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Teal Blue Handwoven Pure Silk Kanjipuram Zari Kattam Saree with Gold Zari Bird Motif Border
Teal Blue Handwoven Pure Silk Kanjipuram Zari Kattam Saree with Gold Zari Bird Motif Border
For a Navratri gathering, wedding reception or evening classical program, this teal-blue Kanjipuram catches the light through a fine gold Zari Kattam grid rather than a solid metallic field. Spaced zari buttas keep the body open, while the tonal teal border introduces larger gold bird motifs and a slim fuchsia edge.
❖ Made to order, not off a shelf. This saree spent roughly 16 active days on the loom, in addition to dyeing, threading and finishing.
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Woven in the Zari Kattam tradition, the body is structured by fine classic-gold zari lines crossing the saturated teal-blue silk in a close, ordered grid. Individually spaced gold-zari buttas interrupt the geometry without crowding it. 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: The tonal teal border carries repeated stylised bird motifs in classic-gold zari, framed by floral-vine and geometric registers. A narrow fuchsia selvedge adds a clean flash of contrast at the outer edge without disturbing the blue-green and gold palette.
Pallu: The pallu remains in the teal-blue family but becomes markedly richer, with a broad classic-gold zari field, dense ornamental weaving and fine linear and geometric registers. The heavier zari concentration creates a luminous shoulder finish against the more open checked body.
Styling: Keep the blouse tonal teal for a seamless column of colour, or use a restrained fuchsia accent to echo the selvedge. Antique-gold earrings, a single temple-style necklace and a low braid or bun will keep the focus on the grid, bird border and zari-rich pallu.
The teal-blue and gold palette works naturally for Navratri and Golu gatherings, Vijayadashami, Deepavali, Karthigai Deepam, temple programs, weddings, receptions, arangetrams, Carnatic music programs, festive occasions, ceremonies, cultural gatherings and special occasions.
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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 | Zari Kattam |
|---|---|
| Body | Teal-blue pure silk with a fine classic-gold Zari Kattam grid and individually spaced gold-zari buttas |
| Border | Tonal teal border with repeated stylised bird motifs in classic-gold zari, floral-vine and geometric registers, and a slim fuchsia selvedge |
| Pallu | Tonal teal-blue pallu with a broad classic-gold zari field, dense ornamental weaving and fine linear and geometric registers |
| Colour | Teal blue with classic gold and a slim fuchsia edge |
| Blouse | 0.8 m running blouse piece included. Colour and design are not separately confirmed. |
| 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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What is Zari Kattam in this teal-blue Kanjipuram saree?
What is Zari Kattam in this teal-blue Kanjipuram saree?
Zari Kattam refers to the fine gold-zari grid woven across the silk body. Here, the ordered grid gives the teal-blue field structure while still leaving enough open silk for the individually spaced buttas to remain distinct.
What can be confirmed about the bird motifs in the teal border?
What can be confirmed about the bird motifs in the teal border?
The tonal teal border clearly carries repeated stylised bird motifs in classic-gold zari, supported by floral-vine and geometric registers. A more specific traditional bird identity is intentionally not assigned unless separately confirmed.
How will the teal-blue Zari Kattam change between daylight and evening light?
How will the teal-blue Zari Kattam change between daylight and evening light?
Daylight makes the blue-green cast and fine grid easier to read across the body. In evening light, the classic-gold lines, bird border and denser pallu become more prominent, giving the same saree a stronger metallic presence.
Can Idam Living suggest a blouse for the teal body and fuchsia edge?
Can Idam Living suggest a blouse for the teal body and fuchsia edge?
Yes. A tonal teal blouse keeps the geometry uninterrupted, while a restrained fuchsia accent can repeat the slim selvedge without competing with the border. Custom blouse stitching is available, and the saree includes a 0.8 m running blouse piece whose exact colour and design are not separately confirmed.
How should I store a Zari Kattam saree with a zari-rich pallu?
How should I store a Zari Kattam saree with a zari-rich pallu?
Dry clean only and store the saree folded in soft muslin away from direct sunlight. Avoid spraying perfume directly onto the silk or zari, and refold periodically so one crease does not remain under pressure for long periods.
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