Aabha Roop Handloom Pure Tissue Cotton Saree Bottle Green

What are the bands near the end of the pallu?

Close to the tasselled end, thin navy stripes run across the width. They are the only pattern on an otherwise plain body, so they frame the pallu quietly when it falls over your shoulder. The rest of the saree relies on the sheen of the weave, which has a faint blue tint over the deep green.

Does the sheen show on such a dark shade?

Yes. The subtle metallic threads in tissue cotton give this deep bottle green a gentle, blue-tinged sheen where the light falls on the folds. The body is plain, so the sheen of the weave is the main detail, with the navy bands and tassels at the pallu end.

Is it comfortable to wear for many hours?

Tissue cotton is lightweight and breathable, with a soft, airy feel, which makes it suitable for extended wear. Pin the pleats and pallu neatly before you step out, and pair it with a simple cotton petticoat and a well-fitted blouse for an easy, tidy drape.

How should I wash it?

Wash it separately every time, gently by hand, using cool water and a mild detergent. Rinse promptly, don't leave it soaking, and avoid wringing. Dry it in the shade rather than direct sun, and iron on low heat once it is dry.

How long is the saree?

It measures 6.4 to 6.5 metres in all, with a running blouse woven into that length. Ask your tailor to separate the blouse portion before stitching, so the blouse matches the bottle green and its sheen.

How should I iron and store it?

Iron on low heat, ideally on the reverse side or with a thin cotton cloth over it. Fold it loosely, wrap it in a cotton cloth, and refold it along different lines now and then so permanent creases don't set in.