Craft Couture Blockprinted Kota Doria Red & Green Saree

What are the tree motifs like?

Small white tree sprigs are printed across the red body, spaced so each one stands clear. A light motif on a deep ground gives a crisp, graphic look, and because each tree is stamped by hand, you will see slight differences between them.

How does the pallu look?

The pallu switches to olive green with rows of floral bands, finished with a gold-tone border. The red-to-olive change gives the Craft Couture saree a rich, earthy contrast that shows best when the pallu is left open over the shoulder.

What blouse works best with it?

An olive or bottle green blouse ties in with the pallu and balances the red. For a more traditional finish, a gold-toned or deep red blouse works well. Keep jewellery in antique gold to suit the warm, earthy palette.

How do I wash pure cotton Kota Doria?

Use a gentle hand wash with a mild detergent, and wash it on its own, separately from other clothes. Dry it in the shade, not in harsh sun, to keep the colours and the fine weave in good shape.

Who made this saree?

It was hand block printed at the Indiehaat unit in Kota, Rajasthan, under master artisan Haq Nawaz. The base is pure cotton Kota Doria, and every motif is stamped by hand using carved wooden blocks dipped in dye.

What is the length of the saree?

It measures 6.3 to 6.4 metres including the blouse, which comes as part of the same length. Cut the blouse portion away from the end and have it stitched to your measurements before you drape the saree.