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Kathiripoo Purple and Warm Ivory Butta Pure Kanchipuram Silk Saree

Pure Kanchipuram Silk in a saturated Kathiripoo purple, deep as dusk-purple blossoms, meeting a warm-ivory border of graceful contrast. Petite gold Kamalam buttas glow across the body like quiet lamps.

❖ Woven on traditional handlooms by artisan families in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, where generations of weaving knowledge shape every saree. Approximately 16 active days on the loom, followed by careful finishing.

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A Butta saree: petite, widely spaced Kamalam buttas in gold-toned zari let the rich purple silk remain the focal point. Handwoven by artisan weaver families in Kanchipuram district, Tamil Nadu, for Idam Living. A saree of this complexity represents approximately 16 active days on the loom, with exact weaving time varying according to the individual saree. Read our story.

Border A warm-ivory two-tier border: rhythmic Vanki pettu chevrons above a wider Yaanai pettu of elephants and architectural and floral ornament in gold-toned zari.

Pallu The grand warm-ivory pallu is filled with closely woven zari lattice, fine geometric fields and ornate floral and elephant-inspired bands. Parallel gold stripes frame the end, finished with purple tassels.

Styling Wear with a blouse in the border shade for a traditional silhouette, or choose a restrained silk blouse to let the pallu's workmanship take centre stage. Suitable for weddings, temple celebrations and family occasions.

Weave	Butta
Body	Kathiripoo purple silk with petite Kamalam zari buttas
Colour	Kathiripoo purple with warm ivory
Blouse	0.8 m running blouse piece included. Please refer to the product images for the blouse piece colour and design.
Length	6.3 m total including 0.8 m running blouse piece
Origin	Handwoven for Idam Living by artisan weaving families in Kanchipuram district, Tamil Nadu
Silk Mark	Certified

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$397.00

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Blouse Piece Included 0.8 m running blouse piece with your saree.

Custom Blouse Stitching · $30 Made to measure. Four-week turnaround. Add stitching Free Shipping in the USA Standard delivery within two weeks of your order date. Shipping details

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Complete the look with these add-ons

Custom-tailored blouse made to measure for a Kanjivaram silk saree

Custom Blouse Stitching

$30.00

Pre-Pleating Service

$5.00

Matching Pure Cotton Inner Skirt

$5.00

Handmade Silk Thread Tassels

$12.00

What kind of silk saree is this?

A Pure Kanchipuram Silk saree in the Butta weave.

What makes the weave distinctive?

Petite Kamalam zari buttas on the Kathiripoo purple body, with Vanki pettu chevrons and a Yaanai elephant pettu on the warm-ivory border.

What does the pallu look like?

The grand warm-ivory pallu is filled with closely woven zari lattice, fine geometric fields and ornate floral and elephant-inspired bands, framed by parallel gold stripes and finished with purple tassels.

What zari does it have?

It is woven with 2 gm zari. For further detail on the zari, contact Idam Living on WhatsApp.

Can I order blouse stitching?

Yes. Custom blouse stitching is $30 with a four-week turnaround, and standard shipping within the USA is free. Please confirm availability on WhatsApp before ordering.