Why Patan Patola Saris Are So Expensive | So Expensive | Insider Business

Patan patola saris range from $1,500 to $8,500. Instead of designs being embroidered onto the textile, Patan patola requires them to be dyed onto the silk threads themselves. Both horizontal and vertical threads are dyed, then cross-woven to reveal the design. The most complex designs can take one and a half years of manual work to complete.
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[@dmmultimediahili1639]

My nephew filmed this documentary.. I feel proud. You will bless him

[@jennoq1311]

Good job nephew! This is amazing , I'm so impressed with this style of weaving.

[@santusanturohit4832]

God bless you Nephew

[@slappy_chimp]

God bless you Nephew

[@amritapritam2891]

​@@jennoq1311he filmed it not weaven it.

[@asdasdasdqwe123]

No i will not

[@peace4myheart]

Sometimes we take for granted the work that goes into these things and don't appreciate it that much. I'm glad videos like these help to show the people behind the product.

[@-Me_]

Haven't watched the video but I doubt they get paid anywhere near fair. Hope I'm wrong

[@namelessgrace6319]

Yes!!! These are absolutely stunning. And makes them so special.

[@dasikakn]

When she said “imported” dyes like indigo, it broken my heart a little. Indigo farming was a big part of the Bengal famine during British rule. Maybe it’s time to grow India’s own on Indian terms?

[@manasranjanpatra5043]

Indigo was grown at the expense of growing food crops. This kept food prices high and indigo was cheap. Now that we have food sufficieny, yes we can grow indigo on a commercial scale.

[@manjurani1317]

But modern dye is much cheaper. I don't think there's gonna be a market as earlier.

[@aatmaDipoBhava]

Actually it's Bengal genocide perpetrated by SoB Winston Churchill. If Axis powers have won WWs entire story around Hitler would have evaporated and replaced by Churchill. Hence never ever believe in history.... the conclusions or all wars ie History is written by victors. Churchill was Hitler for India. We recently completed yearly remembrance of Jallianwala bagh massacre.

[@pam1001100]

​@@manasranjanpatra5043 yeah. Rice fields were forcibly wrenched from farmers .

[@deeptibhandari151]

Indigo dye is indigenous to India.... India was known for colourful clothes. Traditionally Indians were experts in making dyes and techniques to retain the colour in clothes. India was exploited for the indigo farming by Britishers

[@ladeeeedah]

I don't wear sarees but my mother and sister do. Especially my mother has some classic pieces of Indian handlooms - from Silk Patola to Banarasi brocade, now incredibly difficult to find. The craftsmanship on those sarees, I always maintain, is pure art and the craft difficult to replicate. We have tried out best to preserve those sarees and yet a pure banarasi saree with real zari is falling apart. It is truly priceless and breaks my heart.

[@filmeria]

I didn't either, partly being grown up in western country and culture. But after videos like these, I started gifting Indian handlooms to my western friends with the write ups explaining hows of the art.

[@greenmtnmellie]

I had a skirt made with pieces of antique saris. The weight of the silk caused the top piece to tear & fray. I only got to wear it twice & it fell completely apart. I kept it it, because the fabrics are absolutely gorgeous. But it lives in a basket & I can't actually use it.

[@sophroniel]

I felt like saying "It's ONLY $8,000?!?" Surely such craftsmanship is worth far more!!! tens of thousands, I would say, $18,000, to $50,000, to pay the workers properly for such skill.

[@appearnowappearlater]

I’m 100% certain they could charge 5-10x more and there’d still be a market.

[@xaviernice7548]

It will be more expensive if people like you are really buying it.

[@missjohri]

I hope people realise the importance of hand made textiles and crafts . India has 30+ states and every state has a special textile garment we call saree which is the most popular and graceful garment. It is banarasi saree from where I belong . Patola is made with so much effort because it is considered a saree for special occasions - wedding or a worship gathering. ❤

[@mvrdxrmonxy]

You should go buy them all, its only 8000 like you said.

[@anshuldhule9628]

Actually, if converted to rupees, it has a high purchasing power.. it's something around ₹6.4 lakh. One can basically get a modest car.

