Leila Saree
Leila Saree
The Leila saree is inspired by the Jamdani weave tradition, one of the most skilled and ancient handloom traditions of the Indian subcontinent, originating in Bangladesh and Bengal. The Jamdani technique weaves supplementary threads into the base cloth to create patterns that appear to float on the surface. On Chendamangalam cotton, the technique produces a saree that carries two heritages at once.
Fabric: Handloom cotton, Jamdani-inspired weave
Design: Supplementary thread weave pattern
Weave cluster: Chendamangalam, Ernakulam, Kerala
Loom: Traditional pit loom
Length: 6 yards including blouse piece
Wash care: Hand wash in cold water, dry in shade
Care & Maintenance
Dry clean is recommended for the first 3 washes to set the zari and natural dyes. For subsequent washes, hand wash gently in cold water with a mild, pH-neutral detergent. Do not wring or machine wash. Dry flat in shade , prolonged direct sunlight can dull the zari lustre. Store folded in a clean muslin cloth; avoid plastic bags and mothballs near zari borders.
Shipping & Returns
Free shipping on all orders across India. Orders are dispatched within 48 hours of confirmation. Delivery typically takes 7-14 working days via India Post depending on your location.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery. The item must be in original, unwashed, unworn condition. Return shipping is at the customer's cost. All approved returns are refunded as Neythkari Credits (store credit only, not a cash refund). Credits are valid for 12 months and can be used on any order.
Handloom Mark
Certified handwoven
Woven in Kerala
Chendamangalam, Ernakulam
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The Weavers of Chendamangalam
The craft arrived in Chendamangalam when the Paliyath Achans, prime ministers of the Cochin kingdom, brought weavers from Tamil Nadu's Devangar community to settle along the Periyar river. What began as a new livelihood took root across generations until it became inseparable from the identity of Chendamangalam itself.
Neythkari works directly with these weaver families, not middlemen. A fair portion of every sale returns to the craftsperson. When you buy from us, you are participating in a supply chain that keeps one of Kerala's most enduring traditions alive.
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