Imaginative Pure Silk Kota Doria Mustard Saree Handcrafted

Who makes the saree?

It is handcrafted and hand-dyed at the IndieHaat unit in Kota, Rajasthan, under master artisan Haq Nawaz. Kota is the home of Kota doria weaving. Because every piece is dyed by hand, small variations in tone are part of its character.

Is Kota doria comfortable in heat?

Very. Kota doria is a lightweight, sheer fabric with an airy texture, woven in the distinctive khat check, and it is especially popular in warm climates. That lightness and its delicate drape make it easy to wear through a long summer day.

Does it have a pattern or a border?

Both. Hand-dyed diagonal lines in navy and pink cross each other over the mustard body, forming a criss-cross lattice across the whole saree. A thin tan edge runs along the sides, so the look stays light. Because the lines are dyed by hand, their spacing and depth vary a little from piece to piece.

Is the blouse piece attached?

Yes. The blouse piece comes attached at one end of the saree, within the 6.3 to 6.4 metre length. Your tailor cuts it off before stitching, and the rest of the length stays whole for pleats and the pallu.

Will the colour vary from the photo?

Slightly, possibly. The saree is hand-dyed, so tone and depth vary a little between pieces, and screens differ too. Those small differences are a natural result of dyeing by hand and are part of the saree's character.

How do I care for it?

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