Slate Chikankari Kota Doria Saree Gray Handcrafted

What shade is this saree?

A mid slate grey, with the fine Kota check weave visible across it. The beige chikankari sits gently on it rather than in sharp contrast, which gives the whole drape a calm, understated look that suits the office as well as a kitty brunch. Hand dyeing and screen settings can shift the shade a little.

What's the embroidery pattern?

Beige flower sprigs are scattered across the body as buti, and the pallu carries dense bands of leafy creepers and diamond lattice. Because the beige thread sits softly on the grey, the work reads as fine texture rather than bold contrast.

Will it be see-through in daylight?

A little, since Kota Doria is a lightweight, sheer fabric. In strong daylight the petticoat line can show, so choose one close to the saree's grey and well fitted at the hips. A matching petticoat keeps the drape looking clean.

Is the chikankari done by hand?

Yes. Chikankari is a hand-embroidery craft from Lucknow, worked stitch by stitch with a needle, and this saree is handcrafted. Small variations in stitch spacing and density from one motif to the next are normal, and they are the easiest way to tell real handwork from machine embroidery.

How long is the saree?

About 5.4 to 5.5 metres, and it comes without a blouse piece, so the full length goes into the drape. That suits a standard nivi drape with neat pleats; if you are tall or like a long pallu, compare it with a saree you already own.