Lucid Pure Silk Kota Doria Handdyed Green Saree

Where would you wear it?

Office wear first: the plain body and fine border look smart and professional. It also suits temple visits and pujas, dinners and evenings, kitty lunches and brunches, and festive days. Kota's airy weave makes it a good summer and travel saree.

What does the border look like?

A narrow gold-toned border runs along the edges. It is the only decoration on an otherwise plain deep teal body, so it gives a clean, finished line without fuss, and the gold sits well against the dark, matte ground.

Who made it?

It is handcrafted at the IndieHaat unit in Kota under master artisan Haq Nawaz, and hand-dyed. Kota is the home of Kota doria, so the saree comes straight from the craft's town.

What blouse suits it?

The saree comes with an attached blouse piece that matches. A gold blouse would tie in with the border, and mustard or coral make warm contrasts. Gold jewellery suits it.

What is Kota's khat?

Khat is the fine square check woven into Kota doria. It makes the fabric open and airy, and gives the plain surface a delicate grid texture up close. It is the signature of Kota fabric, woven on traditional pit looms.

How do I care for it?

Dry clean only. Store it in a separate bag in a dry place, change the folds regularly, and air it in dry, non-moist air from time to time. Keep it away from damp, and if it ever gets wet, dry it in the shade.