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Pleated Necklace 160

Pleated Necklace 160
€25,60 €15,36 -40%
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Beaded strand necklace featuring a pleated pendant. Lighting and screens may cause slight variations in color appearance.

Size : Full length 40 cm

This is a limited edition piece.
You will own 1 out of only 1 pieces made from this fabric.

IW00300-ECM-000-160-0021-R2S

This piece earns you 60 Impact Points calculated by the number of meters of fabric saved from landfill and the hours of fair wages you helped pay

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Description

Overview

Discover a striking blend of tradition and innovation with our Pleated Necklace 160 – Black Abstract. This handcrafted beaded strand necklace features a sculptural pleated fan pendant, created from upcycled sari fabric and adorned with sparkling glass beads and crystals. Every piece is one-of-a-kind, celebrating the beauty of circular fashion and the artistry of Mumbai’s women artisans.

Key Features

  • Pleated pendant crafted from pre-loved sari fabric
  • Hand-strung glass beads with sparkling glass crystal embellishments
  • Each necklace is unique in colour, pattern, and texture
  • Full length: 40 cm
  • Lightweight and sculptural design
  • Handcrafted by women artisans in Mumbai

Material

  • Pleated pendant: Upcycled sari fabric
  • Strand: Glass beads
  • Embellishments: Glass crystals

Origin Story

All jewellery is handcrafted by women artisans in Mumbai using pre-loved sari fabric, supporting fair, dignified work. I Was a Sari uses pre-loved sari textiles to reduce textile waste and support ethical, circular fashion.

Artisan

Handcrafted by women artisans in Mumbai, each necklace empowers local makers with fair, dignified employment.

Craftsmanship

Pleated necklaces are made using a unique heat-fixing technique to create sculptural, lightweight fabric pendants. Every piece is individually assembled and finished by hand.

Sustainability Impact

By using upcycled sari textiles, this necklace helps reduce textile waste and supports a circular fashion model. Each piece is a testament to ethical craftsmanship and conscious design.

Unique Features

  • One-of-a-kind: Every necklace features a unique combination of colour, pattern, and texture due to the use of different sari fabrics
  • Lighting and screens may cause slight variations in colour appearance

Product Specifications

  • Full length: 40 cm

FAQs
  • What makes the pleated fabric pendant necklace ideal for lightweight, sculptural jewellery lovers? The pleated fan pendant is crafted using a unique heat-fixing technique on upcycled sari fabric, resulting in a lightweight and sculptural design that stands out with its artistic form.
  • How does the use of upcycled sari fabric benefit those seeking ethical circular fashion necklaces? By using pre-loved sari textiles, this necklace reduces textile waste and supports a circular fashion model, while empowering women artisans in Mumbai with fair and dignified work.
  • What is the full length specification of the handcrafted beaded strand necklace? The necklace measures 40 cm in full length, featuring hand-strung glass beads and sparkling glass crystal embellishments.
  • Is the black abstract pleated necklace suitable for someone looking for unique sari textile jewellery? Yes, each necklace is one-of-a-kind with a unique combination of colour, pattern, and texture due to the use of different upcycled sari fabrics.
  • How do I care for the sculptural heat fixed pendant on this necklace? As the pendant is made from pleated upcycled sari fabric fixed by heat, it should be handled gently to preserve its lightweight, sculptural shape and avoid crushing the pleats.

How I am sustainable

I'm not made from virgin fabrics and dyes, so my carbon footprint, pollution and water usage is way lower than other products. Instead, I'm made with circular production methods, from waste fabric which already existed. I turned into an I was a Sari instead of becoming landfill. Now I'm looking forward to my second life, maybe with you.

How to care for me

I was collected from Mumbai markets rather than being newly made, so my exact fabric composition is unknown. Care for me sustainably with hand wash, line drying and cool iron. I can also be machine washed and dry cleaned if I don't come with embroidery or embellishments that might be affected.

How I fit

I'm made from light and silky flowing fabric. There is usually only one of me, in my specific print and In case of garments I come in limited sizes only. Please search by size to find the best fit for you. See our size guide.

About my shipping & returns

I will be shipped to you within 24–48 hours of you placing the order. I will be delivered by DHL or FedEx, which typically takes 4–5 business days.

If you choose Eco Shipping, I will be shipped via Aramex and delivered in approximately 10–12 business days, using a slower, lower-impact shipping method.

You may be levied taxes/customs duty at the time of delivery in certain countries. We collect VAT at checkout for EU orders < €150. To know more click here

Since I am made with care by artisans, rather than coming from a factory, I cannot be returned on a whim. However, if I am damaged in any way, please email us at shop@iwasasari.com and the team will help you.

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