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Bishnupur Baluchari Silk Stole | Handloom Gifting Piece

Bishnupur Baluchari Silk Stole | Handloom Gifting Piece

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Color: Green and Geometric

Fabric: Silk, Pure Mulberry Silk, and Pure Silk

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A handwoven pure silk Baluchari stole from Bishnupur, West Bengal — featuring narrative motifs from Indian mythology woven entirely in silk on traditional pit looms. The most considered, transportable, and universally wearable expression of Bishnupur handloom craft — a gift that arrives as a piece of living textile heritage.

Styling the Stole

For women: drape loosely over a saree or salwar for layered handloom texture. For men: fold lengthwise and drape over a kurta or sherwani for weddings and cultural occasions. Displayed flat, the stole also makes a striking wall textile for those who collect Indian handloom art.

  • Pure silk, handloom woven in Bishnupur, Bankura, West Bengal — each piece unique in character
  • Authentic Baluchari narrative motifs — Ramayana and Mahabharata figures woven in silk, not printed
  • Elaborately worked terminal panels with dense mythological motif detail
  • Unisex — for men and women across weddings, festive, and cultural occasions
  • The ideal handloom gift for Diwali, Raksha Bandhan, Karva Chauth, Navratri, and Indian wedding season
  • Dry clean only; store folded in muslin to preserve silk lustre and woven motif clarity
  • Ships internationally — a trusted gifting piece for the Indian diaspora in UK, USA, EU, Canada, and Australia

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is a Bishnupur Baluchari silk stole a meaningful gift?
A: A Baluchari silk stole from Bishnupur carries the narrative craft of one of India's most distinguished handloom traditions — mythological motifs woven by hand in pure silk by artisan families in Bankura, West Bengal. It is a gift that communicates cultural knowledge, craft appreciation, and genuine thoughtfulness. No two pieces are identical, making each stole a singular object rather than a commodity.

Q: What occasions is this stole suited for as a gift?
A: It is a natural gifting choice for Diwali, Raksha Bandhan, Karva Chauth, Navratri, Indian weddings, Eid, and cultural celebrations. It suits both male and female recipients and is appropriate for formal gifting at all of these occasions.

Q: How do men and women style a Baluchari silk stole?
A: Women can drape it over a saree, salwar, or ethnic outfit to add handloom texture and narrative motif detail. Men can fold it lengthwise and drape over a kurta or sherwani for wedding and cultural occasions. It also displays beautifully as a framed wall textile for handloom collectors.

Q: How do I care for a pure silk Baluchari stole?
A: Dry clean only — the pure silk weave and woven narrative figures require professional care to maintain their lustre and structural integrity. Store folded in a soft muslin cloth in a cool, dry, dark place. Do not machine wash, hand wash, or iron directly on the woven motifs.

Q: Does this ship internationally as a gifting piece?
A: Yes — we ship to the UK, USA, EU, Canada, and Australia. The Bishnupur Baluchari silk stole is a popular Diwali, Raksha Bandhan, and wedding gift among the Indian diaspora in London, New York, Toronto, Sydney, and Dubai — arriving as a piece of living Indian textile heritage.

Country/Region of origin: India

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Product Care Guide

Our products are crafted with delicate handloom techniques and traditional artistry, and they deserve thoughtful care to preserve their beauty. We recommend dry cleaning only for most of our products. Please avoid twisting or wringing, and always air dry in the shade. When ironing, use medium heat on the reverse side. Do not bleach or expose the product to excessive heat or direct sunlight for prolonged periods, as it may affect the fabric and colors.

If you have any questions about how to care for your specific product, please feel free to reach out to our Customer Care Team—we’re always happy to guide you with love and attention.

For complete details, please visit our Product Care Guide page.

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Shipping & Delivery

We offer Global Delivery across USA, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, India including all other major countries with free shipping. India orders support Cash on Delivery (COD) and free shipping. India orders are typically delivered within 7–10 business days, while Global orders are shipped via prepaid shipping only, with delivery timelines of 7–10 business days. Blouse/Kurti/Fall & Pico stitching will add 2-3 extra days to the delivery time. All orders are shipped directly from India. Tracking details are shared once your order is dispatched.

For International Orders, we offer DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) service — this means the price you see at checkout is the final price. No extra customs duties, VAT, import fees, or local taxes have to be paid by you at the time of delivery. All such charges are fully covered by us.

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Shipping Policy

Return & Exchange

We offer a 30-day return and exchange policy for India, UK, USA, Australia, Canada & Rest of World orders. EU customers have a statutory 14-day right of withdrawal from the date of delivery of the last item, including weekends and public holidays.

Items must be in their original, unused, and unfolded condition with all tags and packaging intact. To initiate a return, email us at info@dakshinvastram.com. Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility, except for EU withdrawal returns which are covered by us.

Returns & Refunds are not accepted for:

Altered, customised, or modified items — including sarees with stitched blouses, fall & pico, or kurti stitching (EU customers: these are exempt from the right of withdrawal under Article 16(c))
Products purchased during sales or special offers (EU customers: your statutory withdrawal right still applies regardless of sale status)
For exchanges, you may request a different size or colour within 30 days (EU: 14 days), subject to availability. If you receive an incorrect or defective product, we will arrange a replacement at no additional cost. An unboxing video is strongly recommended to support any such claim.

Refunds, if approved, are processed within 15 business days (EU: within 14 calendar days of receiving the returned goods) to the original payment method.

For complete details, please visit our Refund Policy page.

Refund Policy

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We accept payments in your local currency — including USD ($), EUR (€), GBP (£), INR (₹) and more — based on your location.

You can pay securely using Apple Pay, Google Pay, Shop Pay, Credit/Debit Cards, UPI, and NetBanking (where available).

Your order will be processed in your currency — no conversion hassle, no hidden fees.
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Customer Care

For India Customers:
Phone/WhatsApp: +917002409435 (Mon-Sat, 10am–6pm IST)

For USA/UK/EU/Global Customers:
Phone/WhatsApp: +447405578188 (Mon-Sat, 10am–6pm UK time)

Email: info@dakshinvastram.com (we typically respond within 24-48 hours)

For complete details, please visit our Customer Care page.

Customer Care

FAQs

Is there a return policy? Yes. We offer a 30-day return policy for orders delivered to India, UK, USA, Australia, Canada & Rest of World. EU customers have a statutory 14-day right of withdrawal from the date of delivery. For full details including exceptions for customised items, please visit our Refund Policy page.

How do I request a refund? To request a refund, contact our customer support team at info@dakshinvastram.com within your eligible return window (30 days for most regions; 14 days for EU customers). You can also submit a request directly via your account portal at https://account.dakshinvastram.com or through the View Order link in your Order Confirmation email or Cancel Contract form via the EU Customer Rights menu in our store footer. We will provide further instructions on how to return the product and initiate the refund process.

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