DOR - the threads of India
Kosa Silk Saree
Kosa Silk Saree
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There is quiet confidence in Kosa silk. Its natural sheen catches light without asking for attention, exactly the kind of saree that makes a room pause. Handwoven in Chhatisgarh, Kosa is one of India's most treasured wild silk varieties, drawn from cocoons of tussar silkworms that feed on forest trees. The result is a fabric with a characteristic texture, slightly raw, entirely beautiful - that softens and deepens with every wear. This saree is woven by artisans in the Campa-Sakti weaving belt, where Kosa weaving has been passed down within families for generations. Each saree takes 7-10 days to complete on handloom. The body features a subtle self-weave pattern with a bold contrast border making it as appropriate for a corporate meeting as for a festive gathering. Pair with a contrast blouse for a classic look, or a simple cotton blouse to let the silk speak. Care: dry clean recommended, store folded in muslin cloth.
A Dor saree is never just clothing, it is a community - a thread between the artisan who made it and the woman who wears it.
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