Kota Doria Paithani Embroidery Designer Saree Silver Green

What does the body look like?

The body carries dark teal diagonal stripes on a pale aqua ground, finished with a pale aqua edge and a silver-look strip. The stripes give a crisp, modern line and a sense of movement through the pleats, and they lead the eye up to the bright parrot pallu.

How bright is the pallu?

Quite bright. The pallu carries yellow and red parrots with pink and navy accents, and against the cool stripes they pop strongly. It is a nice balance: a calm, cool body with a lively Paithani pallu over the shoulder.

Is there any risk of colour running?

The body is hand block printed, so take care when washing. Dry clean if you can. If washing at home, use a mild detergent, wash it alone and dry it in the shade rather than in direct sun. Do not leave it soaking or bundled up while damp.

How long is the saree?

It measures 6.3 to 6.4 metres including the attached blouse piece. That is the standard length for a Nivi drape with pleats in front and the pallu over the left shoulder, which shows both the striped body and the parrot pallu clearly.

Where is this saree made?

It is handcrafted at the Indiehaat unit in Kota, Rajasthan, with master artisan Haq Nawaz. Kota is home to Doria weaving, and the motifs on the pallu come from the Paithani tradition of Maharashtra, so the saree brings two regional crafts together.

Do I get a blouse with it?

You get a blouse piece attached to the saree, in the pallu colour, so you can cut it off and have it tailored in the style you like. A sleeveless or short-sleeve cut keeps it airy in warm weather and suits the light fabric.