Red Katan Silk Handloom Banarsi Suit Set

A handwoven Banarasi silk-by-cotton suit set in red, with the kurta length in red and a contrast pink dupatta — both carrying thread-by-thread Kadhua motifs along their lengths. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — the dupatta carries a denser composition along the body, and the kurta length is finished with a Banarasi selvedge weave. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.

Kadhua places each motif as its own loom event — own weft, own discipline, own placement decision. Combining a red kurta length with a contrast pink dupatta means the weaver carries that placement through two grounds in succession, holding the motif rhythm across the colour change. The luxury is in the cumulative skill across both lengths.

Styling Note

Tailor the kurta straight or anarkali and pair with churidars or palazzo. Drape the pink dupatta long off one shoulder to let the colour contrast read. Pair with antique-gold or polki and chand bali earrings.

Caring for Your Handloom

A handloom suit set is not just worn — it is preserved, rested, and cared for over time.

After wearing, allow the suit set 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 suit set, 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 suit set stay beautiful for years.

For any specific care requirements, please contact us on +91 73032 57788.