Ret Ki Chhaya Ajrakh Printed Chanderi Silk Saree Lemon Yellow

What does the vine jaal look like?

A black vine winds across the whole body, linked by red flowers, so the print feels flowing rather than geometric. On the yellow ground the black lines stand out clearly, giving the saree a fresh, graphic look that is easy to recognise from across a room.

How is the pallu different from the body?

The pallu changes to a brown ground printed with circle medallions, a deeper, earthier panel after the bright body. The border is a printed floral band edged with red and yellow stripes, which ties the two sections together when the saree is draped.

Will a light ground like this be see-through?

Chanderi is fine and slightly sheer, and lighter grounds show it more than dark ones. Wear a fitted petticoat in a matching yellow or a shade close to your skin tone, and avoid white, which can show at the pleats. The all-over print helps, but the right petticoat makes the difference.

How should I store it?

Keep it folded in its own cloth bag in a dry place, which also keeps the bright yellow ground clean between wears. Change the folds every so often and air it in dry weather. Cleaning is dry clean only, and if it gets damp, dry it in the shade.

Which blouse suits it?

A black blouse is the easiest match, picking up the vine and keeping the yellow fresh. Red brings out the flowers for a festive feel, and a brown or rust blouse echoes the pallu for an earthier mood. The attached blouse piece is also yours to stitch.

Will the print be perfectly even?

Not quite, and that comes with the craft. Each block is pressed by hand, so you may see small irregularities: a motif slightly off-line or a shade a touch lighter in places. Screens can also show colours a little differently. Those small variations are the mark of handwork.