For Friday Fashion Flashback, we revisit the fashion moments, extraordinary creations and stories that have stood the test of time. From royal wardrobes and iconic designers to remarkable Indian craftsmanship , the series takes a look at the pieces that made fashion history.
The story of the Vivaah Pattu is as much about craftsmanship as it is about its price. Created by The Chennai Silks, the saree holds a Guinness World Records title for the ‘most expensive silk saree’. Made in the Chennai-Kancheepuram region, one of India’s renowned centres for silk weaving, the saree is a remarkable showcase of traditional craftsmanship and intricate artistry. The Vivaah Pattu’s record-setting price was not based on its artwork alone. The saree incorporates an extraordinary collection of precious materials. It also contains rubies, emeralds, yellow sapphire, sapphire, cat’s-eye, topaz, pearls and coral.
It was sold for ₹ 39,31,627 on January 5, 2008, and took a staggering 4,760 man-hours to create. Its embellishments include 59.7 grams of gold, 3.913 carats of diamonds, 120 milligrams of platinum and 5 grams of silver, according to Guinness World Records.
Stay tuned for next week’s Friday Fashion Flashback, as we uncover another fascinating story from the world of fashion, heritage and style history.
