Ornamental Banarasi Silk Linen Pink Handloom Saree

Is the body of this saree plain?

Yes. The body is plain, in a soft coral-pink with a slim gold edge, and the pallu is covered with small gold and tonal butis and finished with tassels. So the work is concentrated on the pallu, which keeps the pleats clean and simple.

What blouse goes with peach pink?

A gold blouse picks up the butis and border for a festive look, and a blouse in the same coral-pink keeps it soft and tonal. Deep green or navy gives a strong contrast. The saree comes with an attached blouse piece. Pearl or gold jewellery suits it.

Where is it woven?

It comes from our Bhagalpur hub in Bihar. The Banarasi name describes the style of brocade weaving rather than the city where this piece was made, so you get Banarasi-style brocade on silk linen. The saree is also hand dyed, so small variations in shade are natural.

What does handloom mean for this saree?

It means a weaver worked it on a handloom, building the Banarasi brocade motifs thread by thread instead of running it through a machine. You get a fabric with more life and small natural variations, and you support weavers in the Bhagalpur hub where it was made.

Is silk linen breathable?

Yes. The blend pairs the natural texture of linen with the softness of silk, and it is soft and breathable, so it is comfortable through long hours at the office or a puja. The silk adds a subtle sheen and keeps it looking dressed up.

What should I do after wearing it?

Hang it in a shaded, airy spot for a few hours so any moisture evaporates, then fold it into a breathable bag. Don't store it damp or in plastic. When it needs cleaning, send it to a dry cleaner rather than washing at home.