Nishakusum: Black Handwoven Matka Silk Saree

This saree is Silkmark-certified.

Step into timeless elegance with Nishakusum, a handcrafted black Matka silk saree woven with delicate golden floral motifs and a subtle crimson selvedge. The textured matte finish of Matka silk contrasts beautifully with the glint of zari flowers, creating a quiet drama that is both bold and refined.

A true embodiment of minimal luxury, this black saree is perfect for evening gatherings, intimate celebrations, or festive soirees where less is truly more. The rustic charm of Matka silk and the muted gleam of handwoven motifs make this a versatile drape for lovers of slow, sustainable fashion.

• Fabric: Handwoven matka silk
• Feel/Texture: Matka silk has a coarse look but is extremely soft to touch and drapes easily.
• Weaving Technique: Traditional loom-woven pattern with gold zari motifs
• Sustainability: Matka silk is a cruelty-free silk, derived without harming the silkworm
• Length: Approx. 6.4m (including blouse piece)
• Blouse design: Plain black with narrow red and silver border
• Width: 1.2m
• Weight: ~510g
• Tassels: Yes
• Falls & Pico: No
• Care: Dry clean only

Styling Tips:

• Pair with a contrast red or deep pink blouse to echo the zari pallu stripes.
• Elevate the look with terracotta jewelry or handcrafted silver earrings for a rustic-modern fusion.
• A gajra, bold bindi, and natural dewy makeup complete the sunshine goddess look.
• Can be styled with Kolhapuri sandals or embroidered juttis for ethnic flair.

Why is Matka Silk considered sustainable and a cruelty-free choice?

Matka silk is made from pierced or already-emerged cocoons (where the moth has flown out), which means the silk thread is shorter and has a more textured, matte finish. This method makes Matka silk a more ethical and cruelty-free alternative to traditional mulberry silk, where the worm is typically boiled inside the cocoon to extract long, continuous threads.

Because of this, Matka silk is often classified as a peace silk or Ahimsa silk variant, though the term “Ahimsa silk” is usually more strictly reserved for silk where no harm at all comes to the worm, including its natural lifecycle.