A Step-by-Step Look at How Our Bridal Blouses Are Handcrafted

Inside the Iraivi Atelier

From fabric preparation and hand Aari embroidery to precision tailoring, explore the craftsmanship behind every piece we create.

All Stages (30) Fabric & Preparation (7) Design & Pattern (6) Cutting & Construction (6) Aari & Embellishment (5) Finishing & Reveal (6)

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Stage 01 — 01 — Fabric & Preparation

Silk Inspection & Quality Check

Every length of silk is inspected by hand under natural light to ensure even weave texture, vibrant color consistency, and a smooth hand feel before drafting begins.

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Stage 02 — 01 — Fabric & Preparation

Cotton Lining Preshrinking

Pure cotton lining fabrics are gently pre-washed and steam-pressed to prevent any unexpected shrinkage after your blouse is tailored.

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Stage 03 — 01 — Fabric & Preparation

Fabric Steaming & Grain Smoothing

Brocade fabrics and silk bases are carefully steam-pressed to release loom wrinkles and stabilize the weave before pattern marking.

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Stage 04 — 01 — Fabric & Preparation

Grain Alignment & Cutting Layout

We check the warp and weft alignment of each fabric panel to make sure the drape falls straight and stays centered on your shoulders.

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Stage 05 — 01 — Fabric & Preparation

Color Fastness & Tone Verification

Fabric swatches are checked to confirm the dye holds its richness and does not bleed into contrasting linings or delicate bridal jewelry.

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Stage 06 — 01 — Fabric & Preparation

Drape & Weight Assessment

Different silk weights drape differently. We evaluate the drape of each fabric to select the right lining weight and internal interfacing.

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Stage 07 — 01 — Fabric & Preparation

Edge Trimming & Selvedge Preparation

Rough outer edges are neatly trimmed and prepared so every panel feeds smoothly during precision sewing and border attachment.

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Personal Design Consultation & Custom Fit

Create Your Custom Bridal Blouse

Book a personal consultation with designer Mrs. Sangeetha Saravanan Kumar to begin designing your wedding blouse, tailored to your exact measurements.

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