Basonti — Handwoven Mul Cotton Check Saree

There is one colour that belongs to Bengal's spring — and Basonti wears it completely.

Named for the festival yellow of Basanta Panchami, this mul cotton saree is woven in sunshine yellow and white check — bold, bright, and full of warmth. The yellow border runs clean and simple along the full length. At the pallu's edge, a row of yellow handmade tassels swings with every step. No contrast, no interruption — just yellow, all the way through.

Mul cotton is one of India's most beloved fabrics for exactly this reason: it weighs almost nothing and drapes like a soft breeze. This saree moves freely, breathes easily, and makes you want to keep wearing it.

Wear it to Saraswati Puja, Basanta Utsav, Poila Boishakh, or any morning that deserves a little sunshine draped around you.

Fabric & Craft

• Handwoven mul cotton — lightweight, sheer and breathable
• Sunshine yellow and white check across the full length
• Solid yellow border running the full length
• Yellow handmade tassels at the pallu hem
• Blouse piece included (running fabric)
• Saree length: approximately 6.3 metres including blouse piece

Drape & Feel

• Extremely light and airy — drapes like a breeze
• Perfect for warm and humid weather
• Gets softer and more beautiful with every wash
• Light starch gives a slightly crisper drape if preferred

Styling Ideas

• White blouse is the classic pairing — simple, clean, perfect
• Yellow or white cotton blouse for a tonal look
• Silver oxidised jewellery — cuff, ring, small earrings
• Flat kolhapuris or sandals in tan or white
• The yellow tassels at the pallu are the detail — let them show

Care

• Hand wash in cold water with mild detergent
• Wash separately for the first few washes
• Do not wring — gently press out water and dry flat in shade
• Light iron while slightly damp

Size Guide

• Saree length: approximately 5.5 metres
• Blouse piece: approximately 0.8 metres

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