{"product_id":"blush-pink-maroon-ikkat-dhaniakhali-handloom-cotton-saree","title":"Blush Pink \u0026 Maroon Ikkat Dhaniakhali handloom cotton saree","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePure Cotton 100 count weave\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlouse :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength of saree :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5.5m \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWash and care :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHand wash \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft, graceful and quietly festive, this Blush Pink \u0026amp; Maroon Ikkat Dhaniakhali handloom saree pairs a gentle pink body scattered with delicate buttis with a rich maroon pallu and pleats woven in traditional Ikkat motifs. The play of light pink against deep maroon gives it a warm, elegant look that feels right for festive mornings, pujas and celebrations, yet is easy enough for office days and family gatherings. Hand-woven in pure 100-count cotton by skilled Bengal artisans, it is light, breathable and comfortable through long days, made for women who love soft colours with authentic craftsmanship. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDhaniakhali sarees originated from Dhaniakhali in West Bengal's Hooghly district. These weaves are a celebrated GI tagged handloom tradition. Handwoven in cotton by skilled Bengal weavers, these sarees have a distinctive weave, carefully crafted Ikkat designs, beautiful motifs, characteristic quarter - inch borders. Each saree carries a specialised twisted weave on the pallu called Khajurichoti resembling a braided plait and which is the mark of authenticity for Dhaniakhali weaves. The yarn used is organically treated to provide comfort in humid Indian weather. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandloom fabric is woven on a loom  manually by a skilled weaver. Each handloom piece is a work of art which uniquely displays craftsmanship.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe beauty of this quintessential fabric is that no two hand-loomed fabrics can be similar-looking.  And pls note that getting minute flaws in fabric is very common. The imperfections in this perfect fabric can be anything from an uneven yarn to a faded print.  The beauty of an original handloom saree lies in its imperfections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePls note that there may be a mild colour variation in the saree due to colour reproduction in camera and screen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this saree made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a pure 100-count handloom cotton Dhaniakhali saree with a blush pink body scattered with delicate buttis and a rich maroon pallu and pleats woven in Ikkat motifs. It is 5.5m long and comes without a blouse piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I wear it?\u003c\/strong\u003e It feels right for festive mornings, pujas, Durga Puja, Poila Baisakh, Saraswati Puja and celebrations, yet is easy enough for office days and family gatherings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I style a pink and maroon cotton saree?\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair it with a maroon blouse to pick up the pallu, or a pink or white blouse. Pearls keep it soft, antique gold with a gajra suits festive days, and oxidised jhumkas with a macramé potli give it a boho look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a Dhaniakhali cotton saree good for hot weather?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Pure 100-count cotton is light, breathable and absorbs sweat, so it stays comfortable through long workdays and humid summers, and it holds pleats well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I wear it to work?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The soft pink with maroon looks graceful and warm. It suits everyday office wear, important client meetings, presentations, conferences and school or college events for teachers. It's a practical, polished choice for teachers, doctors, lawyers, bankers and other professionals who want to look elegant all day without fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Dhaniakhali saree?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dhaniakhali (also spelt Dhonekhali or Dhaniyakhali) is a GI-tagged handloom cotton saree from Dhaniakhali in West Bengal's Hooghly district, known for its fine cotton weave and neat quarter-inch borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I identify an original Dhaniakhali handloom saree?\u003c\/strong\u003e Look for the Khajurichoti, a twisted, braid-like weave on the pallu that marks an authentic Dhaniakhali weave, along with small weave irregularities that show it is handwoven, not powerloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Ikkat weaving?\u003c\/strong\u003e Ikkat is a technique where the yarns are tied and dyed in a planned pattern before weaving, which gives the motifs their soft, feathered edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry clean it for the first wash. After that, hand wash gently in cold water with a mild detergent, avoid wringing, and dry it in shade. Iron or steam press on the reverse side, and store it folded in a cotton cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"V1TG5203ILS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67720791687441,"sku":"V1TG5203ILS","price":3995.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4701\/4161\/files\/Pink_maroondhaniakhakiikkatcottonhandloomsaree.jpg?v=1791919728","url":"https:\/\/silkethnics.com\/products\/blush-pink-maroon-ikkat-dhaniakhali-handloom-cotton-saree","provider":"Silk Ethnics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}