Rooted in Awadh’s handloom heritage, Barabanki weaving grew as a rural cottage craft supporting royal courts and local markets for centuries.

Fascinatingly, the region became known for ultra-fine cotton and blended fabrics woven on traditional pit looms by family clusters.The craft produces sarees, dupattas, stoles, and yardage with soft textures and subtle woven patterns.It is valued for lightweight comfort, durability, and meticulous handloom workmanship free from mechanized processes.