Daccai

The different varieties of handloom products of West Bengal have always reflected the richness of art and craft of the state. Among these exquisite handloom products, the Daccai or the Daccai Jamdani holds a distinct style of its own. The Daccai weaving pattern used in the cotton sarees has gained fame over the years. The word is derived from Ducca – the capital of Bangladesh. As per its name the handloom style was originally practiced in Dacca and other parts of undivided eastern Bengal but after the partition of Bengal, it is in practice in West Bengal too. The Daccai style is generally weaved on cotton sarees. These Daccai Sarees are usually in cotton but when its treated with silk along with cotton, the glamorous Daccai Jamdani is created.

The Daccai Jamdani saree is a favorite party wear among the women of both the Bengals and also in other parts of India. The Bangladeshi Daccai Sarees are mostly in beige background but the Indian version is more liberal with colors. Jet Black Daccai Jamdani with Jari works in golden or silver is a prize possession for any women and it is one of the elegant sarees of the country. The fine texture of the Daccai Jamdani sarees almost resembles the muslin with a dose of fine ornamental works. The exotic Daccai Sarees from the shores of Bengal is India's pride today. It is one of the important export products of the country.