Handwoven in Odisha, this silk saree sets a soft powder grey body against a bold black temple border. The silk has the fine, natural texture that only a handloom gives, and its sheen reads silver in bright light and deeper pewter in shade.

The temple border is the heart of the saree. Stepped, spire-like motifs in black run along the edge and across the hem, finished with a narrow line of silver detailing. The pallu carries the same story in broad black bands, fine silver stripes and small woven florets, so the fall of the drape is as striking as the border.

It is a saree for those who prefer understated elegance. Wear it with a deep red or wine blouse for contrast, or keep it tonal with silver jewellery. Like every handloom piece, its small irregularities are the signature of the weaver's hand.

Details

• Fabric: Handwoven silk

• Origin: Odisha

• Colour: Powder grey with black

• Border: Traditional temple border

• Pallu: Black and silver striped

  
  

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