Brocaded Drawstring Potli Bags with Lace Work
Dry clean only. Store folded in a soft muslin pouch away from direct sunlight to keep the sheen alive.
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Behind this piece
Brocade weaving in India carries centuries of courtly ambition within its threads. The tradition of interlacing metallic or lustrous yarns into figured patterns flourished under Mughal patronage, finding its finest expression in Varanasi and later in centres across Gujarat and Rajasthan. This potli, rendered in art silk, draws on that vocabulary of woven geometry and florals, then layered with delicate lace trim, a technique long favoured by artisans who understood that finishing work is itself a form of eloquence. The drawstring silhouette recalls the historic gathri, a cloth bundle that once carried offerings, dowries, and small ceremonies of everyday life.
How to style
Carry the Aurora Red potli against an ivory or ecru Banarasi tissue saree for a festival evening where restraint speaks louder than excess. Pair the Festival Fuchsia with a heavily embroidered Anarkali in deep teal or forest green, and let the bag be your sole point of colour. For a contemporary edit, tuck it under your arm alongside straight-cut kurta separates and block-printed dupatta at a mehendi or intimate reception. Both colours hold beautifully against polki and uncut diamond sets; juttis in metallic leather complete the register without competing for attention.
Fabric & care
Art silk, though lustrous and visually generous, is a delicate weave that rewards gentle handling. Hand-wash in cold water using a mild, pH-neutral detergent, and never wring or twist the fabric. Press out excess water by rolling the bag within a clean cotton towel. Dry flat and away from direct sunlight, which fades the brocade and weakens the lace trim over time. Store folded loosely in a muslin or breathable cotton pouch, never compressed under weight. Keep away from moisture and perfume contact, which can discolour the metallic woven motifs irreversibly.
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