Beaming Banarasi Silk Linen Blue Handloom Saree

What is the Beaming saree like?

The body is a deep royal blue, and a wide silver-toned brocade band of floral medallions and scrolls runs along the border and pallu. Draped over the shoulder, the heavily worked pallu shows its pattern clearly. Royal blue with silver is a cool, classic pairing.

How do I keep the colour looking its best?

Look after it as a dry-clean-only piece. Keep it in its own bag in a dry place, dry and air it in the shade rather than in strong sun, and change the folds regularly. Letting it breathe in non-moist air now and then keeps the silk linen fresh in storage.

Can the blouse piece be tailored to my size?

Yes. It comes as an attached length of fabric, so your tailor can cut it off and stitch it to your exact measurements, sleeve length and neckline. A soft cotton lining makes it more comfortable against the skin, and a little silver trim can echo the border.

What makes it a Banarasi saree?

The name refers to the weave. Banarasi brocade is a weaving craft, so the motifs are worked into the cloth on the loom rather than printed on top. Here that technique is used on a silk-linen base, which blends the subtle sheen of silk with the natural texture of linen.

Is it comfortable to wear all day?

Silk linen is soft and breathable, blending a subtle silk sheen with the natural texture of linen, so it is comfortable for long hours. The body is plain, with the work kept to the border and pallu, which makes it easy to carry from a day at the office into an evening dinner.