Silkmark Tussar Serene Blockprint Green & Beige Saree

How does green with beige feel?

Natural and fresh. The body has soft sage-green stripes, and the cream pallu carries a green leafy floral jaal, so the two colours move into each other gently. It is a calm, earthy palette that looks good in daylight, at brunch or the office.

What blouse and jewellery suit green and beige?

Maroon or mustard blouses add warmth to the green leaf print, while a green blouse deepens it. Antique gold or temple jewellery suits the earthy look, and pearls soften it for daytime. A tan bag keeps the palette natural.

Can I wash it at home?

We'd advise against it. This saree is dry clean only, which is the safest way to look after both the tussar silk and the block-printed colours. Between cleanings, air it in the shade after you wear it, then store it in its own bag in a dry place.

Is the length enough for different draping styles?

At 6.3 to 6.4 metres, there's room for the usual Nivi drape with full pleats and either an open or a pleated pallu. The unstitched blouse piece comes attached, so have it detached before you start draping.

What is tussar silk?

Tussar, also called Kosa silk, comes from the cocoons of wild silkworms. It is valued for its rich texture, natural sheen and golden colour tones. This saree uses Silkmark certified tussar, so the silk's authenticity and purity are assured.

What is Ghicha tussar?

Ghicha is a way of spinning tussar from the shorter fibres left over after the main silk is produced. The result is a yarn with a slightly coarser texture than regular tussar. It is still Silkmark certified silk, with the rich texture and natural sheen tussar is valued for.

How is hand block printing done?

A design is carved into a wooden or metal block, the block is dipped in dye, and the printer presses it onto the fabric by hand, repeat after repeat. The finished print carries a slight, charming imperfection, which is what makes each handcrafted piece unique.