Charcoal Green Muslin Silk Handwoven Jamdani Saree | Floral Motifs | Silk Mark Certified | Tamal Boutique

Tamal Boutique presents this Charcoal Green Muslin Silk Handwoven Jamdani Saree: crafted from ultra-fine muslin silk — a fabric whose history stretches from the Mughal courts to UNESCO heritage recognition — and individually woven with multicolour floral Jamdani motifs by master artisans of Bengal. At 385 grams for 6.5 metres, this is a saree of exceptional refinement. Silk Mark certified for purity, and complete with a matching blouse piece.

Why This Saree?

• Charcoal Green — A Rare Palette: An unusual, sophisticated colour that pairs beautifully with antique gold, oxidised silver, kundan, and pearl jewellery. Its smoky depth gives it a quiet intensity that reads as both traditional and contemporary.
• Muslin Silk Base: Woven from an exceptionally fine silk yarn, producing a fabric of natural translucency, gossamer lightness, and a liquid, flowing drape. Among the most refined silk weave bases in Indian handloom tradition.
• Ultra-Lightweight at 385g: For a handwoven silk saree of 6.5 metres, 385 grams is exceptional — a direct marker of the muslin silk yarn’s fineness and the weaver’s skill.
• Handwoven Jamdani Floral Motifs: Every floral motif is individually hand-woven using the Jamdani supplementary weft needlework technique on the loom — UNESCO-recognised, irreplicable by machine, unique on every piece.
• Dhakai Jamdani Heritage: Rooted in the Dhakai Jamdani tradition — the historical centre of muslin Jamdani weaving, inscribed by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
• Silk Mark Certified: Authenticated by the Silk Mark Organisation of India (Ministry of Textiles) — 100% pure silk, guaranteed.

Product Specifications

• Fabric: Muslin Silk (Silk Mark Certified)
• Technique: Handwoven Jamdani (needlework)
• Motifs: Floral
• Length × Width: 6.5 m × 46"
• Weight: 385 g (ultra-lightweight)
• Colour: Charcoal Green with floral motifs
• Blouse Piece: Yes — included
• Origin: West Bengal, India

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Muslin Silk?
Muslin silk is a fine silk fabric woven from an exceptionally thin silk yarn, producing a textile of remarkable lightness, natural translucency, and a fluid, almost liquid drape. Historically, the finest muslin — woven in Dhaka and Bengal — was so fine it was called "woven air" or "running water" by Mughal court writers. Modern muslin silk continues this tradition of extreme fineness and is prized above all for its gossamer weight and the way it moves with the wearer.

What is Dhakai Jamdani?
Dhakai Jamdani refers to the Jamdani handloom weaving tradition originating in Dhaka (now Bangladesh) and the broader Bengal region, inscribed by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Characterised by supplementary weft needlework motifs woven directly into fine muslin or silk, Dhakai Jamdani is one of the most technically demanding and culturally significant textile traditions in the world.

What makes charcoal green a distinctive colour for this saree?
Charcoal green is an unusual and sophisticated palette — a deep, smoky green with jewel-like depth that shifts under different light conditions. Unlike brighter greens, it has a quiet intensity that makes it equally suitable for daytime events and evening occasions, and it pairs exceptionally well with gold, silver, and oxidised jewellery. It is a colour that connoisseurs notice.

Is this saree Silk Mark certified?
Yes — it carries the Silk Mark certification from the Silk Mark Organisation of India, guaranteeing 100% pure natural silk.

What occasions is this saree best suited for?
The charcoal green palette and gossamer muslin silk base make this saree ideal for weddings (as a guest or family member), Durga Puja, festive celebrations, literary and cultural gatherings, and any occasion where a refined, lightweight silk with a sophisticated colour palette is sought.

How is the Jamdani floral motif woven into this saree?
Each floral motif is woven into the fabric on the loom using the Jamdani needlework technique — supplementary weft threads inserted by hand, flower by flower, during the weaving process. The motifs exist within the weave structure itself and will never fade, peel, or wash off, regardless of age or use.

How do I care for a Muslin Silk Jamdani saree?
Dry clean strongly recommended. Muslin silk’s extreme fineness makes it sensitive to agitation in washing. Store folded in soft muslin or silk cloth in a cool, dry, dark place. Avoid prolonged sunlight exposure and contact with perfume or sharp jewellery edges.