- Oblique square designed borders.
- Pallus are embellished with ‘Peacock’ designs.
- Spotted and plain designs are worn by senior-age ladies.
- Most Paithani sarees are made from fabrics silk and gold, some in cotton and zari too.
- Zari is made from pure silver & metallic yarn, or very fine gold threads.
- Pallus with the Paithani saree are embellished with motifs such as the Muniya, the Panja, the Barwa, the Laher, the Muthada or the Asawali.