A handwoven Banarasi Katan silk saree in regal purple, with meenakari motifs in coloured silk and zari placed across the body in deliberate rhythm. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — a meenadar border closes the drape with enamel-bright detail, framing the body on every edge. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
A Meenadar border is built one colour-change at a time on the loom — the weaver lays coloured resham alongside the zari, motif by motif, so each blossom carries enamelled depth without sacrificing the gold work. That layered approach is what gives the textile its jewel-like quality, and why a Meenadar piece reads less like brocade and more like a piece of woven enamel.
Styling Note
A Nivi drape carries this composition best — the pallu placed long over the shoulder so the meenadar border reads in full. Pair with polki or kundan jewellery to echo the meena tones, and a deep aubergine or contrast ivory raw silk blouse to keep the focus on the weave.
| Weave |
Kadhua & Meenadar |
| Motif |
Meenakari motifs in coloured silk and zari |
| Zari |
Gold zari with coloured silk meenakari |
| Border & Anchal |
Meenadar border framing the drape with anchor-motif aanchal |
| Colour |
Regal Purple |
| Material |
Pure Lustrous Katan Silk |
| Measurement |
5.5 m saree with 1 m unstitched 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.
