A handwoven Katan silk Banarasi saree in a refined sandalwood palette, carrying peacock motifs in thread-by-thread Kadhua across the body. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari, each peacock built into the weave with its own weft. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
A peacock motif worked in Kadhua is a small feat of placement — the body, plume and tail must align across every repeat, and any drift would show across the length of the drape. That discipline is what makes Banarasi a luxury textile: time, planning and a weaver who refuses to hurry the weft.
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
Drapes beautifully in a Nivi style. Pair with antique-gold or polki jewellery and a deep rust or maroon raw-silk blouse to anchor the sandalwood palette.
| Weave |
Kadhua & Ektara |
| Motif |
Peacock motifs worked thread by thread |
| Zari |
Woven in zari across motifs, anchal and border |
| Border & Anchal |
Banarasi border with anchor-motif anchal |
| Colour |
A shade of sandalwood / peach |
| Material |
Lustrous Katan 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.