[@VarunVyas93]

Mothers usually pass on their Patan patolas to daughters during their wedding here in Gujarat.

[@Krunal1804]

Proud to be a part of Gujarati culture and Business Insider covering Patan Patola. It's one of the oldest artwork of Gujarat, many poems in history have included phrases of Patan Patola in Gujarati language.

[@niyatikaushik4343]

Absolutely.. છેલાજી રે મારે હાટુ પાટણથી પટોળાં મોંઘાં લાવજો 😄

[@155anima]

It was a Maharashtra culture initially then passed on to people who were forced to settle in Gujrat

[@BOBBOB-dy9xw]

​@@155animaNo, it's Gujarati design from Patan, Gujarat

[@amreshlaldas236]

​​​​​@@155animabut as always credit will be given to our beloved Mughals. Banarasi saree for example. According to one article on google:- The Mughal empire is largely to thank for the introduction of the Banarasi saree in the country. The exceptional craftsmanship required to weave this silk, was brought in by the Mughals who made significant efforts to elevate the art of weaving and designing. This led to the birth of many a weaver who took to the silk. Native people of Banaras get zero credit for it.😂 I wonder, why do they even call it banarasi saree. Mughals were from Uzbekistan, weren't they😅. By the way I have a question, does Maharashtra give to natives or mughals?

[@speed999-uj5kr]

​@@BOBBOB-dy9xwno , actually it was from Maharashtra Rashtrakuta time period that saris were created ... Then it was taken to Gujarat

[@shekhawat2004]

The entire process is so complex that even if it’s sold at $20000 could sound pretty low ❤

[@Babushkaya]

Supongo que serán muy populares en India un producto al alcance de todo el mundo 🤑🤑🤑

[@oggy.adityanath]

But can YOU afford over ₹16L for a saree? 🤡

[@shekhawat2004]

@@oggy.adityanath if one wants to wear original Patan Patola saree then you will have to.

[@oggy.adityanath]

@@shekhawat2004 W-h-y 🗿

[@varalakshmikota2497]

​@@oggy.adityanath any product who can afford it they will purchase it. It's not that if a rich man have an Audi car everyone should have it and vice-versa

[@lattemama]

$8500 for something that takes several skilled artisans a year to finish is not expensive. It's a lot of money, but certainly not expensive.

[@elhombredeoro955]

Maybe that's expensive for Indians.

[@varalakshmikota2497]

​@@elhombredeoro955 lot of billionaires are there in India. As our country is so big, we are having all classes of people. It's our art and still there is demand for this expensive saree🎉

[@Deady4u]

if it takes me 1 year to make something I'd definitely charge way more than that

[@rajirajiraji7232]

8000 dollars is lot of money when changed into Indian rupees

[@indranilguchhayat1779]

Buy it.

[@FussyLee]

I loved this episode's narrator. Such a well-loved and beautiful fabric deserves to be narrated by someone with a soothing voice, accurate articulation, and clear pronunciation.

[@ae2948]

The craftsmanship and knowledge it takes to make those saris. The amount of effort that goes into getting it right is jaw dropping.

[@jimmyyu2184]

That is freakin' incredible amount of planning/engineering & attention to the details; I mean, for just 6 inches? Wow.

[@movssx]

That's what she said.

[@JustMe54328]

6 yards

[@Mismad]

@@JustMe54328 listen @ 6:27 she’s right when she says 6 inches.

[@Dejuarez77]

The same is done in Mexico but for Rebozos, they’re expensive and highly appreciated but since they’re expensive few people buy them or make them…. it’s truly an art…. I hope that these skilled craftsmen keep working

[@erinmalone2669]

I just clicked off this video to look up Rebozos and I really had no idea what it was. They really are magnificent and I learned how significant they have been in daily life and fashion. Very cool.

[@sangycappu]

What’s the fabric called in Mexico. Would love to explore more of those textiles too.

[@sangycappu]

I found the fabrics. That’s a lot different from Patan ikat. Patan ikat is a lot more complex using lots of mixed intricate patterns and being a saree, there is a huge border with multicolored big patterns, which makes the whole process even more complicated. The Mexican tie and dye is a classical tie and dye which is not as intricate as Patan. Hence its not the same.

