Turquoise-Blue Fabric from Banaras with Paisleys Woven in Golden Thread
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
Banaras, or Varanasi, has woven gold into cloth for over five centuries, and the paisley motif it favours carries a lineage older still. Called "kairi" in the local weaving vocabulary, the teardrop form travelled from Persia through Mughal courts before taking root on the looms of the Kashi region. This fabric renders that heritage in polySilk, a ground that holds the turquoise with particular clarity and allows the zari-style golden thread to catch the light with genuine warmth. The result is a cloth that reads as both festive and considered.
How to style
Cut this fabric into an anarkali kurta and pair it with ivory palazzo trousers for a Diwali gathering. The turquoise reads beautifully against oxidised silver jhumkas and kolhapuri flats in tan leather. Alternatively, tailor it as a straight-cut salwar suit for a daytime mehendi, finishing the look with minimal gold chaandbalis. For those who prefer draping, this width suits a contemporary pre-stitched saree silhouette worn with a silk blouse in deep teal, and block-heeled mojris in gold complete the ensemble without competing with the fabric.
Fabric & care
PolySilk carries the visual character of silk with a synthetic fibre base that rewards careful handling. Hand wash separately in cold water using a mild, pH-neutral detergent, and avoid prolonged soaking which can loosen the woven golden thread. Do not wring; press gently between dry cotton towels to remove excess water. Dry flat in shade, away from direct sunlight, which can shift the turquoise tone over time. Iron on a low setting with a pressing cloth placed over the surface. Store folded in a muslin cover, away from humidity.
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