A handwoven pure Katan silk Banarasi saree in purple, with floral motifs across the body and a wide floral border framing the drape on every edge. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — the wide border carries a flowering pattern that frames the body in continuous gold. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
A wide floral border is its own weaving discipline — the loom is set so that the pattern repeats with no break across the length of the drape, and the floral logic of the border has to align cleanly with the body field. Patience like this is uncompressible, which is precisely what gives the textile its quiet luxury.
Styling Note
Drape in the classic Nivi style to let the border read clearly along both selvedges. Style with kundan or polki — the cooler stones sit well against purple. A tonal aubergine silk blouse, or a contrast ivory raw-silk blouse, keeps the floral border in focus.
| Weave |
Kadhua |
| Motif |
Floral motifs across the body |
| Zari |
Zari motifs across the body, anchal and border |
| Border & Anchal |
Wide Banarasi floral border framing the drape on every edge |
| Colour |
Purple |
| Material |
Katan Silk |
| Measurement |
5.5 metres saree with 0.8 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.