[@gunmetal2445]

This is like next level haute couture.

[@sangeetaparsankumar4232]

The West can never equal this level of haute couture. It is way way above. Look at the materials they source for their outfits… you’ll see most of it is painstakingly made in India. Their cost of their clothing in no way provides a fair wage for the artisans of india

[@Jyoti-kh8wc]

this comment needs more likes

[@pawsity2081]

India never fails to amaze me ❤

[@ranjanaporwal2065]

The art should be given GI tag and conserved by UNESCO . THE YOUTH SHOULD BE INTRODUCED to such exclusive and unique art . INCREDIBLE🎉❤❤❤

[@sonu24196able]

It has GI tag I think

[@kirtisawant9288]

It did get the GI tag in 2013.

[@JustMe54328]

Salvi s don’t really share the secret with others

[@nidhi2693]

@@JustMe54328 tbh i don't think they should share the secret. there are already fake patola saris out there and if the secret is out, it will likely mechanized and lose the significance of the craft, all because some people want cheaper patolas. some things should be kept a secret.

[@chamilajla]

I feel crazy. It is so complex. It is hard to believe such effort they put for a garment.

[@MoonDevi963]

I hope traditions like this keep being appreciated and celebrated by as many of as possible. I'm a precolonial fashion lover and I'm always proud to add pieces like this to my humble collection 🙏✨ thank you for this informative video 🤍✨

[@jessicaclendinen7386]

Each one of these is a work of love. Seeing people put so much pride in their work inspires me to stop procrastinating by watching youtube videos :P

[@frithbarbat]

I have loved saris and Indian textiles for many years. The Patan Patola is the gold standard for ikat dyeing and weaving! Thank you for this inside view of the making of these works of art.

[@mendaparadhaval]

The main characteristics of patolas is that you can wear it from both side which makes it unique from other craft work

[@alpanakalita7049]

Only Indians can hv such a complex artform! Hats off to such artists n their hardwork.

[@memyselfandeye76]

India has so many talented artisans, and the complexity and beauty of the art that is produced is truly something to behold. If I didn't live on the other side of the world, I would certainly buy as much as I could...what I could afford, that is!

[@meghasivan]

Never have i ever heard about patan patola saree. I'm from Kerala. I only knew kanjivaram and banarasi ones. New knowledge.thx business insider for exploring my nation, so I can access more info into my culture and traditions. Please consider a video on Kalaripayattu (martial art of kerala)… and Ayurveda.

[@orionfernandes4587]

Ayurveda is a sham

[@mpatel5252]

So happy my culture is being represented! I love patola sarees !!!!

[@TheLilikprasaja]

Great work must be appreciated more. I didn't realize Javanese Sultan, Princes & Princeses wore Patan Patola. It must be considered very artistic & high class internatioanally. Greetings from Java, Indonesia.

[@Kaysterdam]

I got a patola for my mom in November last year. It's a mesmerizing work of art

[@dhirajdeore434]

Love u....nice of U❤🎉

[@KateandBree]

How stunning are these saree? To see the work that goes behind making them makes me appreciate the intricacy and the cost!

[@user-wy4jf1bb3h]

I would invite business insiders to Surin Province, Thailand. They had learnt the Platola style from Indian Brahmin since the prehistoric era. They modify with their own style. They served the last Khmer Empire royal, the Ayutthaya Kingdom royal, and the Thai royal. the patterns were complex and amazing.

[@geethamangalore8706]

These workers are incredible. Enormous skill and patience they have. I guess some areas can never be touched by tech advancements (AI !)

[@AkhtarM28]

Dang! The artisans deserve more. Absolutely stunning.

[@ziolove]

Mind-blowing and too beautiful for words. The craftsmanship. Wow. Immense respect.

[@beckstheimpatient4135]

That is an absolutely fantastic process - to dye individual segments of threads, repeatedly! Certainly worth the cost. I would love a scarf made like that.

