Pehnawa Cotton Silk Meenakari Sea Green Saree

What does this saree look like?

The body is a sheer teal with small gold buti, edged by a wide magenta-purple border with a shimmer and a pink edge. The pallu is the busiest part, worked with white flower bunches and small fish motifs against the teal.

How do the teal and magenta work together?

Teal and magenta sit cool against warm, so the wide border gives the saree a lively edge while the small gold buti keep the body quiet. It looks smart at the office and easy for summer days out, with simple silver or gold jewellery.

What is meenakari weaving?

In textiles, meenakari refers to colourful motifs woven into the fabric with extra coloured threads, named after the enamel work of the same name. On this saree the coloured motifs and the white floral spray are woven in, not printed.

Is it handwoven?

Yes, it is pure handloom meenakari weaving on pure cotton silk. Minor irregularities in the weave are part of handcrafted pieces and show that it was made on a hand loom.

Does it come with a blouse piece?

Yes, an attached blouse piece is included within the 6.3 to 6.4 metre length. The blouse the model wears is for the photoshoot only. A magenta blouse would echo the border.

What care does it need?

Dry clean only. Keep it in a separate bag in a dry place, change the folds regularly, and air it in non-humid weather. Dry it in the shade if it ever gets damp, to protect the colours.