Silkmark Tussar Tranquil Madhubani Biege & Blue Saree

What does this Madhubani saree look like?

It is a geometric design rather than a figurative one: a grey-blue body printed with bands of teal and cream diamond lattice, and a pallu worked in magenta, beige and teal with a zigzag temple edge. The magenta is a strong accent against the cooler blues.

Will the lighter shades show marks?

The beige and cream areas will show marks sooner than the blues, so be careful with food and makeup. Blot spills gently and take it to a silk dry cleaner, as it is dry clean only. Store it in a separate clean bag in a dry place and change the folds regularly.

What colour is the blouse fabric?

The blouse piece matches the pallu colour and comes attached to the saree. Cut it from the length before draping and have it tailored. If you prefer a contrast blouse, the pallu-coloured piece still makes a handy second blouse for another day.

Does tussar have a shine?

It has a natural sheen rather than a glassy shine. Tussar, also known as Kosa silk, comes from the cocoons of wild silkworms and is prized for its rich texture. The saree is Silk Mark certified, confirming genuine tussar silk, and its slub texture shows through the print.

Will it look exactly like the photos?

Very close, but each piece is printed by hand, so the depth of colour and the alignment of the blocks can vary slightly from one saree to the next. Screens also show shades a little differently. These small differences are the nature of hand block printing and make each piece its own.

What is the length of the saree?

The saree measures 6.3 to 6.4 metres, and the blouse piece comes attached. Once the blouse is cut off, that leaves a comfortable length for a regular nivi drape with full pleats and a generous pallu, which matters here because you want the printed pallu to hang open over the shoulder rather than be tucked away.