[@Im_TheWall]

The main advantage of patola is that you can wear it from both sides

[@lichh64]

I love how these people still stick to their craft and culture till this day

[@eliciacheney84]

This is definitely something where I understand why it costs so much!

[@saramartinez3142]

It's gorgeous and a huge labor of love. What an honor to have one.

[@sujathaviswanathan7210]

What amazing artistry that goes into this magnificent Patan Patola saree! Such a labor of love!

[@pamelanadel3787]

I guess this is the origin of the tie dye shirts I wore in the 70’s. This art form is beautiful.

[@paadipanta2607]

Wow, only in India. Take a bow to these artisans.

[@shlokasworld2626]

Hats off to the weavers 🎉

[@suzannest-hilaire8201]

Amazing and beautiful! Great example of patience, beauty, and value of the hard work.

[@naminders1172]

We should not let this kind of art die and respect the people who make it.

[@mirrorflame1988]

Wow! Just wow! Mathematics and creativity together!!

[@aiswaryabersan7983]

Ancient india was the fashion capital it's clothing and dressing style was famous throughout the world. The traders across the globe came to india for it's unique fabrics

[@aceyboy]

This channel is great for those 1am random videos

[@pumathewsp737]

Just bought patola saree for 35000 rupees from Mumbai. It was love at first sight, now little scared to wear it as I might spoil it. Kudos to this skilled workers

[@priyadarshi8548]

Suspiciously low price

[@moodyreader5081]

The wonder that is India! A similar heritage silk saree is the Pochampalli from Andhra Pradesh. It is woven with stunning geometrically perfect designs.

[@spkspk1416]

It deserves to be more expensive then dior and Hermes bags

[@drbandanasoren]

Please make video of sambalpuri sarees of Odisha which uses double ikat and single ikat weaving

[@sheetalpatwal1362]

Literally that's hard work.... dedication to work for one saree.. respect the people and their hard work..when you buy it.

[@ujjwallepcha9002]

This shows how we human-beings can be as precise and accurate as an A.I or a computer. Through trail & error and If we keep on practicing the skill. Nothing is impossible holds soo true.

[@GabrielleduVent]

Now imagine if the Indians were never colonized and they brought this level of precision and ingenuity to industry. They'd be an economic giant by now.

[@MayankKhemka]

Already were before Brits arrived on our shores

[@chitrachopra1497]

We were in the past before we were overrun by Muslim invaders and Brits

[@JenniferPChung]

This in fascinating! And the results are beautiful! The dyes are incredibly vibrant!

[@JamunaPriya]

Absolutely mind blowing what intricate artistry India possesses❤

[@KriRama]

I just discovered this channel & so appreciate it! ❤

[@ebubeawachie]

This is a combination of “So Expensive” and “Still Standing”

[@holni1]

I'm the type who buy something novel like this and never wear it because its too precious lol.

[@crewlikeme2600]

This is the height of art .....so long to get one saree done ...artisans hats off to them....I would get lazy mid way 😂

[@ngolongsl]

"It's only worn by those who can afford it." I understand what the commentary means but it's still a weird kind of statement :D Very unique patterning method that I would not imagine someone would thought of trying.

[@liveinthemoment3670]

WOW! Truly AMAZING!!!!! So much details, their hard work, time consuming is truly amazing . ❤❤❤ 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@greenleaf8217]

What a beautiful workmanship.

[@sheri1368]

Just amazing on how much work goes into these , absolutely beautiful pieces

[@Meghnaaad]

That's an insane hardwork and talent.

[@ShabnoorQuraishi]

This is crazy hardwork, and possible only in India. It's mind boggling how hardworking Indians can be.

[@ultronhere4356]

Insider business is filling the gap of Indian documentaries in my life instead of the Indian media🤗🙃

[@lakshmi.narayana10]

this is so touching. the effort and dedication. thank you 🙏

[@macjonseun6920]

If same was sold by some Italian or french brand it would cost 100k

[@oof7708]

This is so beautiful..wish i cud afford it..

[@Vb-fy4sv]

AMAZINGLY BEAUTIFUL ! And TRUE ARTISANS !

