Magenta Kanchipuram Silk Saree – Double Side Ketti Border with Zari Butta

Description

Magenta — the deep magenta-pink that speaks of celebration, love, and South Indian festivity — is given its full, magnificent expression in this Kanchipuram Silk Saree. The double-side Ketti (wide/thick) border frames the Majantha silk body with bold authority — Ketti referring to the substantial width of the border weave, which is a mark of a premium, grand saree.

Having the Ketti border on both sides (double-side) is a statement of the highest category of Kanchipuram weaving — the visual effect is one of complete enclosure and grandeur, with the body looking like a jewel set in a wide gold frame. The body features individual zari butta motifs scattered with careful artistry, and the grand rich pallu provides a fitting conclusion. A matching blouse piece is included.

🌸 Key Features
• Fabric: Pure Kanchipuram Silk with genuine zari
• Weave: Double Side Ketti (wide) border construction
• Body: Zari butta motifs across the Majantha body
• Border: Double-side wide (Ketti) border
• Pallu: Grand richly woven pallu
• Blouse: Matching blouse piece included
• Colour: Majantha (magenta-pink)
• Occasion: Weddings, Grand festive events, Nalangu, Receptions

🧵 The Craft Behind This Saree
A wide Ketti border requires the loom to carry a much larger border warp than standard sarees — meaning more threads, more tension management, and significantly more weaving time per yard. Combined with a double-side construction, this saree represents hours of additional skilled labour compared to a single-border equivalent.

🌿 Care Instructions
Dry clean only to preserve silk lustre and zari brilliance. Store in a breathable muslin or cotton cloth to prevent moisture damage. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to retain colour vibrancy. Do not fold along zari lines; roll gently to prevent creasing.

📝 Note
Slight colour variations may occur due to photographic lighting or screen settings. Each saree is handwoven — minor irregularities are the hallmark of authentic craftsmanship.