A dark brown Banarasi saree in cotton, carrying quiet tribal kotpad patterning along the body, with the Handspun, Handwoven Tribal Kotpad discipline visible in every passage of the drape. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
Kotpad is among the oldest tribal weaving traditions of central India — the yarn is handspun, the colour is drawn from the aal root and other natural dyes, and the loom is paced slowly through the body. The colour deepens with each wash; the weight of the cloth tells you how unhurried the making was.
Styling Note
Drape in a Bengali drape so the border and the anchal carry the eye. Pair with tribal silver or oxidised jewellery and a handloom cotton blouse in ivory, terracotta or deep brown.
| Weave |
Handspun, Handwoven Tribal Kotpad |
| Motif |
Quiet tribal Kotpad patterning along the body |
| Zari |
Not used — pattern carried in dyed silk/cotton yarns |
| Border & Anchal |
Naturally dyed border in keeping with the body |
| Colour |
Dark Brown (naturally dyed) |
| Material |
Cotton |
| Measurement |
Length 5.40 m, width 1.14 m, blouse 0.90 m |
| Origin |
Handwoven in Varanasi |
Caring for Your Handloom
A handloom saree is not just worn — it is preserved, rested, and cared for over time.
After wearing, allow the saree to settle gently. Dry clean only, so the weave, colour, and zari remain protected. When storing, wrap it in a soft muslin cloth and keep it in a dry place. Zari is delicate and responds to changes in weather; the muslin helps the textile breathe while keeping the weave stable.
Avoid spraying perfume directly onto the saree, as fragrance and alcohol can affect the fabric and zari. Every few months, open it out and let it air naturally for a while — a small ritual that allows the weave to breathe and helps the saree stay beautiful for years.
For any specific care requirements, please contact us on +91 73032 57788.
Every Stuti Weaves saree is woven to a standard width of 44–46 inches.