A handwoven Banarasi Katan silk saree in soft lilac, carrying Kadhua peacock motifs built into the body thread by thread, each plume placed with patient precision. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — an intricate Banarasi border frames the drape, and the aanchal carries the same peacock language into the pallu. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
A peacock motif on a Kadhua loom is one of the more demanding compositions a weaver can take on — every feather is its own decision, every plume its own pool of weft. The cloth advances one careful pick at a time. That kind of slow, deliberate craft is what gives a Kadhua peacock its life on the drape; nothing is added after the loom.
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 pallu fanned wide so the peacock work reads in full. Pair with antique-gold or polki and a tonal lilac, deep aubergine or contrast ivory raw silk blouse.
| Weave |
Kadhua & Ektara |
| Motif |
Kadhua peacock motifs across the body |
| Zari |
Gold zari peacock motif and border |
| Border & Anchal |
Intricate Banarasi border with peacock-motif aanchal |
| Colour |
Soft Lilac |
| 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.
