Baby Pink Pure Katan Silk Handloom Banarasi Thaan

A length of baby pink Banarasi Katan-by-tissue silk — a Katan warp set against a tissue weft so the cloth carries the structure of Katan and the glow of tissue. The motifs are all woven in zari. As with any true Banarasi: The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.

Kadhua is among the most demanding Banarasi techniques — every motif is built into the weave thread by thread, never embroidered on after. Each butti carries its own weft, and the loom may take weeks to release a single drape; the slowness is the luxury, and it is what gives a Kadhua piece its unbroken, single-breath composition. Bought by the metre, the same care and weave-time apply — the cloth comes off the loom as a length of true Banarasi, ready for a blouse, sherwani panel or panelled lehenga.

Styling Note

A length like this lends itself to tailored use — a structured blouse, a sherwani panel, or panels for a lehenga. The zari sits flush against the weave, so the cloth holds its shape under stitching and reads cleanly across joins. Pair finished garments with antique gold or temple jewellery to let the weave carry the eye.

Caring for Your Handloom

A handloom fabric is not just worn — it is preserved, rested, and cared for over time.

After wearing, allow the fabric 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 fabric, 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 fabric stay beautiful for years.

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