Glowing Maheshwari Pure Tissue Silk Saree Lavender Purple

What shade is the lavender?

It is a dusty lavender leaning mauve, with a gold-violet two-tone shimmer from the tissue weave. The plain body and pallu let that shimmer carry the saree, so it looks soft in daylight and glows under evening lights at a dinner or reception.

Silver or gold jewellery?

Both work. Gold picks up the gold in the two-tone shimmer for a festive or wedding look, while silver and diamond-style pieces keep the lavender soft. Pearls also look lovely; keep it to one statement piece so the sheen leads.

What should I wear underneath?

Maheshwari tissue is lightweight and sheer, so a petticoat in matching lavender or a soft grey keeps the colour even. Avoid white, which can look patchy through the fabric in daylight.

Is the blouse the same colour as the saree?

The blouse piece comes attached and is in the pallu colour, so it matches the pallu rather than necessarily the body. Your tailor cuts it off before stitching, and the saree remains 6.3 to 6.4 metres.

How do I store it between wears?

In a separate cloth bag, in a dry place. Change the folds regularly and air it in dry conditions so it does not crease along the same lines. Dry clean only, and keep it away from damp cupboards.