Nirmal Pure Khadi Cotton Handloom Saree Sky Blue

How does the sky blue look?

A soft sky blue with a gentle slub texture, finished with brighter royal blue tassels at the pallu end. The deeper tassels give the pale body a crisp edge. The body is plain, so the colour does all the work.

What blouse suits it?

White and navy are the easy choices. For more colour, try a coral, peach or mustard blouse, which warm up the cool blue nicely. A printed or block-printed blouse adds pattern to the plain body.

How can I tell it is handloom?

Look for slight unevenness in the weave and small slubs in the yarn. These minor irregularities are part of handcrafted cloth, and khadi is both handspun and handwoven, so each piece carries its own irregular weave. No two handloom pieces turn out exactly alike.

Is the blouse running?

Yes. It comes with a running blouse: the blouse length is woven as part of the 6.4 to 6.5 metre saree, and your tailor cuts it from one end before stitching. Ask your tailor to measure before cutting, since the blouse comes off the saree end.

How do I wash it?

Hand wash it gently with a mild detergent, separately, and dry it in the shade. Iron it while slightly damp for the crispest finish. Store it folded in a clean, dry place once it is fully dry.