{"product_id":"black-slub-cotton-saree-with-silver-zari-stripes-and-grey-pallu-with-blouse-piece","title":"Black Khadi Cotton Saree with Silver Zari Stripes and Grey Pallu","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a black kadhi cotton saree with fine silver zari stripes running through the body, and a contrast grey pallu finished with tassels. It is 6 metres long and comes with a plain black blouse piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFabric and weave\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis saree is \u003cstrong\u003epowerloom-woven cotton\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEthnic Vastrr sells both handloom and powerloom pieces, and we don't blur the line between the two. A powerloom saree is woven on a mechanised loom rather than by hand. It is a genuinely good everyday cotton saree \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is black, with fine silver zari vertical lines running through it at close, even intervals. The pallu shifts to a soft grey with a slubby, textured surface, and ends in hand-tied black tassels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 6-metre saree (includes a plain running blouse)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree size — the saree fits all body types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho this saree is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is well-suited to office wear, daily wear and long days. Cotton breathes, which makes it comfortable in South Indian heat, and a black saree is an easy thing to reach for on a working morning. It also carries well to sabha events, cultural evenings and small family functions where you want something quiet rather than loud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to style it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA black saree with a fine silver stripe wants a blouse that adds something rather than repeating it. A printed or ikat blouse works beautifully here — the print takes centre stage and the saree stays understated. A bright contrast blouse in maroon, mustard or deep pink lifts the black, and picking up the grey of the pallu in a soft pastel blouse is the quieter way to do it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor jewellery, go big and handmade: oxidised silver, temple jewellery, or a single statement neckpiece. One statement piece is enough with this saree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash or machine wash in cold to lukewarm water with a mild detergent. No bleach or harsh chemicals. Wash darks and lights separately — a black saree especially. Do not wring or twist. Line dry in shade; direct sun fades cotton faster. Warm iron only, as excess heat damages the fabric. Store in a dry place wrapped in white cotton cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCotton may shrink slightly on the first wash. Small knots in the yarn are natural to cotton and are not a defect. Cared for this way, the saree will stay with you for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSee it before you buy it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can ask us for a video call before you place the order. We will show you this exact saree on camera — the fall, the true depth of the black, the texture of the pallu — so you are not buying from a photograph alone. Message us on WhatsApp at 7353931190 and tell us a time that suits you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping and returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree shipping on all prepaid orders within India. Cash on Delivery is available across India with a ₹150 cash-handling charge. Orders are usually dispatched within 1 working day, and delivered in 2–3 days to metro cities and 5–7 days to non-metro locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReturns are accepted within 5 days of receipt, and require an unedited parcel-opening video from start to finish. Exchanges are accepted within 3 days, with the product in its original condition and packaging. We do not have a pickup facility, so return shipping is arranged at your end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this saree handloom or powerloom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis saree is powerloom-woven cotton. It is not handloom. We sell both at Ethnic Vastrr and we label each piece honestly, so you always know which one you are buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I tell handloom from powerloom myself?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandloom fabric carries small irregularities — slight variation in the weave, tiny knots, a border that isn't perfectly identical end to end. Powerloom fabric is uniform, because a machine repeats the same motion exactly. Neither is a defect. They are different ways of making cloth, at different prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a khadi saree?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This fabric is often sold in the trade under the name \"khadi cotton\", and that is how it reached us, but genuine khadi is cloth that has been hand-spun and hand-woven. This saree is powerloom-woven cotton with a slubby, textured surface that resembles khadi. We would rather tell you that than let the word do work it hasn't earned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is this saree made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCotton. It is lightweight and breathable, and it gets softer with every wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat colour is the saree, and what colour is the pallu?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body of the saree is black with fine silver zari stripes. The pallu is a contrast grey with horizontal zari striping and black tassels at the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it come with a blouse piece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This saree comes with a blouse piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long is the saree?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 metres, which includes the blouse piece. It is free size and suits all body types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the silver stripes real silver zari?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are silver-toned zari lines woven into the body. We hold no metal certification or Silk Mark for the thread, so we do not describe it as pure silver zari.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this saree shrink after washing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCotton may shrink slightly on the first wash. Wash in cold to lukewarm water and line dry in shade to keep shrinkage to a minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this saree suitable for office and daily wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Cotton breathes well through a long day, and a black saree is easy to wear to work. It also suits sabha events, cultural evenings and small family functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat blouse colour goes with a black saree with a grey pallu?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA plain black blouse works well. For contrast, try maroon, mustard or deep pink. For something quieter, pick up the grey of the pallu in a soft pastel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are your shipping, return and exchange terms?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree shipping on prepaid orders within India, and Cash on Delivery across India with a ₹150 cash-handling charge. Dispatch is usually within 1 working day; delivery takes 2–3 days to metro cities and 5–7 days elsewhere. Returns within 5 days of receipt, with an unedited parcel-opening video. Exchanges within 3 days, in original condition and packaging. 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