ONE SAREE. THREE SHADES. PURE FESTIVE ENERGY.
Lime green meets deep blue and rich wine, brought together through traditional Bandhej detailing and a graceful tissue pallu. This is not the usual single-colour Bandhani saree — it is a multi-shaded celebration of Gujarati textile heritage, reimagined in a colour palette that feels fresh, distinctive and deeply festive.
Origin & Heritage
Bandhej — also known as Bandhani — is one of Gujarat's most beloved and ancient textile traditions. The craft involves skilled artisans tying thousands of tiny knots across the fabric before dyeing, creating intricate patterns that reveal themselves only when the ties are removed. The Dandiya Ras Kasumbo is a traditional Gujarati Bandhej design, historically associated with festive celebrations, weddings and the spirit of Navratri. Fine Rai Bandhej refers to the smallest, most delicate dot pattern in the Bandhej vocabulary — a mark of skilled craftsmanship and refined taste.
Product Overview
This Gujarati Bandhej saree is crafted in a striking multi-shaded colour combination of vibrant lime green, deep blue and rich wine/maroon, creating a beautiful contrast as the saree moves with the drape. The traditional circular Bandhej motifs add character to the body, while the detailed Bandhej work continues towards the pallu and border. The tissue pallu adds a subtle sheen and festive finish, making this saree especially beautiful for celebrations and traditional occasions.
It is colourful without being overly embellished — making it a wonderful choice for women who love traditional Gujarati textiles with a contemporary colour story.
Fabric & Craft
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Craft: Traditional Gujarati Bandhej (Bandhani)
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Design: Dandiya Ras Kasumbo with fine Rai Bandhej detailing
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Colour Combination: Multi-shaded — Lime Green + Deep Blue + Wine/Maroon
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Pallu: Tissue pallu with subtle sheen
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Includes: Saree + matching blouse piece
From Artisan to Elegance
Each Bandhej saree begins with a length of fabric and the patient hands of a skilled artisan. Thousands of tiny points are individually tied with thread before the fabric is immersed in dye — a process that may be repeated multiple times to achieve the multi-shaded depth you see in this saree. When the ties are finally removed, the resist-dyed dots emerge in their full beauty. The Dandiya Ras Kasumbo pattern, with its circular motifs and festive energy, is one of the most celebrated designs in Gujarati Bandhej — and the fine Rai dots that cover the body speak to the artisan's precision and dedication.
Who Will Love This Saree?
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Women who love Gujarati traditional dressing — especially those who already wear Bandhani/Bandhej and want something a little different
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Brides & bridesmaids — perfect for pre-wedding functions, family rituals and bridesmaids who want colour without competing with the bride
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Wedding guests at Gujarati weddings — colourful and traditional without looking bridal
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Women who love colourful hand-crafted textiles — Bengali, Maharashtrian, South Indian, North Indian or NRI customers who love regional Indian textiles and unusual colour combinations
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Working professionals — for festive office celebrations, Diwali events and ethnic days
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NRI women — Gujarati/Indian diaspora weddings, Navratri celebrations and cultural events create a natural occasion for this saree
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Saree collectors — those building a curated wardrobe of authentic Indian handloom
Perfect For
- Gujarati Weddings — as a wedding guest, bridesmaid or family member
- Garba & Navratri celebrations
- Pre-wedding functions: Mehendi, Haldi, Engagement, Mata ki Chowki
- Religious & traditional functions: Pujas, temple visits, family rituals
- Festivals: Navratri, Diwali, Dussehra, Janmashtami
- Festive office events and ethnic days
Styling Suggestion
Pair with gold or antique silver jewellery — a traditional Gujarati necklace, jhumkas and bangles work beautifully. For Navratri and Garba, consider a simple bun or braid adorned with flowers. The tissue pallu drapes elegantly in the Gujarati or Nivi style. Keep the blouse in one of the saree's three shades — lime green or wine work particularly well — for a cohesive, festive look.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS SAREE
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Gujarati Bandhej Craft — Traditional Dandiya Ras Kasumbo with fine Rai Bandhej detailing
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Multi-Shaded Beauty — A striking combination of lime green, deep blue and rich wine
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Festive Tissue Pallu — Adds a beautiful sheen and makes the saree occasion-ready
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Traditional Yet Contemporary — Gujarati craftsmanship in a colour palette that feels fresh and distinctive
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Made for Celebrations — Perfect for weddings, Navratri, Garba, pujas and festive gatherings
Part of our Dandiya Ras Bandhej Collection — available in a selection of vibrant colour combinations.
Care Instructions
- Dry clean recommended for best results
- Do not wring or machine wash
- Store folded in a muslin cloth away from direct sunlight
- Iron on low heat on the reverse side; avoid ironing directly on Bandhej dots
- Keep away from moisture and humidity during storage
Important Note
This saree is a handcrafted textile. Minor variations in the Bandhej pattern, dot placement and colour depth are inherent to the hand-tying process and are a mark of authenticity, not a defect. Colours may appear slightly different on screen depending on your device's display settings.
Why Buy from Ethnics Land?
At Ethnics Land, every saree is personally curated for quality, authenticity and craft integrity. We have been working directly with artisan communities and trusted weavers since 2018, bringing you handloom and handcrafted textiles that are genuinely made the traditional way. Each piece is quality-checked before dispatch. We believe in full transparency — what you see is what you receive, and we are always available to answer your questions before you buy.
