Katan Gray Silk Saree Handcrafted

Where does the pattern sit?

Small silver-toned cross marks are placed across the body, and bands of fine lines appear near the ends. The pallu follows the body, so there is no heavy end piece. It is a muted, graphic look that relies on the shimmer of the marks against the dark ground.

How can I make the muted shade look dressier?

Charcoal is a strong base for colour. A jewel-tone blouse in emerald, ruby or sapphire lifts it straight away, and silver or oxidised jewellery picks up the woven marks. For a sleek evening look, try a black or metallic silver blouse.

What is Katan silk like?

Katan is silk woven from twisted yarn, giving a smooth, durable cloth with a gentle sheen. This one is Jacquard-woven with small silver-toned cross marks and fine line bands, so the surface has a quiet texture, and it looks medium in weight.

How does the blouse piece come?

It comes attached to the saree. The total length is 6.3 to 6.4 metres including the blouse portion, so cut it away neatly and give it to your tailor. A matching charcoal blouse makes a sleek column of colour that lets the silver marks do the talking.

How should I look after it?

Dry clean only. Store it in a separate bag in a dry place, change the folds now and then and air it in dry weather. If it gets wet, dry it in shade to protect the colour and the sheen.

Will my saree look exactly like the photo?

Very nearly. It is Jacquard-woven and hand-dyed in Bhagalpur, so minor irregularities in tone or weave are part of handcrafted work and each piece varies slightly. Screens also show dark shades differently.