Mustard Cotton Kota Doria Yellow Saree Handcrafted

What is special about the pallu?

Unlike the body, which is bright yellow with fine white diagonal wave lines in the style of lehariya, the pallu breaks into stripes of sky blue, magenta and orange. Drape it with the pallu open over the shoulder so those colours show rather than being bunched up.

Which blouse would bring out the pallu colours?

A magenta or sky blue blouse ties the body to the pallu and makes the whole saree look planned. Orange is a warmer option. If you prefer a quieter look, the attached blouse piece comes in the pallu colour and can be tailored straight away.

How sheer is it?

Kota Doria is a sheer, airy fabric, so what you wear underneath shows a little. Wear a yellow or skin-tone petticoat so the fine white lines stay crisp and the colour looks even across the drape.

Can it go in the washing machine?

Please do not. It is dry clean only, which keeps the bright yellow and the coloured pallu stripes at their best. Between wears, keep it in a separate bag in a dry place, change its folds from time to time, and air it out away from damp.

How long is it?

It measures about 6.3 to 6.4 metres, a standard length that works for the usual nivi drape and leaves enough for neat pleats and a full pallu to show off those coloured stripes. The blouse piece comes attached.