Paithani edit — while yellow Paithanis are a favourite for haldi and Gudi Padwa. Check the pallu detail first; it is the soul of the saree.
Occasions and Styling
Paithanis shine at Gudi Padwa, Ganesh Chaturthi, weddings, thread ceremonies, and Diwali. Complete the look with a nath, green glass bangles, kolhapuri saaj necklace, and a gajra-wrapped ambada bun. Drape it conventionally for ceremonies, or kashta style for a true nauvari statement.
Explore Related Collections
Browse the full Paithani saree collection, bridal-favourite green Paithani sarees, and festive yellow Paithani sarees. For South Indian grandeur, compare Kanjivaram sarees, or shop the complete wedding edit.
Every saree includes a blouse piece and is quality-checked before dispatch, with fast delivery across India and easy returns at MySilkLove.
