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The Aaina Grey Mirror Work Blouse is a steel grey cotton silk saree blouse with hand mirror embroidery on both the front and the back. Aaina means mirror, which is exactly what carries this piece. Grey is an unusual choice for festive wear and that is its strength — it is quieter than red or gold, so the mirrors do all the sparkling.
Fabric & Details
- Fabric: Cotton silk
- Work: Hand mirror embroidery on the front and back
- Colour: Steel grey
- Neckline: Sweetheart neck
- Sleeves: Sleeveless
- Padding & lining: Padded and lined
- Closure: Front closure
- Blouse length: 15 inches
Size & Fit
Available in S, M and L. This design is not made to custom measurements, so please check the size chart beside the photos. Each blouse carries a margin, so there is room for a small adjustment later. We dispatch in 3–4 working days and deliver across India in 5–7 days.
Style Tips
Grey behaves like a neutral, so it takes sarees that a coloured blouse would fight with. It looks striking with silver tissue, ivory, blush pink, powder blue, wine and black drapes, and gives a soft monochrome look with a plain grey or charcoal saree. Wear the pallu open so the back mirror work shows, and keep jewellery to oxidised silver rather than gold. Explore more mirror work blouses, sleeveless blouses and party wear blouses.
Care
The first clean must be a dry clean. It sets the colour so it stays fast and doesn't bleed later. After that you can hand wash gently in cold water, separately, without soaking or scrubbing. Dry in shade and iron inside out on low heat. Never iron directly on the mirrors.
FAQs
Is the mirror work done by hand?
Yes. Each mirror is held in place by hand-stitched thread framing worked around its edge by an artisan. It is not glued or machine-applied.
Where is the mirror work placed?
On both the front and the back, so the blouse still reads as worked when the pallu is worn open.
Is custom sizing available for this blouse?
No. This design is available only in the sizes listed. Each blouse carries a margin if a small adjustment is ever needed.
Will the mirrors come loose?
Not with normal wear and correct care. Each mirror is stitched in rather than glued. Avoid scrubbing the embroidered area and never iron directly on the mirrors.
Which sarees go with a grey mirror work blouse?
Grey works as a neutral, so silver tissue, ivory, blush pink, powder blue, wine and black sarees all suit it. A plain grey or charcoal drape gives a soft monochrome look.
Fabric & care
Handcrafted details need a little extra care to stay beautiful.
- Dry clean first. Always dry clean the first time to protect the fabric, colour and embroidery.
- Hand wash gently, only if needed. After the first dry clean, wash separately in cold water with a mild detergent. Do not soak, scrub or wring.
- Dry in shade. Direct sunlight can fade the colour.
- Iron inside out on low heat, with a thin cotton cloth over embroidered or painted areas. Never iron directly on mirrors.
- Store in a muslin or cotton cover, not plastic, so the fabric can breathe.
Will my blouse look exactly like the photos?
Yes. Our photos are taken in natural daylight and match the piece closely. Slight colour differences can occur because of screen settings.
How do I choose the right size?
Check the size chart beside the product images. If you are between sizes, choose the larger one, as a blouse is easier to take in than to let out. Custom sizing is also available.
Can the blouse be customised?
Yes. We can make it to your measurements and design preferences. Price and delivery time may vary, as the piece is made specially for you. Customised pieces cannot be returned or exchanged, so please share your measurements carefully.
Is there margin for alterations?
Yes. Our blouses have around 2 inches of margin, so the size can be let out if needed.
How can I tell if a blouse is hand embroidered?
Look at the reverse side. Hand embroidery shows small knots and slight irregularities, while machine work looks uniform. Each product's details state whether the piece is hand-worked or machine-embroidered.
Why do handcrafted blouses cost more?
Each handcrafted piece takes days of skilled artisan work and is made individually, not mass-produced.
Delivery within India
- Ready to ship: dispatched in 3–4 working days, delivered in 5–7 working days.
- Made to order or customised: around 15 days. We will let you know in advance if there is any delay.
International orders
- Available on request. Courier charges and customs duties are paid by the buyer and quoted before the order is confirmed.
- Before dispatch, we share photos and a video of your actual piece, and ship only after you approve it.
- Shopping from abroad? We can also deliver to any address in India at no extra cost.
Returns & exchanges (ready-to-ship orders within India)
- Wrong or defective item: report it within 24 hours of delivery with photos and an unboxing video. Once verified, we arrange a free pickup and send a replacement (if available) or store credit valid for 45 days.
- Size or preference exchange: one exchange per order. The piece must be unused, unwashed and returned with original tags and packaging. Return shipping for exchanges is arranged by you.
- Not eligible: change of mind, minor colour variation (up to 5%) and natural handcrafted variations.
Customised orders
- Pieces made to your measurements or design requests are made specially for you, so they cannot be returned or exchanged. Please double-check your measurements and requirements before confirming the order.
Cancellations
- Orders can be cancelled only before dispatch. A 5% payment gateway fee applies to prepaid cancellations.
Need help?
Email kavita@timelessbasics.in or WhatsApp +91 63040 37938. For full terms, see our Returns & Exchange Policy page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, your blouse matches the image closely, shot in natural daylight; slight variations may occur due to mobile settings.
Refer to the size chart beside product images to find your best fit. If unsure, choose a slightly bigger size—altering bigger to smaller is easier than the reverse.
Yes, we offer customization based on your size and design preferences. Price and delivery time may vary as each piece is specially made for you.
Yes, all our blouses come with ~2-inch margin, allowing you to increase the size easily (e.g., from 40 to 44).
Our handcrafted pieces come with authenticity certifications like Silk Mark and Hallmark (for pure fabrics). You can also check the reverse side—handwork shows natural knots and slight irregularities, unlike machine finishes.
Handcrafted blouses aren’t costly, they’re valuable—each piece takes days of skilled artisan work and is made individually, not in mass production.
