- The word super indicates the closeness of the warp and weft threads to form a fine lattice network. Due to this fineness or smooth texture of the silken threads, the Supernet is able to attain a lustre and shimmering effect, that is very much appealing.
- Additionally this feature also provides for seamless inclusions of brilliant crochet work, embroidery and other intricately woven adornments that elevates the elegance further.
- Having a good affinity to take on most dyes, the supernet is a bright display of vibrant colours of pleasing hues.
- Borders of matching colours and pallus or ‘end pieces’ showcase the traditional finesse in appropriate choices of design, colour and mix.
- In some traditional pockets like Banaras, the brocades that are attached have intricate designs and exquisite thread work to transform the look of the fabric from average to sensational.
- Once restricted to limited pockets in North India, it is today more widespread with variants like Chanderi Supernet, Kota Supernet, Banarasi Supernet, Ghicha supernet, based on the traditional hub that weaves it.