Blushing Banarasi Pure Silk Linen Saree Turquoise

How is the saree patterned?

Small gold zari butis in diamond and cross shapes are scattered all over the turquoise body, and the end is finished with tassels. Against the turquoise, the gold butis look fresh and bright, and the silk linen's slub texture gives the surface a soft, natural feel.

What blouse goes with turquoise and gold butis?

The attached matching blouse keeps it tonal. A gold blouse picks up the butis for evenings. For contrast, coral, peach or magenta blouses look lovely with turquoise. Gold jewellery suits it.

Can I wear this saree to work?

Yes. Turquoise with small gold butis looks fresh and professional, and the light silk linen is comfortable through a working day. It also suits brunches and kitty parties, evening dinners and festive events; add gold jewellery when you dress it up.

Is it heavy to wear all day?

No. Silk linen blends silk's soft sheen with linen's breathable texture, so it is comfortable to carry from a morning at work into an evening out. The butis are small and scattered, so the saree stays light rather than heavily worked.

How do I iron it?

Use a low heat setting and press with a thin cotton cloth between the iron and the saree, especially over the brocade, so the woven motifs aren't flattened or shined. Iron from the reverse where you can. A light press before draping gives clean pleats.

It's hand-dyed. Will the colour bleed?

Dry clean only is the care for this saree, and keeping it out of water is the safest way to protect a hand-dyed colour. Store it in a separate bag in a dry place, change the folds regularly and air it out, and if it ever gets damp, dry it in the shade. Keep perfume off the fabric.