Modal silk sarees are a blend of modal, a semi-synthetic fiber made from beechwood pulp, and silk, which results in a soft, lightweight, and lustrous fabric. This combination creates a material that is more durable and easier to care for than pure silk, Ajrakh sarees, with roots tracing back to the Indus Valley civilization, represent the zenith of traditional block printing. Celebrated for their intricate geometric and floral patterns in deep, earthy tones like indigo, black, red, and mustard, these sarees embody a meticulous multi-stage dyeing and printing process.