Silkmark Tussar Precious Blockprint Red & Black Saree

What is the best way to dress up this saree?

Lean into the drama. Gold temple jewellery or a kundan choker suits the red pallu and temple edge, and a deep red blouse keeps the line clean against the dark body. Leave the pallu open so the cream medallion bands of the block print show, and finish with a bold red lip.

How do I keep it understated?

Pleat the pallu neatly, choose a blouse in a deep shade close to the body colour, and keep jewellery to small studs or a slim chain. The textured tussar and hand block print give enough interest on their own, so the look stays polished rather than loud.

What colour is the blouse piece?

It matches the pallu. The piece comes attached to the saree as unstitched tussar silk, so the pallu colour carries into the blouse and the look stays coordinated from shoulder to hem. If you want more contrast, pair the saree with a blouse you already own instead.

What care does tussar silk need?

Keep to a few simple rules: dry clean only, dry it in the shade if it gets damp, and keep it away from strong sunlight. Store it in its own bag in a dry place and refold it along different lines now and then, so creases don't set in one spot.

What is Ghicha tussar?

Ghicha is a way of spinning tussar from the shorter fibres left over after the main silk is produced. The result is a yarn with a slightly coarser texture than regular tussar. It is still Silkmark certified silk, with the rich texture and natural sheen tussar is valued for.