A handwoven Banarasi Katan silk saree in deep red, with Kadhua guldasta floral bouquets placed across the body in measured rhythm. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — an intricate Banarasi border frames the drape on every edge, finishing in an aanchal that carries the guldasta into the pallu. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
A Kadhua guldasta is one of the more architectural motifs on the Banarasi loom — every stem, every petal, every leaf is placed thread by thread, with its own weft. The weaver has to hold the bouquet together across multiple picks, and the discipline of that placement is what gives a guldasta drape its sense of being painted into the cloth rather than printed onto it.
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 pleated wide so the guldasta reads across the pallu. Pair with polki, kundan or classic gold and a tonal red, deep maroon or contrast ivory raw silk blouse.
| Weave |
Kadhua & Ektara |
| Motif |
Kadhua Guldasta (floral bouquet) |
| Zari |
Gold zari Guldasta motif and border |
| Border & Anchal |
Intricate Banarasi border with Guldasta aanchal |
| Colour |
Deep Red |
| 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.
