'SHEDIN DUPHURE' Handwoven Cotton Dhonekhali Saree
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The Saree
A beautiful, evocative tribute to the warmth of sun-drenched memories, the body of this authentic handwoven Dhonekhali masterpiece is deeply comforting. Crafted with exceptional skill in the historic Dhonekhali weaving clusters of West Bengal, the main canvas opens with a rich, inviting warm olive base. Cascading across this entire earthy backdrop is a subtle, delicate Jharna (waterfall) texture meticulously handwoven in warm yellow threads, giving the body an understated, shimmering depth.
Framing this warm canvas is a grand, 3.5-inch wide architectural border that introduces an exquisite play of cool and warm tones. The layout is masterfully symmetry-driven, bookended at both the outer and inner edges by a specific grouping: a collection of fine, gleaming golden pinstripes flanked by a deep navy blue stripe. Anchored safely between these two structural groups, the central band of the border unfolds into a beautiful sequence of horizontal stripes transitioning from soft sky light blue to white, back to sky blue, into warm yellow, repeating into sky blue, white, and a final blue accent. To complete the silhouette with unmatched grace, the entire inner border edge culminates in a flowing row of delicate, heart-shaped paisley motifs handwoven in a rich blend of navy blue and shimmering zari.
The Pallu
The pallu is a masterfully detailed, highly rhythmic show-stopper that gracefully extends the saree’s vibrant colour story. The top and bottom sections feature a heavy cluster of horizontal stripes in deep dark blue, warm yellow, and a bright lime green. Nestled inside the lime green bands are rows of the iconic 'Dhaaner Sheesh' (sheaf of paddy) motif, intricately woven in alternating yellow and blue extra-weft threads. The expansive middle section of the pallu beautifully bridges these clusters with a series of equidistant, half-inch wide horizontal stripes that alternate between rich blue and warm yellow.
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 navy blue cotton blouse to match the intricate border details, a tailored warm olive linen crop top, or a crisp sky blue boat-neck blouse to elegantly play up the central pastel stripes of the border.
Product Details
- Material: 100% Premium Pure Handwoven Cotton with subtle Zari highlights
- Weaving Technique: Traditional Dhonekhali Handloom Weave featuring an all-over warm yellow Jharna texture on an olive base, an intricate multi-striped 3.5-inch border with extra-weft navy & zari heart-shaped paisleys, and a complex Dhaaner Sheesh multi-striped pallu.
- Colour Palette: Warm Olive Green, Warm Yellow, Sky Light Blue, Navy Blue, Lime Green, and Shimmering Gold
- Border Type: 3.5-inch detailed dobby border featuring sky blue, white, and yellow stripes framed by gold/navy bands, ending in a navy blue and zari heart-shaped paisley edge
- Length: 5.6 metres | Width: 48 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.
