For a fashion purist traditional weaves are the best choice when it comes to follow cultural rituals. So while you go on a shopping spree preparing an unending list of haves and have nots in new year for Wedding Shopping don’t forget to visit National Silk Expo — a direct weavers sale — that houses a wide range of sarees suits and dress materials been displayed by over 80 weavers and artisans.

Of the many varieties available at the ongoing expo Kashmiri pashmina shawls and dress material are one of the most eye-catching that beholds a great history. Kashmiri dress materials are renowned for their warm and rich fabric. To create a Kashmiri shawl it takes a long affair of manual knitting and weaving unlike products made using machines.

A walk through the expo is akin to a trip around the weaving colors of India. Jute silks in vibrant colours and earthy shades polished and raw tussars and Kantha-work sarees dhakai jamdani & maslin silk baluchari tangail linen saree from West Bengal compete with Kanjivaram silk sarees glowing elegantly with weaves of gold embellishing each piece. Double weave Ikkats patola saree uppada & Bhagalpur kosa & Ghicha silks and cottons give you value for money although the silk saree is quite pricey. While classy silks are ideal for formal occasionsBanarasi silk & chikan work from Lucknow in light pastel shades are for all ages and occasions.

Organisers of the expo are taking all safety measures necessary for well being of buyers.