A handwoven Banarasi cotton saree in mustard, drawn over with Kadhua meenakari — buttis in coloured silk worked alongside the zari. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari, with the meena lighting the buttis from inside the weave against the warm mustard field. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
Meenadar on a cotton ground is a particular discipline — the weaver works coloured silk and zari into a lighter fibre, where every irregularity shows. The loom hours are the same as on silk, and the cloth holds them as visible care. That is what makes a Banarasi cotton sit at a different register from any other handloom.
Styling Note
Drape Nivi or Bengali — cotton settles into both easily. Pair with antique-gold or temple jewellery; mustard takes warm metals beautifully. A deep mustard, rust or ivory handloom blouse holds the tone.
| Weave |
Kadhua, Meenadar |
| Motif |
Meenakari buttis in coloured silk and zari |
| Zari |
Zari motifs alongside meena, with zari anchal and border |
| Border & Anchal |
Banarasi border with an anchor-motif anchal |
| Colour |
A shade of mustard |
| Material |
Fine cotton |
| 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.
