Silkmark Tussar Vivid Blockprint Green & Purple Saree

What is printed on the Vivid saree?

A floral print of orange and blue medallions on green vines covers the cream body. The pallu is striped in slate blue, and a slate-blue band with a green scroll edge forms the border. The orange flowers are the brightest note in the print.

What blouse keeps the Vivid saree balanced?

A green blouse picks up the vines and grounds the print. A slate-blue blouse keeps it cool and ties to the pallu, while orange makes it festive. Antique gold suits the orange; silver suits the slate blue.

Will I need to buy blouse fabric separately?

No. A blouse piece in the pallu colour is attached to the saree and comes unstitched, in the same tussar silk. Detach it and have it stitched to your fit. You can still choose a different blouse on some days, but the matching piece is there whenever you want it.

Any dos and don'ts for keeping it looking new?

Do dry clean it, store it in its own bag somewhere dry, and air it regularly in dry air. Don't wash it at home, don't dry it in direct sunlight, and don't leave it on the same fold for long. These small habits keep the silk's sheen and the print looking fresh.

Will it feel smooth or textured?

Textured. This is Ghicha tussar, spun from the shorter fibres left over in tussar production, so the surface is slightly coarser than regular tussar. You'll feel a gentle grain in the hand along with the natural sheen, and it suits the earthy look of a hand-stamped print.

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.

Will the colour match what I see on my phone?

It should be close, but screens vary. Brightness and colour settings on phones and laptops shift how a shade looks, so the fabric in your hands may appear slightly lighter or deeper than on screen. If you are matching accessories to an exact tone, buy them after you've seen the saree.