Katan Brown Silk Saree Handcrafted

How does the pattern look up close?

Small cross-shaped dashes and clusters of fine stripes in cream and gold tones are scattered over the ground. They are woven in on a Jacquard loom, so they belong to the fabric itself, and the pallu repeats the body pattern instead of switching to a heavy end piece. The effect is textured but understated.

Is the colour warm or cool?

It is a warm, copper-leaning brown with gold-toned accents, so it sits well with warm undertones and with gold or antique-brass jewellery. For contrast, a deep teal or bottle-green blouse brings the copper forward without competing with the small woven motifs.

What is the Katan silk like?

Katan is woven from twisted silk yarns, which gives a smooth fabric with a clear sheen. This one has small woven motifs all over, so the surface has a gentle texture. It looks medium in weight, sitting between an everyday silk and a heavy festive drape.

How do I get the blouse fabric?

The blouse piece is attached to the saree, and the 6.3 to 6.4 metre length includes it. Separate it with sharp scissors where the saree body ends, then take it to your tailor. Keeping the cut straight helps both pieces stay neat.

Where is it made?

It comes from Bhagalpur. The Katan is Jacquard-woven and hand-dyed, so small irregularities in tone or weave are part of the handwork and make each piece slightly different from the next. The colour may also look a little different on your screen.

How should I clean it?

Dry clean only. Between wears, store it in a separate bag in a dry place, change the folds now and then, and air it in dry weather. If it ever gets wet, dry it in shade, away from direct sun.