Saree Care

Silk sarees (Kanjivaram, Banarasi)

• Dry clean only — never machine wash or soak in water.
• Air the saree out after each wear before folding away.
• Store flat or loosely rolled in a muslin or cotton cloth, never in plastic.
• Refold along different lines every few months to prevent permanent creases at the zari.
• Keep away from direct sunlight and perfume — zari tarnishes with prolonged exposure.

Cotton & linen sarees

• Hand wash separately in cold water for the first two washes.
• Machine wash gentle cycle thereafter, with similar colours.
• Line dry in shade — direct sun fades natural dyes faster.
• Iron on medium heat while slightly damp for a crisp finish.

Zari and embroidery

Genuine zari can tarnish with moisture and time — this is part of its character, not a defect. Store embroidered pallus flat where possible, and avoid folding directly on embroidered motifs for long periods.

Stains

Blot, don't rub. For anything beyond water, take it to a dry cleaner experienced with handloom silk within 48 hours for the best chance of a full recovery.