[@meghaljain7935]

Beautiful depiction of d hard work ppl put into such a eye catching art....amazing👌👌👌 We cn often see AMBANI family wearing this saree......hope she also puts efforts for large scale development of this art....❤

[@binitarai1604]

I also love these fabric.❤❤❤

[@claire4974]

Ironic to see one of the owners or workers wearing an Adidas sweatshirt 😅. So amazing the craftsmanship that goes into these saris. Indian textiles are among the most beautiful in the world

[@dostagirl9551]

I never thought I'd say this, but they're undercharging. A year to make with this level of complexity and it's only 8K? Meanwhile you got fashion houses putting together bags and clothes with 200 dollars worth of materials, 40 dollars worth of overseas labor and selling it for three times this amount. We need to bring back the practice of paying for actual quality like these items versus a three inch label sewn on a product.

[@flora6768]

I just hope they know that their work is truly incredible. There's something holy in such an act of creation, especially when it's so detailed, so careful...this work is priceless.

[@cab102361]

These people are masters and the beauty they create is absolutely incredible.

[@beverlylumley4150]

Wonderful video, thank you Canada

[@melaniealexander6719]

Incredible work

[@arthiarchie1995]

There is a similar type of saree weaving found in Andhra called Ikkat! These options are great because they can be worn on either side (no front or back). Traditional Zari is also made from pure gold or silver

[@nidhisawant4313]

I think the weaving technique is called ikat. A comment above says ikat is done in 3 states, Gujarat, Odisha, Andhra.

[@pronitaphukon2936]

They deserves more than the designer...great work

[@infinite5795]

This kind of Ikat weaving is only found in 3 states of India, Gujrat, Odisha and Andhra pradesh. Speaking of Odisha, we call Ikat as Bandhana in Odia and it is usually made in the western and Central districts of Odisha. Both, double and single tye dying are used for this saree and these sarees are unique as they show the refined Vaishnavaite culture of Odisha.

[@santoshreddymaale5311]

Telangana, Pochampalli ikkath

[@oneshotme]

Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@sushamakarve8504]

Real work of art and heart.

[@harmonk8012]

Namaste. This is next level craftsmanship. Thanks for sharing.

[@sharmilaghosh374]

It's a long journey of a saree step by step.If i get a chance to go to Gujrat i must visit this Patola House to see this extraordinary marvellous work.Thanks for making this authentic video.

[@justayoutuber1906]

Wow - impressive skill and dedication.

[@charusaxena3509]

Exquisite !!! Sambalpuri & bomkai ikat sarees are also woven in a similar manner.....❤️🧡💛💚💙❤️🧡💛💚

[@massenib7549]

Beautiful 👏🏾, such hard workers

[@Zubbvlgs]

Wow this is some next level craftsmanship

[@manjulamusic8922]

This video shows how rich we were in our art and culture which was unmatchable by anyone around the world and how conveniently it was broken in the old age and made to die gradually

[@johealingtouch6683]

Beautiful, commitment, just amazing to watch , time consuming and done from the heart it's just awesome ....price wise could be higher to ensure great payment for man power... congratulations to this beautiful Souls carrying this creativity forward

[@readyforknowing3009]

Beautiful but VERY expensive textile. It's 8K DOLLARS not rupees 😱. Converts to 6.5 lakh rupees! Thank you BI for this video. Learnt something new today. 🙏

[@manjulasrivastava8852]

So much of hardwork...respect for each and everyone involved in this tradition...Hope govt. retains these talent's through development programmes 🙏🙏

[@hillcomonkey9030]

Interesting. Excellent crafting.

[@lj6079]

I'm definitely buying this when I go to India 😍

[@abrahammnjama7962]

Amazing simply amazing 🇰🇪🇰🇪🙏

[@redbarchetta8782]

What a beautiful craft.

[@abhisheksoni2980]

To see women wearing this beautiful designs in Lakme fashion week filled my chest with pride.

[@vanisreegopalakrishnan2155]

Amazing work 👏👏

[@Liz_678]

Ver interesting! So beautiful! They are all artists!

[@nonza7502]

I have this beautiful saree and love wearing it!