A handwoven Banarasi Katan silk saree in fresh lime green, drawn over with Adda Tanchoi work enamelled in Meenadar — coloured silk meenakari sitting alongside zari across the body. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — the Tanchoi field carries to the edges, with the aanchal echoing the meenadar composition. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
Adda Tanchoi gives the drape its dense satin ground; Meenadar enamels the motifs in coloured silk alongside the zari. Together they are among the most jewel-like Banarasi compositions on the loom — the pattern is built into the fabric itself, with no added embroidery, and every colour change is held by the weaver pick by pick. The luxury of the textile is the precision the two techniques demand together.
Styling Note
Drape Nivi-style with the pallu pleated wide so the meenadar field catches the light. Pair with kundan or polki, and a contrast deep emerald or tonal lime raw silk blouse to keep the green palette central.
| Weave |
Tanchoi & Meenadar |
| Motif |
Adda Tanchoi motifs with Meenadar enamelling |
| Zari |
Gold zari with coloured silk meenakari |
| Border & Anchal |
Tanchoi border carrying composition into the aanchal |
| Colour |
Lime Green |
| 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.
