{"product_id":"steel-grey-ikkat-dhaniakhali-handloom-cotton-saree","title":"Steel grey 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\u003eUnderstated, modern and quietly striking, this Steel Grey Ikkat Dhaniakhali handloom saree is woven with fine stripes and bands of Ikkat in soft earthy tones across a cool grey base. The muted palette gives it a refined, contemporary look, while the Ikkat bands, tie-dyed into the yarn before weaving, add texture and handloom character. Hand-woven in pure 100-count cotton by skilled Bengal artisans, it is light, breathable and comfortable through long days, made for women who prefer subtle, sophisticated colours with authentic craftsmanship, from office days and meetings to family gatherings and festive mornings. \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 in steel grey, with fine stripes and bands of Ikkat in soft earthy tones. 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 moves from office days and meetings to family gatherings, Durga Puja, Poila Baisakh, Saraswati Puja and pooja at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I style a steel grey striped saree?\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair it with a black, white or contrast rust or mustard blouse. Silver jewellery keeps it sleek, pearls keep it classic, and wooden or oxidised jewellery with a macramé potli gives 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. Steel grey looks refined, modern and professional. 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":"V1TG5302ISS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67723817386257,"sku":"V1TG5302ISS","price":3450.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4701\/4161\/files\/steelgreyikkatDhaniakhalihandloomcottonsaree1.jpg?v=1791962122","url":"https:\/\/silkethnics.com\/products\/steel-grey-ikkat-dhaniakhali-handloom-cotton-saree","provider":"Silk Ethnics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}