This is a grey handwoven Chanderi silk saree featuring zari floral motifs with a pink accent. It has golden zari borders with a purple stripe and neon pink undersides. Palla of the saree has a striped Chanderi insert. The saree does not come with a blouse piece.Rooting from the Vedic period, Chanderi is believed to have been founded by Lord Krishna's cousin, Shishupal. It is one of the finest handloom clusters, for its fine cotton and silk texture embellished with zari. Patronized by royalty, Chanderis are known for their sheer texture, light weight and a golden haze that sets them apart. In India, an estimated 18,000 craftsmen are directly or indirectly dependent on this industry for their living.