A handwoven Banarasi Katan silk saree in ivory, drawn over with thread-by-thread Kadhua motifs in Sona Rupa — gold and silver zari worked side by side. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari, with the Sona Rupa shifting tone subtly across the body. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
Sona Rupa is the Banarasi practice of weaving gold and silver zari into the same motif so the piece carries two metals at once. Done thread by thread in Kadhua, it doubles the loom hours: every butti is built with two zaris, placed in turn, and the entire composition only reads correctly when both colours sit cleanly together. The luxury here is in the cumulative skill of two zari registers working in tandem.
Styling Note
Drapes beautifully Nivi-style with the pallu pleated narrow so the bi-metal zari reads at the front. Pair with antique-gold or silver jewellery and a champagne, deep-emerald or ivory raw-silk blouse.
| Weave |
Kadhua (Sona Rupa) |
| Motif |
Sona Rupa Kadhua motifs in gold and silver zari |
| Zari |
Gold and silver zari throughout |
| Border & Anchal |
Banarasi border in Sona Rupa; anchal closes with anchor motif |
| Colour |
Ivory |
| Material |
Pure Lustrous Katan 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.
