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Manjal Yellow Handwoven Pure Silk Kanjivaram Varisaipet Saree with Deep Purple Border
Manjal Yellow Handwoven Pure Silk Kanjivaram Varisaipet Saree with Deep Purple Border
The colour of freshly ground manjal set against the purple of twilight, this Kanjivaram is all warmth and depth. Golden-yellow silk glows beneath a deep purple Varisaipet border with the cadence of old Kanchi ornament.
❖ This saree carries 16 days of loom work behind it, handwoven in Kanchipuram by artisan families continuing a generations-old craft.
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The Varisaipet border builds colour and detail in successive woven rows, like the stepped rhythm of a temple corridor. Scattered gold paisley Kalam buttas give the yellow body delicate points of light, while the deep purple contrast gathers the eye toward the elaborate border. Handwoven by artisan weaver families in Kanchipuram district, Tamil Nadu, for Idam Living. A saree of this complexity represents approximately 16 or more active days on the loom, with exact weaving time varying according to the individual saree. Read our story.
Border: Deep purple beneath tiered antique-gold Varisaipet bands, with Mayil Kann details, Thazhampoo Reku points, Rudraksham patterns and stylised woven peacocks along the lower register.
Pallu: A deep purple pallu with closely ordered gold lines, fine geometric grid-like detail, chakra-inspired circular accents and broad woven peacock registers arranged in layered bands.
Styling: A deep-purple raw-silk blouse is a natural companion; a copper-toned blouse would echo the slim warm edge. Pair with antique temple earrings and neatly gathered hair. The vivid Manjal body reads beautifully at festive pujas, classical dance evenings and family celebrations.
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Slight color variations due to screen and lighting; daylight photos/videos available on request.
Blouse Piece Included: 0.8m running blouse piece. See our Blouse Stitching Guide.
✦ Fall & Picot Finishing included complimentary with every order.
| Weave | Varisaipet |
|---|---|
| Body | A brilliant golden-yellow silk ground with scattered small gold paisley Kalam buttas and a few larger ornamental paisley forms. |
| Border | Deep purple beneath tiered antique-gold Varisaipet bands, with Mayil Kann details, Thazhampoo Reku points, Rudraksham patterns and stylised woven peacocks along the lower register. |
| Pallu | A deep purple pallu with closely ordered gold lines, fine geometric grid-like detail, chakra-inspired circular accents and broad woven peacock registers arranged in layered bands. |
| Colour | Radiant turmeric-flower Manjal yellow contrasted with deep violet-purple, a slim coppery-orange edge and warm antique-gold zari. |
| 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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Why is this yellow-and-purple saree called Varisaipet?
Why is this yellow-and-purple saree called Varisaipet?
Varisaipet refers to its many structured rows of border ornament. The deep purple border uses repeated gold bands to frame the bright Manjal-yellow silk.
What is the difference between the small body motifs and the border design?
What is the difference between the small body motifs and the border design?
The yellow body carries small Kalam paisley buttas in gold, with a few larger paisley accents. The purple border is much denser, combining Mayil Kann, Thazhampoo Reku, Rudraksham and woven peacock ornament.
Which blouse colour would make the Manjal and deep purple combination feel modern?
Which blouse colour would make the Manjal and deep purple combination feel modern?
A plain deep-violet blouse keeps the palette graphic and clear. For a warmer finish, choose a copper-toned blouse to pick up the slender edge beneath the gold zari.
Can the blouse have elbow-length sleeves or a higher neckline?
Can the blouse have elbow-length sleeves or a higher neckline?
Yes, you can discuss your preferred sleeve length and neckline with Idam Living when arranging custom blouse stitching. Share your measurements and reference photographs for the design discussion.
Why might the purple pallu appear different in photographs?
Why might the purple pallu appear different in photographs?
The contrast between deep purple silk and closely woven gold zari can read differently in daylight and under warm indoor lighting. Screen settings can also affect colour, so daylight photographs or videos can be requested.
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