Deep Navy Blue Handwoven Pure Silk Kanchipuram Saree with Rettapet Mayil Zari Border and Orange-Red Selvedge

Chosen for a Krishna Janmashtami celebration at a local temple, this handwoven pure silk Kanchipuram saree brings together deep navy blue, warm gold zari and a vivid orange-red selvedge. Twin parallel border lines create the balanced layered edge associated with Rettapet. Brought to life on the loom by artisan families in Kunnam village in Kanchipuram district, Tamil Nadu. Read our story.

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The body is woven in deep navy-blue pure mulberry silk, a saturated Karu Neelam shade with remarkable depth and clarity. Individually spaced gold zari buttas alternate between petite floral medallions and stylised ornamental forms, leaving measured areas of the dark blue silk visible. Explore our pure silk Kanchipuram collection.

The traditional Rettapet border is arranged through twin gold zari registers filled with prominent Mayil motifs, stylised floral forms and fine geometric detailing. The pallu becomes considerably richer with long vertical zari bands and ornamental woven compositions. A narrow orange-red silk selvedge traces the edge, introducing a vivid line of contrast against the deep navy blue and gold.

Styling suggestion: Introduce a clean orange-red raw-silk blouse to pick up the narrow selvedge, choosing a structured neckline without additional embroidery. Add sculptural polished-gold earrings and leave the neckline bare. Wear the pallu open over the shoulder so the vertical zari bands and Mayil registers remain the dominant ornamental feature.