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Turquoise Blue and Vermilion Red Handwoven Pure Silk Kanjivaram Kanchi Kattam Saree with Indigo Gold Border

Turquoise Blue and Vermilion Red Handwoven Pure Silk Kanjivaram Kanchi Kattam Saree with Indigo Gold Border

Turquoise like the clearest temple-tank water, vermilion like a fresh kumkum mark. Together they form little squares of colour that appear to dance against the cool indigo of a richly bordered Kanchipuram.

❖ Made to order, not off a shelf. This saree spent roughly 32 active days on the loom, in addition to dyeing, threading and finishing.

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The Kanchi Kattam body pairs electric turquoise with warm vermilion red. Where the two colours cross, quieter grey-blue passages settle between the saturated squares, giving this handwoven silk its moving, almost musical geometry. Handwoven by artisan weaver families in Kanchipuram district, Tamil Nadu, for Idam Living. A saree of this complexity represents approximately 32 or more active days on the loom, with exact weaving time varying according to the individual saree. Read our story.

Border: A deep indigo-purple border draws a strong line beneath the bright checks. Its broad gold field is worked in closely ordered zigzag patterns, with a fine floral register softening the meeting of the gold and blue silk.

Pallu: The pallu continues in deep indigo-purple, traced with slender, parallel gold lines. Wider gold woven bands and patterned edges echo the border, so the colour-blocked body gives way to a calmer, luminous ending.

Styling: For an evening gathering, pair the saree with a plain vermilion silk blouse and brushed-gold earrings. A turquoise blouse creates a more playful colour story. Wear the pallu slightly open to show its vertical gold lines, with hair swept into a low bun.

Shipping, Fall & Pico and care information | Pure silk saree care guide

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 Kanchi Kattam
Body Vivid turquoise and vermilion-red checks with subdued greyed-blue intersections and a clean handwoven grid.
Border A contrasting deep indigo-purple silk border edged with a wide antique-gold chevron-textured panel and small floral detailing.
Pallu A deep indigo-purple pallu carries refined parallel gold lines, textured gold side registers and a bold gold ornamental edge.
Colour Turquoise blue, vermilion red and deep indigo-purple
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
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What creates the small turquoise and vermilion squares?
This is Kanchi Kattam, a checked construction woven into the silk itself. Its turquoise and red colours form precise squares, with calmer mixed-colour passages where the two meet.
Is the border the same colour as the bright blue checks?
No. The checked body has turquoise and red, while the border shifts to a distinctly deeper indigo-purple. Its broad gold woven band makes the contrast more pronounced.
What distinguishes the pallu from the body?
The lively coloured checks give way to a deep indigo-purple pallu. Thin gold lines and broader woven gold registers carry the eye along its length.
Which blouse colour would highlight the turquoise checks?
A plain turquoise blouse would carry the colour of the body; vermilion creates a warmer contrast. Idam Living can discuss custom blouse stitching according to your preferred sleeve and neckline.
Does Silk Mark refer to the checked pattern?
Silk Mark concerns the authenticity of the silk, not certification of a particular design or motif. This Idam Living Kanchipuram listing carries the brand’s Silk Mark assurance.
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