Whispering Petals Blockprint Chanderi Silk Saree Slate Blue

What is the lotus jaal like in this colourway?

Cream lotus flowers and leafy vines link into a dense jaal across a slate blue-violet ground. The cool, muted ground gives the cream motifs a softer contrast, so the saree looks rich but understated, the kind of print that reads as refined rather than loud.

What does the pallu look like?

The pallu has green stripes framed by paisley bands, more open than the dense body. A narrow green leaf border with a yellow line runs along the hem, and the green adds a fresh note against the cool ground, linking the hem to the pallu.

Is it sheer?

A little. Chanderi is a fine, light weave, so wear a petticoat in slate blue, grey-blue or lavender, close to the saree's shade, to keep the drape even. A mismatched petticoat would show through at the pleats and the pallu.

How does it drape?

It feels light on the body, as Chanderi silk-cotton is a fine, lightweight weave known for its breathability. The silk gives a gentle sheen at the pallu, and pinning the pleats neatly keeps the lotus jaal and green border falling in tidy lines through a long day.

What blouse colours go with it?

Cream echoes the lotus and keeps it soft for brunch or the office. Green picks up the pallu stripes and border. For dinners, a deep purple or silver-toned blouse suits the cool ground and pairs well with oxidised or silver jewellery.

Will the colours stay true after cleaning?

Dry cleaning is the right care for hand-printed colours like these, so avoid home washing and soaking. Air it in shade rather than sunlight. As with all hand block prints, shades can vary a little between pieces and from what your screen shows.