A soft champagne Banarasi silk saree drawn over with a pastel meenakari jaal — large blossoms in lilac, blush pink, butter yellow and dusty rose, set among curving leaves that move through the body of the cloth. The colour palette is intentionally muted, so the floral work reads as a gentle wash rather than a contrast.
The pallu opens onto a sage-grey panel scattered with the same meenakari blooms in larger scale, edged by ivory zari banding on both ends. The border carries a fine vine-and-trellis motif worked in tonal zari that runs continuously along the selvedge.
Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom, the soft-toned meenakari is one of the most technically patient Banarasi weaves — every coloured detail is woven, not embroidered, and the close tonal range demands that each shade sit cleanly against the next. That patience is what gives this piece its quiet, paintbox-like character.
Styling Note
Wears beautifully in the Nivi drape with the pallu pleated wide so the sage-grey meenakari panel reads as the focal point, or draped seedha-pallu for a softer fall. Pair with uncut-diamond or pearl jewellery and a tonal champagne or dusty-rose blouse to keep the palette muted.
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.
