Silkmark Certified Pure Tussar Quaint Embroidered Black Saree

How does black look on tussar silk?

Black on tussar has depth rather than flatness: the silk's natural sheen and slub texture give it a soft glow, so it looks rich rather than severe. The pink lotus embroidery and the broad antique-gold edge stand out sharply against the dark ground. It is a strong choice for evenings and dinners, where it reads quietly dressy.

What should I pair with this black saree?

Gold is the natural partner: an antique-gold or zari blouse with temple or kundan jewellery, and the black becomes festive. For a sleeker office-party look, try a red or emerald blouse with minimal studs. The attached blouse piece is in the pallu colour if you'd rather keep it simple.

What do I get in the package?

One saree, about 6.3 to 6.4 metres long, with its blouse piece attached. The blouse fabric is in the pallu colour, so once your tailor separates it from the end you have a blouse that goes with the pallu without buying extra fabric. Both saree and blouse piece come as unstitched fabric.

Is it really pure silk?

Yes. It carries the Silkmark, the Silk Mark Organisation of India's assurance that the fabric is genuine silk. The silk is tussar, also called kosa, which comes from the cocoons of wild silkworms and is prized for its rich texture and natural sheen.

How do I look after tussar silk?

Dry clean only. Store it in its own fabric bag in a dry cupboard, refold it along fresh lines now and then so creases don't set, and air it in dry weather away from damp. If it ever gets wet, dry it in the shade, and keep perfume off the embroidered pallu.

I can see small irregularities in the fabric. Is that normal?

Yes. Tussar is a wild silk, and minor irregularities are the uniqueness of handcrafted pieces. Think of them as the signature of the process rather than defects. No two pieces turn out exactly alike, which is what makes each one exquisite in its own way.