{"product_id":"bishnupur-katan-silk-saree-handloom-bengal-reception-wear","title":"Bishnupur Katan Silk Saree | Handloom Bengal Reception Wear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBishnupur Katan Silk Saree — Handloom Reception Wear, West Bengal\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eBishnupur Katan Silk Saree\u003c\/strong\u003e is a handwoven Indian silk saree crafted in Bishnupur, West Bengal, from pure katan silk — a tightly twisted, single-ply thread that produces a fabric of formal elegance, natural sheen, and enduring presence. Woven entirely by hand on traditional pit looms, it is a saree made for the most polished occasions — wedding receptions, anniversary dinners, and formal cultural evenings where every detail is noticed. A matching blouse piece is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Craft\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBishnupur's weavers bring a precise, unhurried craft to every piece, drawing on a design tradition shaped by the town's terracotta temple heritage and Bengal's rich artistic legacy. The \u003cem\u003epallu\u003c\/em\u003e (the decorative end panel draped over the shoulder) and borders of this saree are woven with an ogee arch pattern centred on rose medallion \u003cem\u003ebutis\u003c\/em\u003e (small repeating motifs), rendered with \u003cem\u003ezari\u003c\/em\u003e (fine metallic thread) that catches formal event lighting with warmth and precision. The ogee arch is a refined Bengal structural motif, combining architectural grace with botanical ornament in a pattern that reads as both traditional and contemporary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFabric \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePure katan silk holds pleats with authority and drapes with a formal composure that suits seated dinners and standing receptions equally well. It is a fabric that deepens in sheen under warm indoor lighting — making it a natural choice for evening receptions and anniversary celebrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOccasions \u0026amp; USA Reach\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA distinguished choice for wedding receptions and anniversary dinners across Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata, and for \u003cstrong\u003eDiwali\u003c\/strong\u003e formal evenings in Bengaluru and Pune. For the Indian diaspora, it is a trusted reception saree for formal events in London, Manchester, and Sydney, and a thoughtful gift for \u003cstrong\u003eKarva Chauth\u003c\/strong\u003e or a milestone anniversary. Indian communities across the USA — in Edison (New Jersey), Fremont (California), Sugar Land (Texas), Alpharetta (Georgia), and Naperville (Illinois) — will find it a distinguished choice for Indian wedding receptions, Diwali formal dinners, and cultural galas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStyling\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair with a plain silk or satin blouse in deep rose, champagne, or ivory — colours that honour the rose medallion palette and allow the ogee arch border to frame the look with architectural elegance. Polished gold jewellery with floral motifs creates a cohesive, formally resonant reception look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric: Pure Katan Silk, hand pit-loom woven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Bishnupur, West Bengal, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlouse piece: Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasions: Wedding receptions, anniversary dinners, Diwali formal events, Karva Chauth, cultural galas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrape: Formal, pleat-holding — suits Bengali, Nivi, and Seedha-Pallu styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare: Dry clean only; store in muslin cloth away from humidity and sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping: India, UK, USA, EU, Canada, Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this saree suitable for a wedding reception or anniversary dinner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Bishnupur Katan Silk Saree's ogee arch border, rose medallion buti motifs, and formal katan silk drape make it a composed and elegant choice for wedding receptions, anniversary dinners, Diwali formal evenings, and Indian cultural galas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich occasions is this saree best suited for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is ideal for wedding receptions, anniversary dinners, Diwali, Karva Chauth, and formal cultural events — both in India and for diaspora celebrations in the UK, USA, Canada, UAE, and Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for this saree?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDry cleaning is recommended to preserve the silk's structure and the integrity of the woven motifs. Store folded in a soft muslin cloth in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this saree ship to Indian communities in the USA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. We ship across the United States, including to Indian communities in New Jersey, California, Texas, Georgia, and Illinois. Every order is carefully packaged to protect the fabric during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a blouse piece included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, a matching blouse piece is included with every saree.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dakshin Vastram","offers":[{"title":"Bishnupur Silk Saree","offer_id":46633343582310,"sku":"SKUBBS_526","price":6000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/5617\/3670\/files\/baf537316f9f5a241fe259ea6b526623.jpg?v=1787483598","url":"https:\/\/dakshinvastram.com\/products\/bishnupur-katan-silk-saree-handloom-bengal-reception-wear","provider":"Dakshin Vastram","version":"1.0","type":"link"}