A sky blue Banarasi saree in pure Katan silk, drawn over with Kadhua peacock motifs that catch the light against the soft ground. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari, with the peacocks repeating along the anchal and border. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
A peacock motif at this scale is a small architectural decision — the tail, body and crest each need their own weft pickup, and across an entire saree the placement has to read as evenly as it began. That is the kind of slow loom work the price of a Banarasi reflects.
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 to let the peacocks repeat cleanly across the front. Pair with antique-gold or polki — sky blue with yellow accents takes warm gold beautifully. A mustard, gold or ivory raw silk blouse holds the palette.
| Weave |
Kadhua & Ektara |
| Motif |
Kadhua peacock motifs across the body |
| Zari |
Zari peacocks woven into the body, anchal and border |
| Border & Anchal |
Zari border with a peacock-motif anchal |
| Colour |
A shade of sky blue with yellow accents |
| Material |
Katan silk |
| Measurement |
5.5 m saree with 0.8 m 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.
