Peach-Nougat Tangail Puja Sari from Kolkata with Woven Border and Stripes on Pallu
Machine or hand-wash cold, inside out. Air-dry in shade. Iron on medium heat. Wash with similar colours the first time.
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Behind this piece
Tangail weaving carries the memory of undivided Bengal in every thread. Originating in the Tangail district of present-day Bangladesh, this tradition migrated to West Bengal after Partition, finding its new home among weaver families who settled in and around Kolkata. Woven on pit looms, Tangail cotton saris are distinguished by their fine, almost translucent body, geometric borders of great precision, and striped pallus that speak in the quiet language of restraint. This peach-nougat colouring, luminous and unhurried, belongs entirely to the warm, earthen palette that Puja dressing has long favoured across Bengal.
How to style
For Shashthi or Saptami morning, drape this sari in the traditional Bengali atpoure style and pair it with a sleeveless blouse in ivory raw silk. Complement with thin gold bangles and terracotta jewellery from Panchmura, keeping the palette warm and uncluttered. For a contemporary office setting, a fitted full-sleeve blouse in deep terracotta reads beautifully against the peach body. On a cooler evening, layer a fine Jamdani-weave stole across the shoulder. Kolhapuri sandals or simple leather flats complete every variation without competing with the sari's quiet geometric borders.
Fabric & care
Wash this pure cotton sari separately in cold water with a mild, pH-neutral detergent; never use bleach. Hand washing is strongly preferred to preserve the integrity of the woven border. Do not wring or twist; instead, press gently between two clean towels to remove excess water. Dry in full shade to prevent the peach tones from fading. Iron on a medium-cotton setting while slightly damp for the crispest drape. Store folded in a clean muslin cloth, away from direct light and moisture, and refold along different lines every few months to protect the weave.
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