The word ‘ Jamdani ’ is believed to be of Persian origin, derived from 'Jam' (meaning flower) and 'Dani' (meaning vase). Jamdani” is more a weaving technique rather than a weave generic to a place. For the longest time it has been synonymous with Dhaka before the partition of Bengal. But after the partition Hindu weavers came to West Bengal and they continued here their weaving tradition. Later the jamdani sarees manufactured in West Bengal got famous as Bengal Jamdani. Now, you must be wondering is there any difference between these two variants? The answer is no. Because both of the variants are weaved in same traditional method using same techniques. Different Types/Variants of Jamdani Sarees Soft cotton Jamdani It is purely handloom Jamdani Sarees and mostly worn at the time of festivals, marriage party & any special event that needs exclusive attire. Soft Jamdani sarees are ultra lite weight and extremely breathable, so t...