Pat sarees are one of the regional sarees of India and are produced only in Assam. Though the artisans of Assam generally create the Mekhala Chaddar out of Pat silk, recently sarees are also woven out of Pat and are praised for the majestic appeal it has.

The natural sheen of the material used in Pat saree is considered as a perfect choice for all occasion. The shining cream and white colour of this saree imparts an elevated feeling. It is said that Pat silk is one of the variants of Muga silk and is one of the fine silk fabrics. Pat silk is an indigenous creation of Assam and is also named as Mulberry silk. The artisans of different regions of India consider Pat silk as one of the best fabrics for creating exclusive traditional sarees.

Pat sarees are dyed in various vibrant and dazzling colours though the traditional colour of this material is white that connotes purity. The Pat silk sarees are intricately designed with different traditional motifs including butis, motifs of animals, human figures, creepers, flowers, birds, channels, cross borders and other ornamental designs. The traditional wedding attire is created with intricate gold and silver embroidery on the Pat silk saree and the entire field of the body is done with muga silk or gold and silver wire called guna. Even the bridal wear saree of this region is often made of Pat silk and is decked with intricate designs. These sarees have extreme charismatic look which is created by a three-dimensional effect.

The Pat saree has a distinct appeal to the Indian women and this regional saree is coveted by almost all women of Assam.

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