{"product_id":"royal-plum-ilkal-saree","title":"Royal Plum Ilkal Saree","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"sd-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sd-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sd-p\"\u003eHandwoven in the historic looms of Ilkal, Bagalkot district, Karnataka, the Royal Plum Ilkal saree is a colour story of regal depth and earthy contrast. The deep plum body — a rich, dark purple-red — has an intensity that deepens in different lights, revealing new dimensions with every drape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sd-p\"\u003eThe teal green border cuts across the plum with a bold, unexpected energy — a pairing that captures Ilkal weaving's historic tradition of high-contrast colour combinations. The Tope-Teni pure silk pallu finishes the saree with its characteristic lustrous shimmer, locked into the body using the traditional loop-join technique that has made Ilkal sarees one of Karnataka's most celebrated GI-tagged handloom crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sd-p\"\u003eAt Seere, every Ilkal saree is sourced directly from the weaving families of Bagalkot — ethically priced, GI-tagged, and shipped worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sd-h\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sd-tbl-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"sd-tbl\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCotton Silk (body) + Pure Silk Tope-Teni Pallu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCraft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"sd-gold\"\u003eTope-Teni loop-join technique — authentic Ilkal hallmark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGI Tag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"sd-gold\"\u003e? Yes — Ilkal saree GI protected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIlkal, Bagalkot, Karnataka, India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep plum body with teal green border\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOccasion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeddings, Festive, Formal, Cultural events\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaree Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5 metres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlouse Piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.8 metres (unstitched, included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWash Care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry clean only — preserve silk pallu and natural dyes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLK107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sd-h\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sd-faq-row\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"sd-q\"\u003eWhat is a plum colour saree?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"sd-ans\"\u003ePlum is a deep purple-red — darker than violet, richer than maroon, and with a cool undertone that sets it apart from both. In Indian textiles, deep plum is considered a colour of regality and depth. On an Ilkal cotton-silk, the plum tone appears differently under indoor and outdoor light — shifting from a moody dark purple to a warm, luminous berry shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"sd-faq-row\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"sd-q\"\u003eWhat is the Tope-Teni technique?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"sd-ans\"\u003eTope-Teni is the hallmark of authentic Ilkal weaving. The cotton-silk body and pure silk pallu are woven separately, then interlocked along a single continuous thread using a loop-join technique. The Tope-Teni Seragu — a red-and-white interlaced stripe at the join — is recognised as a Karnataka state symbol.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"sd-faq-row\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"sd-q\"\u003eWhat blouse colour suits a deep plum saree?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"sd-ans\"\u003eThe teal border calls for a teal or peacock green blouse for a harmonious traditional Ilkal look. For a bolder contrast, try gold, mustard, or a deep magenta. A black blouse with gold thread adds dramatic festive intensity to the deep plum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"sd-faq-row\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"sd-q\"\u003eDoes this saree come with a blouse piece?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"sd-ans\"\u003eYes — a 0.8-metre unstitched blouse piece is included. Your tailor can stitch the blouse from the included fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"sd-faq-row\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"sd-q\"\u003eHow do I care for an Ilkal saree?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"sd-ans\"\u003eDry clean only. The pure silk Tope-Teni pallu and natural dyes require professional cleaning. Store in your Seere cotton bag away from direct sunlight to preserve the depth of the plum colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"sd-faq-row\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"sd-q\"\u003eDo you ship internationally?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"sd-ans\"\u003eYes. Seere ships worldwide from India. Free shipping on Indian orders above ?2,999.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Seere","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51683215376701,"sku":"LK107","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/4592\/3389\/files\/4V6A0088.webp?v=1779347504","url":"https:\/\/seere.in\/products\/royal-plum-ilkal-saree","provider":"Seere","version":"1.0","type":"link"}