A handwoven Munga silk Banarasi saree in a soft sandalwood, with Kadhua butti drawn thread by thread across the body. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari, with an intricate Banarasi border framing the drape and an anchor motif closing the anchal. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
Kadhua earns its rarity through refusal: a refusal to embroider, a refusal to shortcut, a refusal to hide one pattern behind floats of another. Every form on the cloth is laid in cleanly, one weft at a time — and that is the work the price reflects.
Styling Note
Drape Nivi to let the sandalwood read against itself. Pair with antique-gold or temple jewellery — neutral tones take warm metals especially well. A camel, cream or pale-gold raw silk blouse keeps the palette quiet.
| Weave |
Kadhua |
| Motif |
Kadhua butti across the body |
| Zari |
Zari motifs woven into the body, anchal and border |
| Border & Anchal |
Banarasi border with an anchor-motif anchal |
| Colour |
A shade of sandalwood |
| Material |
Munga silk |
| Measurement |
5.5 m saree with 0.8 m 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.
