A Katan silk Banarasi saree in classic red, with a Phool Jangla layout — scrolling vines and florals carried unbroken across the full field of the drape. The Phool (flower) compositions follow the body like vine and bloom. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — the whole jaal is built in gold against the red ground. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
A Jangla layout asks the weaver to build a continuous, scrolling field across the entire drape — no resting ground, no quiet metres. The composition must read as one breath from selvedge to selvedge. That is why Jangla pieces are counted among the most demanding Banarasi compositions, and why the loom holds them for weeks.
Styling Note
Drape Nivi or Lehenga-style; the Jangla composition rewards a clean front pleat. Pair with kundan, polki or antique-gold; a blouse in deeper red, wine or oxidised gold raw silk keeps the jaal forward.
| Weave |
Kadhua Phool Jangla |
| Motif |
Scrolling vines and florals (Phool) in a continuous Jangla layout |
| Zari |
The entire jaal woven in zari across the body |
| Border & Anchal |
Composition carries to the edges; anchal closes the jaal with the same floral language |
| Colour |
Classic red |
| Material |
Lustrous Katan silk |
| Measurement |
5.5 metres saree with 1 metre 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.
