'KATHA-KOLI: Magenta' Handwoven Cotton Dhonekhali Saree
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The Saree
A striking triumph of deep, dramatic tones and structural alignment, the body of this authentic handwoven Dhonekhali masterpiece features a clever, highly modern checkered layout. Crafted with exceptional skill in the historic Dhonekhali weaving clusters of West Bengal, the entire canvas is built on broad, 1-inch wide stripes that intersect to form an incredibly engaging grid. The vertical lines run in a crisp combination of clean white and rich magenta, while the horizontal bands introduce a beautiful contrast of deep charcoal grey, clean white, and bright fuchsia. This unique palette gives the checks a highly versatile, playful yet polished look that effortlessly commands authority in formal boardrooms and adds a vibrant elegance to festive gatherings.
The border layout is a breathtaking visual spectacle. It opens at the outermost edge with a fine, 0.5 cm crimson red dobby pinstripe, leading into a grand 3-inch wide solid band in a light raspberry red shade. Because this light raspberry band intersects directly with the multi-toned body stripes, it creates a spectacular optical illusion of alternating vertical bands in shifting lighter and darker shades of raspberry red. This fluid frame is followed by an inner 0.5 cm crimson red stripe before culminating beautifully in a majestic, 1.5-inch wide ornate Naksha border featuring a detailed, running row of traditional paisley and chevron motifs handwoven in rich crimson red.
The Pallu
The pallu is a beautiful celebration of linear rhythm and traditional symbolism. It features a sequence of horizontal stripes in magenta and white, woven in varying widths with a prominent, wide magenta band taking center stage. Anchoring this modern layout are two prominent rows of the iconic 'Dhaaner Sheesh' (sheaf of paddy) motif, meticulously handwoven in rich crimson red and white extra-weft threads to deliver a clean, sophisticated heritage finish over the shoulder.
The Blouse
This saree is a standalone heritage piece and does not come with a blouse piece. To create a sharp, highly contemporary look, pair it with a solid sleeveless charcoal grey cotton blouse, a tailored crimson red linen crop top, or a crisp white boat-neck blouse to elegantly match the bright tones of the checkered body.
Product Details
- Material: 100% Premium Pure Handwoven Cotton
- Weaving Technique: Traditional Dhonekhali Handloom Weave featuring 1-inch multi-toned checks, a tone-shifting raspberry red dobby border with an intricate 1.5-inch extra-weft crimson red paisley & chevron Naksha band, and a custom-striped Dhaaner Sheesh pallu.
- Colour Palette: Magenta, Fuchsia, Light Raspberry Red, Crimson Red, Charcoal Grey, and Clean White
- Border Type: 3-inch Light Raspberry Band (shifting between light and dark raspberry tones) flanked by 0.5 cm crimson pinstripes, ending in a 1.5-inch crimson paisley and chevron Naksha edge
- Length: 5.6 metres | Width: 47.5 inches
- Blouse Piece: None
Specifications & Care
- Texture: Exceptionally lightweight, highly breathable, and perfectly suited for the nuances of Indian weather. This saree arrives starched to hold a crisp, pristine form right out of the box. While we recommend light starching to maintain its signature, sophisticated structure, it can absolutely be worn and maintained without starch as well. If you prefer a completely fluid drape, we recommend soaking the saree overnight in salt water to easily remove the starch. The fabric possesses an incredible quality of growing softer, more fluid, and more supple with every subsequent wash and wear.
- Care Instructions: Gentle hand wash separately in cold water only using a mild liquid detergent. Do not wring or squeeze excessively. Avoid drying in direct sunlight to maintain the distinct brilliance of the turmeric yellow and green hand-dyed yarns.
- 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.
Product Note
This is a completely handmade product from craftspeople and therefore, slight variations in colors or design may occur across pieces. Any slight irregularities are distinctive and inherent to the beauty of this creation due to the nature of the product. We have tried to capture the color in natural light, however there may be slight variations due to individual screen settings.
We hope you enjoy draping this wearable art which is truly a labor of love. Our weavers and artisans put in their utmost efforts and skills in making these products, which are a living testimony of our country’s rich and diverse cultural heritage.
Shipping & Return
We ship across the globe.
Shipping is free within India for all our orders.
For all international orders, we charge the customer at actuals. We use DHL, Aramex or Fedex depending on the service availability and cost for the location.
We offer return within 3 days of receipt of the order if there is any major defect in the saree/ dupatta or sizing issues with blouses. Please note, no return is accepted for customized stitching orders of blouses or sarees for which fall/edging have been done or pre-order has been placed by the customer. Since these are handmade products, minor irregulaties in weaving or crafting will not be considered a defect, it is in fact a proof of the authenticity of the product.
More details are on the Return and Refund page.
