Shibori sarees get their unique design patterns from this Japanese tie and dye technique that creates rich patterns. Obtained by bundling fabric in five typical shibori styles, these patterns are usually built on natural fibres like cotton and silk. However, you can also find various synthetic options like poly georgette, chiffon, art silk, and poly silk. These resist-dye patterns are obtained by twisting, folding or bunching and then tying the fabric in a specific way. These are then placed between wooden blocks and exposed to the dye. Traditionally done in monotones, Shibori sarees, however, are available in multi-colour options. Typically the five shibori styles are a grid-like pattern called Itajime shibori, erratic patterns called Kanoko shibori, sewed patterns called Nui shibori, spider-web like pattern called Kumo shibori, and the storm or wave-like pattern called Arashi shibori. You can find a single or combination of two or more patterns in these sarees. Though tie and dye patterns aren't new to Indian textiles or sarees, these designs are characteristically different from the Indian variants of bandhani or batik. Brands such as Swaron, The Chennai Silks, Saree Museum, Kalakari India, and Shivanya Handicrafts offer exquisite collections of Shibori sarees online. You can shop for these products from various e-commerce websites.  The information you are reading has been last updated on 29-Aug-26.