Silkmark Tussar Lively Blockprint Black & Beige Saree

What gives this saree its lively look?

The contrast of slate and beige. The body has slate stripes with a cream vine band, while the beige pallu carries a fine small print edged by a slate temple-style border. The effect is energetic yet neutral, easy to dress up or down.

Which blouse colours suit black and beige?

Red for a festive look, mustard for brightness, black for a graphic finish, or the attached blouse in the pallu colour for a coordinated one. Gold or silver jewellery both work, since the palette is neutral. Pick the blouse first and let it decide the metal.

Is the blouse already stitched?

No. It comes as an unstitched tussar silk blouse piece, attached to the saree and in the pallu colour. That gives your tailor full freedom with the fit and design. Have it detached from the saree before the pattern is cut.

Where can I wear this saree?

Office first: black and beige looks neat and professional. It also suits evening dinners and kitty brunches, and with a red blouse and gold jewellery it moves easily into festive gatherings.

Can I keep it with my other silk sarees?

Yes, but give it its own bag rather than stacking it bare against other sarees. Keep the cupboard dry, and take it out now and then to air and refold it. A separate bag also keeps the printed surface from rubbing against zari or embellished pieces.

Is the print done by hand?

Yes, it is hand block printed. Carved blocks are dipped in dye and stamped onto the tussar by hand, one impression at a time. That is why you may see tiny shifts in alignment or depth of colour from one repeat to the next: the mark of hand work rather than a machine print.