{"product_id":"dark-green-dual-tone-art-silk-saree-blended-mix-1","title":"Dark Green Dual Tone Art Silk Saree — Blended Mix","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Easiest Way Into a Dual-Tone Weave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKU-47297\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-tone weaving is one of those techniques that sounds like a luxury and usually prices like one — the loom work is slower, the tolerances are tighter, and the result costs accordingly. This piece is the exception. The Dark Green Dual Tone Art Silk Saree from\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thepanaya.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Panaya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings the shot-weave effect to the most accessible price in our dual-tone range, woven in Varanasi in Art Cotton Mix Silk to the same finishing standards as the rest of our\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thepanaya.com\/collections\/banarasi-saree\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBanarasi saree collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. If you have wanted a saree that changes as it moves without committing to a heavier silk, this is where to start.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fabric: Art Cotton Mix Silk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilk-like yarns over a cotton-mix base give the saree a weighted, even fall — the condition a dual-tone effect depends on, since the colour play only reads across clean, consistent folds. The blend’s soft matte finish diffuses the shift into something gradual rather than glassy, which is what separates a shot weave from a shiny synthetic. Comfortable through a long evening, quick to pleat, and hard-wearing enough for regular use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Craftsmanship: The Dual-Tone Weave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo differently coloured yarns are interlaced as the cloth is woven, so the effect is part of the structure rather than a finish applied to the surface — nothing to rub away or wash out. The technique asks more of the weaver than a plain ground does: the beat has to stay even or the balance between the two colours drifts across the length. This piece comes from the same Varanasi cluster as our finer silks and passes the same checks — even selvedges, consistent colour play from pleats to pallu, secure zari-toned detailing and a clean reverse. The blouse piece is cut from the same lot and carries the same effect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign Inspiration: The Dual-Tone Dark Green Palette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep green is the traditional counterweight to maroon in the Banaras palette — ceremonial without being bridal, and the choice for anyone who wants formality without red. A dark base is also where the dual-tone technique shows most clearly, since the contrast between the two colours has room to register. Gold and antique gold are the natural jewellery pairings, and a tonal or gold blouse keeps the attention on the cloth rather than the styling. Within our wider\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thepanaya.com\/collections\/banarasi-saree\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBanarasi saree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e range this is the entry point to our dual-tone pieces — the same technique that runs through our maroon and purple shot weaves, at the lowest price we offer it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOccasion \u0026amp; Styling Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvening Weddings \u0026amp; Receptions: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colour holds under artificial light where flat dark shades close up — antique gold jewellery, tonal or gold blouse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Alternative to Red or Maroon: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCeremonial presence for guests and family who would rather not wear red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFestive \u0026amp; Puja Wear: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen is auspicious and this is its most formal version — traditional jhumkas and bangles are enough.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the Blouse Plain: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy work or a strong contrast competes with the colour play. A simple tonal blouse lets the weave show.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"220\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"379\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArt Silk \/ Blended Mix Saree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e47297\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark Green, dual tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e   [name the second tone — and note how this differs from SKU 44644]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaree Fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArt Cotton Mix Silk \/ Blended Silk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlouse Fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArt Cotton Mix Silk \/ Blended Silk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeaving Technique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual-tone (shot) weave  [confirm motif technique — e.g. Booti \/ Jaal]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaree Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.30 metres (+ 0.90 metre blouse piece)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlouse Piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.90 metre, included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.10 metres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMRP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRs. 4,500.00\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted in Varanasi, India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Panaya Promise: Authenticity Guaranteed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery Panaya saree is listed exactly as it is woven, at every price point. This is an art silk \/ blended mix saree with a dual-tone weave — no inflated fabric claim, and no substitution between the piece described here and the piece that reaches your door. Each saree is sourced directly from our Varanasi weaving units and inspected for colour consistency, zari finish, fall and measurement before despatch. Deep dual-tone shades are difficult to photograph faithfully — the balance between the two colours reads differently on screen than in daylight, and that shift is the nature of the weave rather than a variation in the product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse the full\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thepanaya.com\/collections\/banarasi-saree\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBanarasi Saree Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to see the rest of the range — everyday art silk drapes at one end, pure Katan silk heirlooms at the other.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeritage Care \u0026amp; Storage Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaning: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry clean for the first few washes so both tones hold evenly and the zari finish is protected; a mild cold hand-wash with a gentle detergent is safe thereafter. Wash separately — deep greens bleed onto lighter fabrics — and never bleach, which attacks the two dyes at different rates and flattens the colour play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore flat, wrapped in a breathable cotton or muslin cloth, away from direct sunlight and damp. Refold rather than leaving the same face exposed, since uneven light fades one tone faster than the other.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefold along different lines every few weeks to prevent permanent crease lines, which show sharply on dark shades, and press on low heat with a cotton cloth in between.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaree Length: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.30 metres  |  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlouse Piece: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.90 metre included  |  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.10 metres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy Returns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 7-day hassle-free return \u0026amp; exchange.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thepanaya.com\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView our return policy →\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Panaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52226257355040,"sku":"47297","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/thepanaya.com\/products\/dark-green-dual-tone-art-silk-saree-blended-mix-1","provider":"The Panaya","version":"1.0","type":"link"}