A handwoven Katan silk Banarasi saree in ivory, drawn over with Ginnie motifs worked thread by thread in Kadhua — small coin-like rounds spaced evenly across the body. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari, the ginnie set into the weave with its own weft. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
Ginnie motifs read as small woven coins — but each one is a tight, perfectly closed shape, and the spacing has to hold from end to end of the warp. In Kadhua, every ginnie carries its own weft, which is why the composition looks measured rather than printed. That kind of slow, even placement is the discipline at the heart of Banarasi.
Styling Note
Drapes beautifully in a Nivi style. Pair with polki or antique-gold jewellery and a deep maroon or gold raw-silk blouse to anchor the ivory ground.
| Weave |
Kadhua |
| Motif |
Ginnie (coin) motifs woven thread by thread |
| Zari |
Woven in zari across motifs, anchal and border |
| Border & Anchal |
Banarasi border with anchor-motif anchal |
| Colour |
A shade of ivory |
| 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.
