Reception & Evening

Reception sarees need to hold their own under chandeliers and camera flash: deep jewel tones, a fine metallic border and a drape that stays neat through a long evening. Our reception picks are Banarasi silk in midnight black, wine, navy and peacock teal, and embroidered Katan silk for the cocktail and sangeet, from ₹3,599 with free delivery.

Dark jewel tones that photograph well

Evening light flattens pastels; deep colours with a zari-toned border catch it. Wine and navy are the easiest to wear, black is the most striking, teal sits in between.

Banarasi jacquard butti for receptions

A Banarasi jacquard butti saree is the reception classic: small woven motifs across the body, a broad border and a striped pallu. See all Banarasi silk sarees.

Cocktail and sangeet: lighter options

For a cocktail evening or sangeet, an embroidered Katan silk in lilac, steel blue or teal-and-navy jaal is lighter to wear and dance in.

Jewellery and blouse pairings

With a dark Banarasi, let one piece lead — statement earrings or a choker, not both. A contrast blouse in gold or the border colour lifts a black or navy saree; a matching blouse keeps wine and teal sleek.

Ordering before the date

Tap Order on WhatsApp on any saree — the code, price and link travel with you, we confirm availability and payment in the chat, and delivery is free anywhere in India. You can cancel within 24 hours of ordering. More for the whole wedding in Bridal & Wedding.