A genuine Handloom Muga Silk Mekhela Chador set from our looms in Assam .
The upper part / chador has Muga ghicha silk as stripes with red eri silk selvedge .
The Blouse and the Mekhela has Muga ghicha motifs .
The set has been woven on traditional loom .
Muga Silk - The most valued silk from India. Almost exclusively reared and produced in Assam, India. It is indigenous to the Brahmaputra Valley and assiduously practiced in the districts of Assam. The moth is basically a wild moth. Hence it is categorised as Vanya Silk or Wild silk by the silk board of India.(http://csb.gov.in/silk-sericulture/silk/vanya-silk/)
The yarn produced is a natural rich golden yellow or light brown colour depending on the host plant it feeds on. These are unique products. Muga silks resist sunshine and are more durable than mulberry silks. Muga silks can be termed Organic as no harmful chemicals have been used in the cultivation of host trees or in the processing of silk fabrics. No dyes are applied to the yarns. The golden colour is its natural colour. Most Muga rearing and cultivation is still done by village clusters in Assam in the traditional method.
Muga Silk also tend to be slightly fluffy which over a period will settle down. Muga retains its lustre and strength and if stored properly will outlast one's lifetime.
The Mekhla and Chador is a traditional 2 piece dress from the North East State of Assam, India . The Mekhla is 1.20 Mt in length and 37" width when stitched. The Warp will have pleats when worn. The top part or 'chadar ' is a shawl or half -sari which is used to cover the upper portion of the body and is worn on top of the mekhla or wrap. The usual size is 3 Meters long and about 37 inches in width.
Please note that since the chador has muga ghicha as stripes the chador will have more unevenness than the mekhela and blouse . It settles down upon pressing .
Wash Care - Hand wash separately . Use mild shampoo or neutral detergents . Do not wring . Shade Dry .
As with all silks - Store in cool place and Dry Place.
We try to capture the exact colours but due to factors like lightning and the nature of silks , there may be slight difference in colour between the actual product and that in the image.
We will certify the Muga Silk by attaching the lab test certifying the authenticity of the yarns .
Please check with us the availability of the set before placing the order as we may sell it out from our other sales channels. In case of sold out , we will make it to order.
Please note that In case of Made to Order , Muga silk sets can take more than 3 months for us to deliver .
Shipping - 5-7 Business Days
