A pure Katan silk Banarasi saree in deep red, with Kadhua butterfly motifs placed thread by thread across the body. The wing forms repeat in a measured rhythm; the border frames the drape and the anchal carries an anchor composition. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — each butterfly built into the cloth thread by thread. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
A drape worked in Kadhua holds its own time — weeks of pit-loom work behind every metre, every butti set deliberately into the weft. That investment of hours, more than any single ornament, is what makes a Banarasi piece a luxury textile rather than a printed one.
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; deep red carries beautifully with classic gold, polki or kundan. A blouse in oxidised gold raw silk, deeper red or wine keeps the butterflies the centre of the look.
| Weave |
Kadhua & Ektara |
| Motif |
Thread-by-thread Kadhua butterfly motifs across the body |
| Zari |
Butterflies, border and anchal all woven in zari |
| Border & Anchal |
Intricate Banarasi border framing the drape; anchal with anchor 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.
