This is a Handloom, Hundred Percent Pure Muga Silk Saree from the looms of ASSAM.
The motifs are in golden tested zari .
This sari's pattern and the combination of only Muga and golden zari makes it a classic piece that will never go out of fashion .
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 produces 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.
It is lightweight .The fluffiness is inherent to wild reeled silks .
You can use normal Iron set at silk temperature to press .
It will settle down and will become softer over the years. The beauty of the yarn is that it retains its lustre & looses very little strength even when washed over the years .
The Saree comes with a plain Golden Muga Silk blouse piece with borders . You can also wear it with any contrast coloured matching blouse or jacket.
Saree Length - 5.6 mts , Width - 46 "
This Sari will come with authentication test & GI tag . This is a government certified tag that ensures the authenticity of the yarns.
We try to capture the exact colours but due to lighting issues , there may be slight difference of colour between the actual product and that of the image.
Also note that there may be some inconsistency on the fabric surface due to the presence of these wild silk yarns and inconsistencies are also part of handloom process. These are not defects .
Wash Care - Dry Clean Only due to the presence of zari . Store in cool and dry place . It will outlast one's life time if properly stored and taken care of .
Shipping - Since it is Made to Order , it make take up to 2 months for us to deliver the saree.
