Ghicha Tussar Saree | Natural Amber Kantha Ashtami Bengal

Ghicha Tussar Saree — Natural Amber, Kantha Stitch Temple Spire & Marigold Border, Ashtami Anjali & Durga Puja 2026 A Ghicha Tussar Saree is a handwoven Indian silk saree made from ghicha — the short, broken fibres of the Tussar silkworm (Antheraea mylitta), reeled and spun into a yarn that carries a characteristic nubbly texture and natural warmth entirely absent from cultivated mulberry silk. The result is a fabric of raw, grounded beauty: heavier in hand than smooth silk, richer in surface texture, and naturally warm amber-gold in colour — the earth tone that Tussar silk produces without any dye when the cocoon's own colour is preserved in the yarn. This piece is part of the Durga Puja 2026 Collection and is designed for Ashtami anjali — the eighth-day flower offering at the heart of Durga Puja, when women gather at the pandal at dawn to offer flowers and bilva leaves to the goddess in the most intimate act of the entire festival. The natural amber of undyed Tussar is the colour of the earth, the marigold, and the goddess's own forest origin. A matching blouse piece is included. Fabric & Feel Ghicha Tussar is lightweight yet substantive. Its natural texture makes it breathable for the early Ashtami morning and composed enough for the long day that follows. The natural amber ground deepens in morning pandal light and carries the marigold's own warmth throughout. Occasions & Global Reach The natural Durga Puja Ashtami anjali saree for Bengali women across Kolkata, and for Ashtami gatherings among Bengali and Indian communities in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Edison (New Jersey), and Sydney. A distinguished Navratri Ashtami saree across Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Pune — where the amber Tussar carries the day's colour with quiet authority. A collector's Diwali gifting saree for anyone who understands what natural Tussar silk means. Styling Pair with a plain raw silk or cotton blouse in saffron, white, or deep red — the Ashtami puja palette of dawn light and marigold. Simple gold jewellery with terracotta or coral accents completes the Ashtami morning look with botanical and devotional exactness. Highlights Fabric: Ghicha Tussar silk — naturally textured wild silk with characteristic nub surface Colour: Natural amber — undyed Tussar warmth Craft: Handloom woven with kantha stitch embroidery, Bengal tradition Design: Kantha stitch temple spire and marigold garland border Collection: Durga Puja 2026 Blouse piece: Included Occasions: Ashtami anjali, Durga Puja, Navratri Ashtami, Diwali gifting, Indian weddings Care: Dry clean only; store in muslin away from humidity and sunlight Frequently Asked Questions What is ghicha and how does it differ from regular Tussar silk? Ghicha is made from the short, broken fibres of the Tussar cocoon — fibres that cannot be reeled into long smooth thread. These are spun into a textured yarn that carries visible nubs and irregularities, giving ghicha fabric its characteristic surface warmth and raw natural beauty. Regular Tussar uses the longer reeled fibres and has a smoother finish; ghicha is more textured, more natural-looking, and more individual. Which occasions is this saree best suited for? It is ideal for Durga Puja Ashtami anjali, Navratri Ashtami, Diwali gifting, and Indian wedding season — across Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Pune, and for diaspora occasions in the UK, USA, EU, Canada, and Australia. Does this ship across India and internationally? Yes. We ship to all major Indian cities and internationally to the UK, USA, EU, Canada, and Australia with careful packaging to protect the fabric and embroidery. Is a blouse piece included? Yes, a matching blouse piece is included with every saree.