From heirloom trunks to bridal trousseaux, Banarasi has long been the gold standard of Indian elegance. But in a fashion landscape obsessed with reinvention, the question lingers: is Banarasi silk still a festive favourite, or is it risking becoming a relic of nostalgia?

As we step into 2026, Pantone has done something quietly radical. Instead of unveiling a bold, exuberant shade, they have handed us a whisper.