Kalpataru Half and Half Kalamkari Silk Saree - Black and Beige

An elegant half and half saree that brings together Kanchipuram silk and silk organza using the korvai weaving technique. Hand-painted Kalamkari flowers and leaves grow across the subtle checks of the organza while the lower section has kolam-inspired motifs woven in pure zari that carry over through the pallu. Comes attached with plain blouse fabric in black. Material: Mulberry silk woven in Kanchipuram Colour: Black and Grey Length: 5.50m Blouse: 85cm Each Kanchipuram silk saree in our Kalpataru range is hand-painted by master artists in Kalahasti who have carried forward this tradition over generations. The sarees are painted using natural pigments derived from tree bark, fruit peels and flowers, washed in running river water and bleached by the sun. Every saree is moulded by the colours, water and sunlight of the region, and each line, stroke and variation is a testament to the artist’s skill and labour.  Note: Since the traditional Kalamkari process involves multiple rounds of preparation and washing, the attached blouse piece on this saree is slightly smaller than our standard allowance due to shrinkage. If you require more fabric or would like to tailor a c