Bhanurekha

At Parvai, each sari we craft is a testament to the rich tapestry of human creativity, collaboration, progress, and excellence. These exquisite garments not only celebrate tradition but also tell compelling stories. Here are some inspiring facts about the sari that underscore its remarkable value and significance:

Here are some inspiring facts about the sari that highlight its true worth and value:

• Woven in Kanchipuram, this sari embodies a magnificent weaving legacy steeped in history.
• It beautifully recreates a 1950s design originating from the Anantapur District in Andhra Pradesh.
• With gold zari and pure silk, it exudes luxurious comfort and presence.
• Easy to care for, it will retain its beauty for years—something we wholeheartedly believe in.
• The creation process is a testament to artistry, requiring over 200 person-hours. The body showcases more than 900 small floral motifs, each crafted with the skill of extra weft handweaving.
• The unique, ornate pallu reflects the dedication of skilled artisans executing the design with exceptional beauty and finesse.
• Our artisan team is compensated with dignified, traceable wages.
• This sari stands as a symbol of durability, sustainability, and biodegradability.

This exquisite Kanchipuram silk sari features a peacock greenshade adorned with over 900 tiny floral motifs along its length. The colour is a result of a distinct shade of green and rose pink coming together on the warp and weft. The shimmering gold zari kuyil kann band on the borders enhances the overall elegance of this beautiful drape. The sari culminates in a luxurious pallu embellished with beautiful kamalam and diamond motifs. It is paired with a continuation blouse.

Dimensions:

• Length - 5.5 meters
• Width - 1.27 meters,
• Blouse - 1 meter
• Weight - 795 grms 
• Garment care: Take care of your garment, for these are heirloom pieces that can be passed across generations. We recommend gently hand-washing these sarees in cool water with a mild shampoo. Shade dry these sarees & avoid drying them under direct sunlight. A swift stream press will bring out the best in the sari.

Each Parvai saree is woven in Kanchipuram on our looms. All materials, including the zari, are sourced ethically and tested for purity. This allows us to control the quality of our sarees from design to finish. We wish for every Parvai Kanchipuram to help restore the dignity and pride of the highly skilled weavers of this area and, in the process, lead to a better understanding and appreciation of the weave.

• Woven in: Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
• Woven with: Pure mulberry silk - 2-ply warp, 4-ply weft and 3g gold zari
• Technique: Traditional floor loom with jacquard. 
• Pre-loom preparation time: 22 days
• Motif: Kamalam motif
• Weaving process: 32 days

"Do you ever wonder who made your clothes? If you haven't done it yet, it is about time you did. Often, hand-made products are made at the cost of slave labour and inhuman working conditions. At Parvai, we ensure our process does not directly or indirectly support such practices, pay artisans their due & take pride in ensuring the saree does not come at the cost of someone else's misery. Each saree is hence truly a labour of love. Our Kanchipuram silks are woven at our looms, fully supervised by Parvai's team from design to finish."

• Dyers: Shohan Babu and his team of 2 dyers
• Preloom Preparations: Nearly six people are involved in warping and sizing.
• Petni: Mala & Shanti
• Master Weaver: Dhanashekhar
• Weaver: Vaelayudhan

Our journey with Parvai began with an urge to create something special, which is why commissioned work is a big part of our story. Not only is it truly exclusive when you commission a sari, but you grow close to it over time as you see it being designed, the jacquards being created, the looms being set up and observing the weaving process. It is hard not to grow close to a sari you see being made from the start – truly yours. Our team aspires to keep our clients updated on the weaving process for commissioned projects – even loom visits can be arranged if requested.

Not only is commissioning a sari fulfilling, but it is also educational. Often, the designs we come up with call for innovation from the weaver’s end concerning the choice of reeds, jacquard equipment, or even loom set-up. And to see a sari woven, inch by inch, is a true ode to slow fashion & sustainability. Customised work also means dyeing is done precisely to fit the requirements of the sari, leading to lesser wastage of resources – it is a much kinder process than. However, like all things hand-made, it comes with its drawbacks. For instance, small irregularities in weaving or minor errors in motifs are observed, especially when a sari is woven entirely in adai. After all, these are not machine-made to be 100% perfect. These minor irregularities do not impact the end quality of the product, nor do they show up when draped. Any sari that does not pass our QC checks is not sold and is archived, even if it is a special order. But the charm lies in knowing a hand-made item comes with these minor irregularities, which are a true mark of authenticity for something created from scratch and not woven in mass for the mass market.

Note: This product is handwoven, so slight irregularities might exist. Imperfections and variations in the product cannot be termed defects, as these are intrinsic to the handmade process. The product colours may vary due to the light sources or monitor settings.

We offer free shipping. Upon purchase, the product is dispatched within 7 to 10 business days. Returns are accepted within two days of delivery. Cancellation requests will be accepted strictly within 24 hours of placing the order.

Urgent shipping within 2-5 days can be arranged at an additional charge based on the shipping location.

Do you want to know more? We are available at +917358550888 (WhatsApp) & happy to speak to you about our creations.