Earthloom Handdyed Khadi Cotton Saree Vintage Rust

What does the Vintage Rust pallu look like?

The Vintage Rust saree keeps its body a plain, warm rust and saves the contrast for the pallu, which turns navy and is banded in rust. Rust and navy bands also mark the border, and tassels finish the end. Draped, it looks like a simple rust saree until the navy pallu falls over the shoulder.

Why does the plain body look textured?

Handspun khadi has natural slubs, small thicker and thinner spots in the yarn. On a solid rust body these show as a soft, uneven texture, which gives the plain fabric a quiet depth and makes each saree a little different from the next.

Will 6.4 to 6.5 metres be enough for my drape?

Yes, it is a full-length saree of 6.4 to 6.5 metres. It gives you room for a standard drape with neat pleats and a pallu long enough to leave open or pin, so the navy pallu with its rust bands and tassels can show over the shoulder.

How do I keep the rust and navy crisp?

Wash the saree on its own, by hand, in a mild detergent, and dry it in the shade. Keeping it separate from other clothes is the safest way to look after hand-dyed colours, and shade drying keeps the navy pallu and the rust body looking crisp.

What blouse suits the Vintage Rust saree?

A navy blouse picks up the pallu and makes the rust look warmer, while a rust blouse keeps the look simple and tonal. An off-white or white blouse echoes the white accents for a fresh office look. Oxidised silver or copper jewellery suits the earthy palette.

How is this saree made?

The khadi is spun and woven by hand on a traditional loom, then dyed by hand. That slow process is why the colour and texture vary slightly across the saree and from one piece to another.