Turmeric Dyed Traditional Mekhela Chador Set from our looms in Assam , India .
The Mekhla and Chador is a traditional 2 piece dress from the North East State of Assam, India . The Mekhla is appx 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.
The set has Eri Silk in the warp and Eri silk in the weft and all the interwoven motifs in natural dyed Eri Silk .
Since Eri Silk is there, the set does not have the typical sheen that is associated with Silks from India. Eri Silk is an indigenous Silk variety from India found in Assam and some other North Eastern States. The lack of sheen is typical of Eri Silks. Eri Silk is also known as peace silk or Ahimsa silk .
Eri Silk looks and feels like cotton but has the unique properties of silk . Eri Silk is a all weather silk and Eri creates a very unique texture . Here we have used fine mill spun Eri Silk that gives the set a soft hand feel and beautiful fall .
Eri silks are easier to care for than mulberry or Tassar. They also have anti fungal properties that makes it excellent for anyone with skin allergies towards silks or other fibres.
It has a blouse piece that comes with a border .
Please note that there may be some difference in colours between the actual set and that in the image due to lighting issues and the presence of silks .
Wash Care - Dry Clean Only .
Do check with us on the availability of this piece before placing the order. In case of Sold Out , we will make it to order . In case of order , customisation of motif colours possible.
Made to Order delivery time - 1.5 months appx .
