Mandy Red Pure Silk Kota Doria Handdyed Saree

What does it look like?

The body is a coral red with a fine square check, the khat, woven through it, and the hem fades softly into a sea-green ombre band finished with a gold zari edge. The pallu is plain in contrast. Because the dyeing is done by hand, the blend between red and green can vary a little from piece to piece.

Who crafted it?

It is handcrafted at the IndieHaat unit in Kota, Rajasthan, under master artisan Haq Nawaz, and dyed by hand. Kota silk is woven on traditional pit looms from a blend of cotton and silk yarns, and minor irregularities are part of each handcrafted piece.

How is the border finished?

The hem carries a sea-green ombre band finished with a fine gold zari edge, giving the drape a delicate metallic line. It is the only metallic element on the saree, so the overall look stays light and easy for a kitty lunch or a summer evening.

What should I wear underneath?

Kota is sheer, so choose a petticoat that matches the body colour closely, in thin cotton. A full-length petticoat gives the neatest line under the pleats and lets the fine check of the weave show clearly against the coral red.

How do I care for it?

Dry clean only. Store it in a separate cloth bag in a dry place, change the folds regularly, and air it now and then in non-moist air. Keep it away from damp, and if it ever needs drying, dry it in the shade.