10 Banarasi outfits anyone can wear: From trendy sarees to chic lehengas

Banarasi sarees, timeless fashion
Banarasi sarees are timeless and make a statement every time they are worn. These days, the luxurious silk fabric with intricate weaving patterns is being incorporated into modern designs seamlessly. From trendy drapes to chic lehengas, take a look at these celeb-approved styles for inspiration. (Images: Instagram)

Tara Sutaria in a red Banarasi saree
It’s hard to ignore Tara’s beauty in this rich red Banarasi saree by Jayanti Reddy. Paired with a hand-embroidered raw silk blouse, the ensemble is a legacy in itself. Her desi jewellery with hints of emerald adds colour and joy to the look.

Dia Mirza in Varanasi silk brocade
Look luminous this wedding season by sporting a regal maroon Banarasi silk brocade kurta like Dia Mirza. A Raw Mango creation, the shirt features gold floral butas placed geometrically all over. It’s paired with a stylish ankle-length brocade salwar, adding a modern touch.

Sonam Kapoor in a ruby red drape
Being a trendsetter, it is not unusual to see Sonam draped in the finest satin silk saree by Ekaya, handwoven in the Kadhwa Banarasi technique. It features intricate motifs, a stylish blouse design, and is cinched at the waist for a structured appeal.

Nysa Devgan in a Banarasi brocade lehenga
Who would’ve thought a Banarasi brocade lehenga could look this stunning and yet be so fluid and wearable? Nysa Devgan’s ensemble, designed by Manish Malhotra, is perfect for the wedding season with its trendy blouse and skirt, and of course, the festive hues.

Shruti Haasan in a midnight Banarasi weave
South actress Shruti Haasan’s choice of Banarasi sarees is not about reds and golds. This midnight-toned Banarasi in black silk by Shanti Banaras proves the same. She looks radiant in the drape adorned with fine silver zari, featuring floral patterns and butis across the saree.

Raashi Khanna in a trendy Banarasi lehenga
Ditch conventional styles and opt for a Banarasi off-shoulder corset along with a skirt like Raashi. She looks regal in the rich purple ensemble by Ekaya that fits her to perfection and balances the structured corset with the fluid skirt.

Janhvi Kapoor in a Banarasi tissue ensemble
Sporting a Tarun Tahiliani creation, Janhvi’s beautiful Banarasi tissue ensemble stands out for its sheen. Be it the bodice or the long skirt, the outfit is perfect for the modern woman, accessorised with stylish pearls.

Shriya Saran in an heirloom Banarasi drape
Shriya Saran exudes feminine charm in a vintage heirloom Banarasi saree woven in silver zari and restored by hand. This saree is paired with the chicest full-sleeve blouse featuring embroidery on the sleeves. While it’s traditional, it’s also contemporary and perfect for the red carpet.

Manisha Koirala in Banarasi ensembles
Manisha Koirala sports stunning new-age pieces crafted in Varanasi silk brocade by Raw Mango. Her midnight blue saree with scalloped borders is as stunning as the sharara set in electric blue. Both ensembles look sparkling for the wedding season.