A handwoven Banarasi kora silk saree in a multicoloured palette, carrying a compartmented Aada layout drawn into Kadhua across the body. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — an intricate Banarasi border frames the drape, with an anchor motif in the aanchal that holds the composition together. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
Aada is the compartmented layout — the body of the saree divided into colour blocks, each filled with its own zari composition. Layered with Kadhua, every motif in every compartment is built into the cloth thread by thread, never appliqued after. A saree of this complexity routinely takes weeks at the loom; the textile is a luxury because each section is its own weaving session.
Styling Note
Drapes beautifully Nivi-style with the pallu fanned wide so the aada compartments read clean. Pair with classic gold or polki, an ivory or contrast emerald blouse, and minimal hair to let the colour blocks lead.
| Weave |
Kadhua & Aada |
| Motif |
Compartmented Aada with kadhua motifs |
| Zari |
Gold zari throughout |
| Border & Anchal |
Intricate Banarasi border with anchor-motif aanchal |
| Colour |
Multicoloured |
| Material |
Banarasi Kora 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.
