'SHIULI TOLA: Dusty Rose' Handwoven Cotton Dhonekhali Saree

The Saree

A nostalgic, vibrant celebration of early autumn mornings in Bengal, the body of this authentic handwoven Dhonekhali masterpiece features a striking horizontal striped layout all over. Crafted with meticulous precision in the historic Dhonekhali weaving clusters of West Bengal, the entire canvas is brought to life by alternating horizontal stripes each exactly 0.5 cm wide in an enchanting blend of crisp lime green, bright orange, and soft dusty rose pink. Framing this colourful, rhythmic body is a grand and highly structured dobby border. The border layout begins at the outermost edge with a thin maroon pinstripe that opens up into a magnificent, 6.5 cm wide solid band in a rich Falu red shade. This bold block of color is followed by an inner maroon pinstripe before culminating beautifully in a traditional maroon temple border, elegantly interspersed with delicate floral motifs handwoven against a soft cream backdrop.

The Pallu

The pallu is a masterclass in playful geometric alignment and cultural symbolism. It features a wonderful, heavy concentration of horizontal stripes in varying widths of pristine white and deep maroon that intersect visually over the shoulder to create a beautiful, highly dynamic block of checks. Grounding this fun and graphic multi-striped layout are two rows of the iconic 'Dhaaner Sheesh' (sheaf of paddy) motif, intricately handwoven in maroon and white extra-weft threads to complete the authentic heritage drape.

The Blouse

This saree is a standalone heritage piece and does not come with a blouse piece. To accentuate its rich, multi-toned accents, pair it with a solid sleeveless Falu red or maroon cotton blouse, a tailored dusty rose pink linen crop top, or a crisp cream boat-neck blouse to elegantly draw attention to the floral detailing in the border.

Product Details

• Material: 100% Premium Pure Handwoven Cotton
• Weaving Technique: Traditional Dhonekhali Handloom Weave featuring 0.5 cm horizontal multi-colour stripes, an intricate Falu red dobby border with a cream floral-temple edge, and a checked Dhaaner Sheesh pallu.
• Colour Palette: Lime Green, Bright Orange, Dusty Rose Pink, Falu Red, Deep Maroon, and Soft Cream
• Border Type: 6.5 cm Falu Red Band flanked by maroon pinstripes, ending in a cream-based maroon temple and floral motif edge
• Length: 5.6 metres | Width: 48 inches
• Blouse Piece: None

Specifications & Care

• Texture: Lightweight, highly breathable, and tailored specifically for the nuances of Indian weather. This saree arrives starched to hold a crisp, pristine form right out of the box. While we recommend periodic starching to preserve its signature structural look, it can absolutely be worn and maintained without starch as well. The fabric possesses an incredible quality of growing softer and more supple with every subsequent wash and wear.
• Care Instructions: Gentle hand wash separately in cold water only using a mild liquid detergent. Avoid drying in direct sunlight to maintain the integrity of the sage green base and the rich maroon and plum dyes.
• Shipping: Free shipping within India.
• Delivery: Dispatched and delivered within 3–8 business days from the date of your order.
  
  

  Price is inclusive of 5% GST

  Note from the Loom: The Dhonekhali weave is celebrated for its lightweight feel and culturally rich motifs. Because this is an authentic hand-loomed product from Hooghly, West Bengal, minor variations in stripe intervals, subtle thread slubs, or gentle colour textures are celebrated characteristics of its fine manual craftsmanship.

  Product Note: Being a handwoven product, slight variations in colour, weave, or design are natural and reflect the authentic beauty of handcrafted textiles. The blouses featured in the photoshoots are for representation purposes only and are sold separately.