A handwoven cotton-silk Banarasi saree in a refined lilac, drawn over with thread-by-thread Kadhua buttis in Sona Rupa — gold and silver zari worked side by side. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari, with the bi-metal zari shifting under light. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
Carrying two zaris through a Kadhua motif is one of the slower Banarasi practices: each butti must be set in gold and silver in turn, with no overlap at the back. The weaver is effectively building the same motif twice, in different metals, on the same loom — and that is what makes a Sona Rupa piece feel a little quieter and a little richer than a single-zari Kadhua.
Styling Note
Drapes well in a Nivi or Bengali style. Pair with antique-gold or oxidised-silver jewellery and a soft ivory or sage raw-silk blouse.
| Weave |
Kadhua (Sona Rupa) |
| Motif |
Sona Rupa Kadhua buttis in gold and silver zari |
| Zari |
Woven in gold and silver zari across motifs, anchal and border |
| Border & Anchal |
Banarasi border with anchor-motif anchal |
| Colour |
A shade of lilac |
| Material |
Cotton silk |
| Measurement |
5.5 metres with 1 metre blouse piece |
| Origin |
Varanasi, India |
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.
