Tepchi Handwork Georgette Saree Midnight Flora Black

How do the colours look on black?

Very vivid. The rust, mustard, red and green threads stand out sharply against the black georgette. The leaves trail along vines across the whole saree, so the colour is spread evenly from the body to the pallu.

Is the design dense?

The embroidery is all-over, with trailing leaf vines of medium scale running across the body and pallu. Worked in Tepchi running stitch on light georgette, the saree stays airy, and each coloured leaf shows clearly against the black.

Where can I wear it?

A sangeet or cocktail evening is its strongest setting, where the coloured threads stand out under lights. It also suits an office party, dinners, kitty parties and brunches, festive days, and the office with a simple blouse.

Which blouse goes with it?

A black blouse lets the embroidery do all the work. For colour, pick red, mustard or emerald from the threads. Gold jewellery suits the warm thread colours, and a sleeveless cut works well for evenings.

What petticoat should I wear?

Black georgette is sheer, so a black petticoat is essential. Choose one in a fine fabric so the pleats stay light and fluid, and make sure it reaches the full length of the saree so no gap shows at the hem.

How should I wash it?

Hand wash it gently with a mild detergent, separately from other clothes. Cool water and a short wash are kinder to the coloured threads than a long soak. Don't wring it; press the water out softly and dry it in the shade.