Caring for silk-blend and embroidered sarees

A good saree is worn a few times a year and has to be ready every time. Most damage happens in storage, not on the day.

Fold it differently each time

Creases that sit in the same place for months weaken the fabric and eventually the zari. Refold along different lines every few months.

Wrap, do not seal

Keep silk blends in a muslin or cotton cloth rather than plastic, which traps moisture. Add a few dried neem leaves to keep moths away.

Clean it properly

Dry-clean zari and sequin sarees. Never wring, and never iron directly on metallic work.