A handwoven Banarasi Katan silk saree in deep bottle green, drawn over with Kadhua motifs woven thread by thread across the body. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — an intricate Banarasi border closes the drape, with the aanchal carrying the same motif language into the pallu. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
A deep green is a ground that gives the gold zari weight — the contrast is built into the cloth itself, with every motif set into the body thread by thread in Kadhua. There are no float threads on the reverse, no shortcuts in the placement; the patience the loom demands is what makes the drape a luxury rather than a piece of decoration.
The drape carries a second weave: Ektara. Where Kadhua gives the piece its precision, Ektara gives it its hand — softer, flowier, with a deeper gloss and an easier hand to drape.
Styling Note
Drape Nivi or Bengali-style with the pallu fanned wide so the motifs read across the green ground. Pair with antique-gold, polki or temple jewellery and a mossy green, ivory or contrast gold raw silk blouse.
| Weave |
Kadhua & Ektara |
| Motif |
Thread-by-thread Kadhua motifs across the body |
| Zari |
Gold zari motif and border |
| Border & Anchal |
Intricate Banarasi border with anchor-motif aanchal |
| Colour |
Deep Bottle Green |
| Material |
Pure Lustrous Katan Silk |
| Measurement |
5.5 m saree with 1 m unstitched blouse piece |
| 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.
