Pure Silk Kota Doria Tye-Dye Sarees Amarnath Red

What does the tie-dye look like?

The ground is a bright crimson red, broken by darker tie-dye streaks that run vertically through the body and pallu. Because the lines are tied and dyed by hand, the pattern looks fluid rather than printed. A narrow gold border edged in a dark line frames it.

Will my saree look exactly like the photo?

Close, but not identical. Each saree is tied by hand before dyeing, so the spacing, width and depth of the streaks shift from piece to piece. That variation is the nature of hand tie-dye, and it means no two sarees from this batch are exact copies.

How sheer is Kota doria?

Quite sheer. Kota doria is a light, open weave, which is what makes it so airy in summer. A full petticoat in a matching red or deep pink is needed, and in strong daylight a slightly darker petticoat keeps the drape from looking see-through.

Who makes these sarees?

They are handcrafted at the Indiehaat unit in Kota, Rajasthan, under master artisan Haq Nawaz. Kota is where this fabric comes from, traditionally woven on pit looms, and the tie-dye is done by hand on each length afterwards.

Is a blouse piece included?

Yes. The saree measures 6.3 to 6.4 metres including the blouse piece, which comes attached at one end. Have your tailor cut it off before stitching and finish the raw edges neatly, as Kota doria is a light, sheer weave that needs gentle handling.

Can the dye run if it gets wet?

Hand-dyed colours this strong are best kept away from home washing, so keep it to dry cleaning only. If the saree gets caught in rain, dry it flat in the shade rather than wringing it. Store it in its own bag so it does not rub against pale fabrics.