Gehna takes a minimalist approach to Ajrakh printing, a black base carrying a bright blue block printed motif, finished with a zari pallu. Where many Ajrakh sarees fill the entire body with dense, layered pattern, Gehna leaves more of the black base untouched, so the blue motif reads as a deliberate accent rather than one part of a busier print.
The saree is made in Dola Silk, a soft, lightweight silk blend known for its natural sheen and fluid drape. The blue motif is hand block printed using traditional Ajrakh wooden blocks and natural dyes, a craft practiced for generations in the Kutch region of Gujarat, and the pallu is finished with zari. Every saree is handcrafted by Indian artisans, and small variations in the print are a natural result of genuine handwork, not a flaw.
The black and bright blue combination gives Gehna a more contemporary edge than a traditional multi colour Ajrakh print, closer to a considered, minimalist statement piece than an all over pattern. It is built for someone who wants Ajrakh's craft heritage without a busy, maximalist look.
Gehna suits occasions where a bold but restrained saree fits better than a heavily patterned one, evening functions, receptions, and memorable celebrations where a striking colour contrast does the work rather than dense embellishment. The blouse shown in the product photos is for styling reference only and is not included with this saree.
Dola Silk falls soft and close to the body, easy to pleat cleanly. A classic Nivi drape lets the blue motif and zari pallu sit visibly against the black base.
Gehna is handcrafted in Indian villages, combining Ajrakh block printing from Kutch, Gujarat, with a zari finished pallu, the same craft pairing used in our Kareem saree, though each design carries its own colour and motif.
Hand wash separately in cold water with a mild detergent, or dry clean. Avoid soaking or wringing, since this can affect both the print and the zari pallu.
| Fabric | Dola Silk |
| Craft | Hand block printed Ajrakh with zari pallu |
| Length | 6.3 metres |
| Width | 45 inches |
| Blouse piece | Not included, shown for styling reference only |
| Colour | Black base with a bright blue Ajrakh motif |
| Occasion | Evening functions, receptions, celebrations |
| Wash care | Hand wash separately in cold water with mild detergent, or dry clean |
| Origin | Handcrafted by Indian artisans in Kutch, Gujarat, and Indian villages |
Yes. The blue motif on Gehna is hand block printed using traditional Ajrakh wooden blocks and natural dyes.
No. The blouse shown in the product photos is for styling reference only. Shop a matching blouse from our Blouses collection.
Dola Silk is a soft, lightweight silk blend fabric known for its natural sheen and fluid drape, offering a similar shine and fall to pure silk at a lighter weight.
Gehna combines Ajrakh block printing with a zari pallu and no embroidery, the same craft family as our Kareem saree. This differs from our Ajrakh embroidered Dola Silk sarees, such as Moti and Saawari, which add hand embroidery over the printed pattern.
Length: 6.3 meters; Width: 45 inches
Blouse piece: Yes; Fabric: Dola Silk
Wash care: Hand wash in cold water separately with mild detergent or Dry clean
Disclaimer:
1. Please note this product is handcrafted by Indian artisans with environment friendly dyes. There might be slight irregularities and unevenness in color and prints which make it an exquisite piece, proclaiming it to be completely handmade.
2. The colors seen in the image may slightly vary from the actual product due to different computer screen resolutions and displays.
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