Hawa Hawai Embroidery Mul Cotton Saree Black

How do the flowers look on black?

Small white and pale-blue daisy flowers with touches of yellow stand out sharply against the black mul, like a light scatter across the saree. Tassels finish the pallu end, keeping the look clean, graphic and easy to wear.

Is the embroidery all over?

No. This is half embroidery work: the white flowers are concentrated on part of the saree rather than covering every section, which keeps the drape light and lets the black show as a clean ground. It also means the flowers read as a scatter rather than a dense field when the saree is worn.

What blouse would suit it?

There is no blouse piece. A white blouse echoes the flowers, a mustard or red blouse adds warmth and picks up the flower centres, and a black blouse keeps the look sleek for a kitty party or a festive gathering.

Is it comfortable in summer?

Yes. Handloom mul cotton is soft, breathable and lightweight, so it suits hot climates even in a dark shade like black. It is gentle on the skin and comfortable through a full day.

Does it come with a blouse?

No, it is about 5.4 to 5.5 metres without a blouse piece. The light mul is easy to drape and pleat, and leaves you free to pair it with any blouse you already own.

What care does the Hawa Hawai need?

A light touch. Hand wash it on its own with a mild detergent, don't soak it for long, and dry it in the shade. Treat the embroidered flowers gently, with no rubbing or brushing, and fold the saree worked side inward for storage.