Taupe Grey Handwoven Pure Silk Kanjeevaram Saree with Maroon Korvai Border

A retirement felicitation for a community elder calls for a saree that feels dignified and understated, and this taupe grey silk with its maroon korvai border was made for exactly that occasion. Korvai construction means the body and border are woven separately and structurally interlocked on the loom, giving the border a raised, sculptural quality. Each saree involves two separate weaving processes and takes 15 days on the loom — it cannot be replicated by machine. Woven by our family's artisan weaver families in Kunnam village near Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu — read our story.

The taupe grey body is woven in pure mulberry silk, scattered with small gold zari and silk-thread paisley motifs across the surface — a neutral, versatile tone with quiet richness. Explore our full Korvai sarees if this weave style speaks to you.

The border is where the korvai technique shows itself clearly — a deep maroon band with dense gold zari floral and geometric work, interlocked seamlessly with the taupe grey body. The pallu carries the same maroon and gold density for a dignified, finished drape.

This saree pairs beautifully with antique gold or pearl jewellery, and suits retirement functions, felicitation ceremonies, or any occasion calling for quiet, dignified elegance.

Shipping, blouse stitching & care →

Dry clean only. Store folded in a soft muslin cloth away from direct sunlight. Do not spray perfume directly on the silk or zari.

❖ Weave: Korvai — body and border woven separately and structurally interlocked on the loom
❖ Body: Taupe grey pure mulberry silk with gold zari and silk-thread paisley motifs
❖ Border: Deep maroon with dense gold zari floral and geometric work
❖ Pallu: Matching maroon and gold density
❖ Blouse piece: 0.8m included, self-colour taupe grey silk
❖ Silk Mark certified | Handwoven in Kunnam village, Kanchipuram
❖ 6.3 metres including blouse piece