Silkmark Tussar Fanciful Blockprint Red & Beige Saree

How does the print read?

Red and navy teardrop leaves are scattered over a cream ground, with raspberry-red stripes on the pallu and a black zigzag temple-edge border framing it all. The scattered motifs give movement, and the black border sharpens the warm red.

What jewellery suits this saree?

Oxidised silver suits the black border, while gold brings out the red. Pearls give a softer look for a kitty brunch. Pick one metal for a clean finish and keep the blouse plain so the scattered print stays the focus.

What colour is the blouse piece?

It matches the pallu. The piece comes attached to the saree as unstitched tussar silk, so the pallu colour carries into the blouse and the look stays coordinated from shoulder to hem. If you want more contrast, pair the saree with a blouse you already own instead.

Is it high-maintenance?

Not if you follow the basics. Send it for dry cleaning rather than washing it, let it air in the shade after you wear it, and keep it in a separate bag in a dry cupboard. Changing the folds from time to time is the only other habit it asks for.

What comes in the package?

One saree with its blouse piece attached. The saree is 6.3 to 6.4 metres long, and the blouse piece is in the pallu's colour, unstitched and ready for your tailor. Beyond a petticoat and your stitched blouse, you don't need anything else to wear it.

What does Silkmark certified mean?

Silkmark is the quality label of the Silk Mark Organisation of India. It assures that the fabric is genuine natural silk and meets their standards for purity. For a tussar saree bought online, it means the silk you are paying for is authentic.

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.