Bomkai Cotton Saree in Royal Black | Authentic Odisha Handloom Saree
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Bomkai Cotton Saree in Royal Black | Authentic Odisha Handloom Saree
Body (Main Saree Area)
- Elegant black cotton body offering a bold and graceful appeal
- Adorned with traditional Ikat‑style motifs and buti patterns woven into the fabric
- Precise motif alignment achieved through traditional Sambalpuri dyeing techniques
- Breathable cotton ensures comfort for long hours of wear
Border Details
- Rich contrast red Bomkai border with intricately woven traditional patterns
- Features geometric and floral Sambalpuri motifs arranged in linear format
- Strong, finely finished border enhances durability and visual appeal
- Adds a striking frame to the saree’s deep body color
Pallu (Aanchal)
- Grand red pallu showcasing classic Sambalpuri and Bomkai motifs
- Repeating panels with traditional figurative designs inspired by Odisha folklore
- Accented with temple‑inspired lines and geometric bands
- Dense handloom weave makes the pallu the highlight of the saree
Specifications
- Saree Color: Black body
- Fabric: Pure Mercerised Cotton
- Wash Care: Dry Clean
- Brand: SUTA-SAGA
- Product category: Bomkai cotton
- Length: 6.25 Metres (including blouse)
Notes
- Model's blouse is for display only; a running blouse piece is included. For a bold look, try pairing this saree with a contrast blouse.
- Slight color variations are to be expected and are a characteristic feature of authentic, hand-dyed textiles.
- Please embrace the slight irregularities of this handwoven drape, as the true beauty of handloom lies in its unique imperfections.
- Digital Representation: We use AI technology to showcase the styling potential of this saree. The fabric and details are 100% true to the actual product.
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Bomkai Saree – Origin & Weaving Heritage
The Bomkai saree traces its roots to a small village named Bomkai in the Ganjam district of southern Odisha, where it was originally woven using coarse cotton yarns. Over time, the Bomkai weaving tradition evolved beyond its place of origin.
During the late 1980s, the style underwent significant refinement in Sonepur (Subarnapur) of western Odisha, where weavers began creating Bomkai sarees on finer cotton and silk. This evolution introduced intricate buta and buti motifs, which have since become the defining feature of Bomkai sarees and a focal point of Odisha’s handloom heritage.
Bomkai sarees are traditionally woven using a technique where the warp threads are stretched and extended, and the weft threads are carefully interwoven within them. Advanced weaving methods such as Dobby, Jaala, and Jacquard are employed to achieve precision and complexity in motifs and borders.
The designs prominently feature artistic and symbolic motifs, including dancing dolls, chariots, trees, horses, ducks, tortoises, fish, creepers, traditional boita (boats), and classic buta and buti patterns. Floral and nature‑inspired motifs such as Kanthiphula, atasi flowers, bitter gourd blossoms, birds, flies, peacocks, fish, lotus, and damru are rendered beautifully in geometric forms.
A distinctive element of Bomkai sarees is the ornamental border, often adorned with repeating kumbha (temple spire) motifs, reflecting Odisha’s rich architectural and cultural legacy.
