Handloom Traditional Mekhela Chador set from our looms in Assam , India
It has Tassar silk in the warp and weft . The interwoven motifs are in natural golden zari and acrylic.
The set is ideal for formal occasions like marriages . The motifs are very traditional in their design and pattern.
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 stiched. 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.
Tassar Silk - Listed as Vanya Silk or Wild Silk by the Central Silk Board of India , it is found mostly in the forest areas of Jharkhand , Chattisgarh & Orissa in India .Tassar silk yarn production is still a village activity & tribal activity providing means of employment to many women of these communities.
The set comes with a blouse piece that has the border .
Wash Care - Dry Clean only due to the presence of coloured yarns .
Please note that there may be very minor difference in colours between the actual product and that in the image due to lighting issues and presence of silk .
In case of Made to Order - customisation possible and delivery time can be up to 5 /6 weeks.
