Amberglow Brocaded Paithani Sari from Maharashtra with Hand-woven Peacocks on Anchal
Dry clean only. Store folded in a soft muslin pouch away from direct sunlight to keep the sheen alive.
Description
Pure Silk<br>Weaver Azeem Khan. Blouse/Underskirt Tailormade to Size
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Behind this piece
Paithani is one of Maharashtra's most ancient weaving traditions, its origins traced to the town of Paithan on the banks of the Godavari, where silk-weaving flourished under the Satavahana dynasty over two thousand years ago. The hallmark of this sari is its zari-brocaded anchal, where each peacock is built interlace by interlace on a hand-operated loom. Azeem Khan works within a living lineage that has survived Mughal patronage, colonial neglect, and modern indifference alike. The amber ground, achieved through the interplay of dyed silk warp and weft, shifts warmth with every movement of the cloth.
How to style
Wear this sari in a Nauvari drape for a Maharashtrian wedding or the first ceremony of a family puja, grounding it with a fitted full-sleeved blouse in deep ivory raw silk. Pair with uncut diamond or polki necklace set in gold, and kolhapuri silver toe-rings. For a formal dinner, drape it in a classic Nivi style with a deep-back blouse in matching silk; finish with a single statement temple-gold choker. Complement either look with gold khussa flats, which honour the sari's weight without competing with the woven peacocks.
Fabric & care
Pure silk of this density should never meet a washing machine. Hand-wash in cool water with a small measure of gentle, pH-neutral shampoo, and rinse without wringing. To dry, roll the sari gently inside a clean cotton towel and then lay flat in shade. Never peg or hang while wet, as the zari weight will distort the weave. Store folded in soft cotton muslin, away from direct light and moisture. Refold along different lines every few months to prevent permanent crease marks. Occasional airing in a dry, ventilated room preserves both the silk and the zari's lustre.
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