A pure Katan silk Banarasi saree in deep red, with Kadhua peacock motifs placed thread by thread across the body. The peacock figures hold the centre of the composition; the surrounding field carries supporting motifs that frame each bird. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — and each peacock is built into the cloth thread by thread. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
Kadhua is the slowest of Banarasi techniques and the most rewarding. Every blossom, leaf and butti is built into the weave itself; nothing is appliquéd, nothing is shortcut. The hours at the loom show in the way the drape catches light evenly across the field.
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
Drape Nivi-style with the anchal pleated soft over the shoulder. Pair with antique-gold, polki or temple jewellery; a blouse in deeper red, oxidised gold raw silk or wine carries the peacocks well.
| Weave |
Kadhua & Ektara |
| Motif |
Thread-by-thread Kadhua peacock motifs across the body |
| Zari |
Peacocks and surrounding motifs all woven in zari |
| Border & Anchal |
Worked border carries the peacock language to the edges; anchal closes the composition with the same motif |
| Colour |
Deep 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.
