Telia Rumal Double Ikat Cotton Saree

Traditional Telia Rumal Double Ikat Cotton Saree

A striking blend of black, white, and red, this 120-count pure handloom Telia Rumal cotton saree showcases a distinctive geometric pattern created through traditional Double Ikat weaving. The fine cotton construction offers a lightweight, breathable drape, while the bold colour combination gives the saree a refined handloom appeal.

Saree Body

The saree body features an all-over geometrical Telia Rumal pattern in black, white and red. The intricate design is developed using the Double Ikat technique, in which both warp and weft yarns are tied and dyed separately before being carefully aligned during weaving. This demanding process requires precision from skilled handloom weavers and gives the pattern its characteristic handcrafted appearance.

Saree Border

A plain red border adds a clean contrast to the geometric body and brings continuity to the red elements of the saree.

Saree Pallu

The pallu is finished with traditional Telia Rumal motifs and red vertical strips, creating a distinctive transition from the patterned body to the pallu.

Saree Blouse

Comes with an unstitched plain red cotton blouse, coordinated with the saree border and pallu.

Suitable for parties, office wear, outings, temple visits and poojas, this saree brings together the comfort of fine-count cotton with the intricate craftsmanship of traditional Telia Rumal Double Ikat weaving.

 

1. What makes this Telia Rumal saree special?
This is a rare Telia Rumal Double Ikat handloom saree made using a highly specialised weaving technique. Such sarees are made by only one family of weavers.

2. Why is this saree considered rare?
The design requires very precise planning, dyeing and weaving. The knowledge for making such intricate Telia Rumal designs is traditionally passed down within the weaving family, so only a few weavers continue this work.

3. Is this saree handwoven?
Yes. This is a genuine handloom saree, woven by an experienced Telia Rumal Double Ikat weaver.

4. Why is this saree more expensive than a regular cotton saree?
The price is mainly because of the skill, time, precision and specialised work involved in creating the Double Ikat design. It is a rare craft rather than an ordinary cotton saree.

5. Who traditionally wears Telia Rumal sarees?
Telia Rumal has a long history in Indian handloom and has been worn by distinguished personalities and on special occasions. Sarees from this tradition have also been associated with personalities such as Indira Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi.

6. Is this saree suitable for special occasions?
Yes. Its rarity and distinctive Double Ikat design make it especially suitable for special occasions, celebrations and for collectors of exclusive handloom sarees.

7. Is this saree commonly available?
No. Sarees with this type of traditional Telia Rumal Double Ikat work are made in very limited quantities and are not easily available like regular cotton sarees.