Description

There is a moment when you hold a hand drawn Kalamkari piece up to the light and realise you are not just looking at fabric — you are looking at a story told entirely by hand, line by line, colour by colour, by an artisan who has spent years perfecting this ancient craft. This Pure Tussar Silk Salwar Material with Pen Kalamkari is that moment, made wearable.

The pure Tussar silk fabric forms the perfect canvas for this artistry. Tussar silk sarees hand painted in multicolour with peacock motifs and floral creepers are crafted on handloom Tussar silk — the fabric has a natural earthy texture and subtle sheen that is distinctly Tussar, making it breathable and comfortable for extended wear. Kankatala

The hand drawn pen Kalamkari on this salwar material is the work of a living art tradition. Pen Kalamkari is a centuries-old art form from Andhra Pradesh where stories are drawn literally onto fabric using a bamboo or date palm pen — crafted with natural dyes and immense precision, this technique brings to life intricate motifs of mythology, flora, fauna, and folklore. Each piece takes days, sometimes weeks, as the artisan hand-sketches and paints layer by layer, allowing the colours to set through repeated dyeing and washing. The result is not just fabric, but storytelling in its purest form — rich in detail, heritage, and artistry. Kosala

Peacocks in full display, floral creepers, lotus blooms, and leaf motifs spread across the Tussar silk body — each line drawn with the confidence and freedom of a master artist, each colour applied from organic plant extracts that are gentle on skin and enduring in vibrancy. Minor variations are a part of the process which itself proves the authenticity of the hand drawn process and are not to be considered as a defect — the colours used are organic plant extracts and dry clean is recommended. Kankatala Set includes top fabric, bottom fabric, and dupatta. Dry clean only.