Smoky Taupe Handwoven Pure Silk Kanchi Pattu Butta Saree with Antique Gold Zari and Burnt Orange Selvedge

Smoky Taupe, also known in Tamil as gothumai (wheat), gives this handwoven pure silk Kanchi Pattu saree an unusually refined neutral character, moving between mushroom, cocoa, stone and warm greige as the silk catches the light. Small handwoven zari buttas are spaced across the open body, allowing the soft sheen of the silk itself to remain visible.

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This is a confirmed Butta composition in pure mulberry silk, with small handwoven zari buttas spaced across the body rather than a continuous pattern. A saree of this type typically represents approximately 14 to 18 active days on the loom, although individual weaving time varies. Woven for Idam Living by skilled artisan families in the Kanchipuram district of Tamil Nadu. Read our story.

Body, Border and Pallu: Antique-gold zari builds gradually through the border and pallu, structured through fine geometric weaving, ornamental registers and traditional woven detailing, with a mellow old-gold quality that sits beautifully against the Smoky Taupe silk. A narrow Burnt Orange selvedge runs along the outer edge, adding a fine warm accent to the otherwise tonal palette, while the pallu develops into a much denser zari composition with an expansive geometric metallic field and richly woven registers. Explore the wider pure silk Kanchipuram collection for more of this character.

Styling: Pair it with Smoky Taupe for a tonal look, antique gold for a more traditional treatment, or Burnt Orange when you want to draw attention to the selvedge. Temple jewellery, antique gold or sculptural gold pieces complement the palette naturally. This saree suits weddings, temple occasions and festive gatherings.