Silkmark Tussar Poised Madhubani Blue & Brown Saree

What kind of print does the Poised Madhubani have?

A geometric one. A plain royal blue section meets a rust-brown section printed with white bands of stripes and small motifs, with a temple-style triangle border where the two join. There are no figures, so the look is structured and understated, more in the spirit of a woven pattern than a painting.

What blouse would suit brown with royal blue?

The attached pallu-coloured blouse gives an easy matched look. For contrast, a royal blue blouse picks up the body, while rust or burnt orange stays tonal with the pallu. Copper, antique brass or oxidised jewellery fits this earthy palette well.

Will it look exactly like the photos?

Very close, but each piece is printed by hand, so the depth of colour and the alignment of the blocks can vary slightly from one saree to the next. Screens also show shades a little differently. These small differences are the nature of hand block printing and make each piece its own.

What is the length of the saree?

The saree measures 6.3 to 6.4 metres, and the blouse piece comes attached. Once the blouse is cut off, that leaves a comfortable length for a regular nivi drape with full pleats and a generous pallu, which matters here because you want the printed pallu to hang open over the shoulder rather than be tucked away.

How does tussar feel and drape?

Tussar comes from the cocoons of wild silkworms and is prized for its rich texture and natural sheen. For a neat drape, pleat it carefully and use a couple of pins at the shoulder and pleats so the printed pallu stays tidy through a long event.

How do I look after printed tussar?

Dry clean only. Water can disturb both the printed colours and the texture of tussar, so skip home washing altogether. After wearing, air it in the shade before folding, keep it in its own fabric bag in a dry place, and refold it along new lines from time to time.