Satyavati Mangalgiri Jewel Toned Cotton Silk Saree by Bloc a Main Atelier

The Weave: Mangalgiri’s Eternal Art

Mangalgiri sarees come from the temple town of Mangalgiri in Andhra Pradesh, a place where faith and craft are inseparable. For over 500 years, the weavers here have created fabrics famed for their warp-faced weave—a technique where the warp threads dominate the surface, lending the fabric its unique smoothness and subtle lustre.

These sarees are woven on pit looms, which sit level with the ground, allowing the weaver to maintain perfect tension in every thread. No mechanical shortcuts are used—each saree is the product of patient, precise human skill. The result? A fabric that’s breathable, crisp, and enduring, cherished across India and the world.

Cotton Silk – Luxury with Comfort

The Satyavati is woven in cotton silk, an exquisite blend that combines the cooling breathability of cotton with the soft sheen of silk. This makes the saree light and airy—ideal for long hours of wear—while ensuring it still carries the understated shimmer that special occasions demand.

Mangalgiri cotton silk is especially prized for its fine yarn count, producing a fabric that is smooth, feather-light, and incredibly easy to drape. It’s the kind