A dusty-rose Banarsi katan silk saree drawn over with a continuous jangla jaal — large leaf-fronds and open blooms carried on a scrolling zari vine that covers the body end to end. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari, with soft meenakari shading touching the petals in rose, ivory and old-gold. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
A jaal of this reach is built thread by thread as the cloth is woven, never embroidered after — the vine has to travel unbroken across the full width and length, which is the slow, exacting part of the weave. The anchal gathers the jaal into a denser floral kalga with multicoloured meena blooms, so the pallu reads richer than the body when it is draped.
The katan silk carries a smooth, close lustre and a fluid fall that lets the all-over work settle into soft folds.
Styling Note
Drape in a Nivi with the pallu pleated to show the meena kalga, or let it fall loose in a Bengali drape. Pair with antique-gold or temple jewellery and gold jhumkas; an old-rose, ivory or soft-gold blouse keeps the tonal palette intact.
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.
