Peach-Nougat Banarasi Kora Saree with Hand-woven Paisleys
Dry clean only. Store folded in a soft muslin pouch away from direct sunlight to keep the sheen alive.
Description
Pure Cotton Silk<br>Weaver Kasim Family. Blouse/Underskirt Tailormade to Size
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Behind this piece
Kora silk originates in the Varanasi weaving tradition, where artisans spin cotton and silk together into a fabric that holds both breathability and sheen. The Kasim family works within this lineage, drawing on a vocabulary of Mughal-era motifs refined across generations in the bylanes of Banaras. The paisleys here, hand-woven into the body and pallu, are not printed or embroidered afterthoughts; they are structural, built warp by weft into the cloth itself. Peach-nougat, a colour warm as morning light on ghats, makes this saree rare among the louder tones that Banarasi weaving is often remembered for.
How to style
For a daytime wedding function, pair this saree with a raw silk blouse in ivory or champagne and Kundan studs that echo the golden undertone of the weave. For a literary or cultural evening, drape it with a contrast blouse in deep terracotta and add silver Bidriware cuffs. For festive family gatherings, a tissue blouse with fine zari work completes the register without competing with the pallu. In all three cases, choose low-heeled mojris in tan or gold over heeled sandals; the saree's quiet elegance rewards footwear that stays close to the ground.
Fabric & care
Cotton silk, or kora, requires handling that respects both fibres. Hand-wash in cold water with a gentle, pH-neutral detergent, keeping agitation minimal and soaking time under five minutes. Never wring; press the water out by rolling the saree in a clean cotton towel. Dry flat in shade, away from direct sunlight, which fades the peach tone over time. Iron on a low-to-medium setting while the fabric is still slightly damp, always on the reverse side. Store folded in a muslin cloth, not plastic, to allow the fibre to breathe between wearings.
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