{"product_id":"blue-peacock-dual-shade-lotus-butta-maheshwari-silk-cotton-saree","title":"Peacock Blue Dual Shade Lotus Butta Maheshwari Silk Cotton Saree","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePeacock Blue Dual Shade Lotus Butta Maheshwari Silk Cotton Saree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a blue Maheshwari silk cotton saree that shifts to peacock blue as it catches the light, with gold zari lotus buttas woven in lines across the body. It is built for reception evenings - the dual shade does its work under artificial light, and the drape stays light enough to wear through a long function without needing constant adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaheshwari silk cotton saree, 6.3 metres in length including the blouse piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 45–47 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue and peacock blue dual shade with gold zari lotus buttas in line arrangement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnstitched blouse piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree size — drapes to suit all body types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality-checked before dispatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy this works for a reception\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reception is an evening event under mixed artificial lighting, which flattens most flat-coloured sarees. A dual shade does the opposite — blue and peacock blue separate and recombine as you move through the room, so the saree reads differently from across the hall than it does up close. The lotus buttas run in lines rather than scattered, which gives the drape a vertical rhythm in photographs. And because it is silk cotton rather than a heavy silk, you can sit through dinner in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry clean for the first few washes. Do not machine wash. Air in shade before folding, store in the complimentary saree storage bag, and keep away from direct perfume spray and damp cupboards. Refold every three to six months in long storage so the zari does not crease permanently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this pure silk?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Maheshwari is woven as a silk-cotton blend, and we label it as Maheshwari silk cotton rather than pure silk. The cotton keeps it breathable; the silk gives the surface its sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does dual shade mean on a saree?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDual shade means two colours are woven into the fabric — one in the warp, one in the weft — so the saree appears to shift between them depending on the angle and the light. Here that is royal blue shifting to peacock blue. It is a weaving effect, not a print or a dye treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are lotus buttas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButtas are small woven motifs placed across the body of a saree. On this piece they are lotus-shaped and worked in gold zari, arranged in lines rather than scattered at random.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this saree work under evening lighting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is the situation it suits best. Both blues deepen under warm indoor light and the gold zari lotus work picks up the glow, which is why we recommend it for receptions and evening functions rather than bright daytime events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it come with a blouse piece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, an unstitched blouse piece is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6.3 metres long including the blouse piece, and 45–47 inches wide. The saree is free size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it comfortable for a long event?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Maheshwari silk cotton is a light weave with a soft fall. It does not need the pinning or shapewear that a heavy silk usually requires, which is what makes it practical for an event that runs several hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the shade look the same as the photographs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect slight variation. Dual shade fabrics are particularly hard to photograph accurately because the colour changes with the angle. Message us on WhatsApp and we will send a video of this saree so you can see how it moves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eI need something for a daytime function instead — is this right?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is styled for evenings. For a daytime muhurtham or wedding guest occasion, our Bottle Green Zari Checked Maheshwari is the better choice; for temple occasions, look at the Green Maheshwari with Pink Pallu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Cash on Delivery available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, for eligible PIN codes. Enter your pincode at checkout to confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady-to-ship orders leave us within 1–3 working days. Tamil Nadu delivery is 4–5 working days after dispatch; the rest of India is 7–15; international is 7–21.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if I need to return or exchange it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExchanges are accepted within 4 days of delivery if the saree is unused, unwashed and returned with original tags and packaging plus an unboxing video. Refunds apply only to damaged or defective items, supported by a continuous unboxing video, processed within 7–10 working days. Return shipping is arranged and paid by you — we do not currently offer reverse pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salma handlooms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55986321588392,"sku":"MAY26-MSRB-SA-IEPP-MUS","price":8960.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/0514\/7304\/files\/33A34E6A-DB00-4A61-9085-F01B89C82D70.jpg?v=1789381463","url":"https:\/\/vinisethnic.com\/products\/blue-peacock-dual-shade-lotus-butta-maheshwari-silk-cotton-saree","provider":"Vini's Ethnic ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}