Peachy Chikankari Kota Doria Saree Peach Handcrafted

What's special about the pallu?

The pallu is heavily worked with a white checkerboard lattice, floral embroidery bands and vine borders. The white thread sits softly on the pale peach, so the pattern reads as texture, while the body carries lighter, placed floral sprigs.

How do I style pale peach?

Keep it soft: a white or ivory blouse, pearls and light make-up for daytime and the office. For more definition, try a deeper coral, rust or teal blouse. A silver tissue blouse dresses it up for an office party or a festive day.

Does it come with a blouse piece?

No, it is sold as the saree alone, about 5.4 to 5.5 metres long. That leaves you free to pair it with a blouse you already own or have one made in cotton, Kota or a contrasting fabric. A plain cotton blouse lets the chikankari stand out.

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 should I store it?

Folded in its own cotton or muslin bag, in a dry place. Change the folds every so often so creases do not set, and give it some air in dry weather. Cleaning is dry clean only, and if it ever gets damp, dry it in the shade.