A handwoven Banarasi cotton saree in red, drawn over with thread-by-thread Kadhua motifs evenly placed across the body. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — an intricate Banarasi border frames the drape, and the anchal closes with an anchor motif. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
Cotton Banarasi is the everyday luxury — the same loom patience, the same Kadhua precision, with a yarn that drapes more easily and breathes better in warm weather. Each butti carries its own weft, never embroidered on after; the back of the cloth stays clean, and the front reads as a single, considered composition.
Styling Note
Drapes beautifully Nivi or Bengali style — cotton settles into pleats more easily than silk. Pair with antique-gold or temple jewellery and a deep-maroon, ivory or oxidised-gold raw-silk blouse to lift the red ground.
| Weave |
Kadhua |
| Motif |
Thread-by-thread Kadhua motifs across the body |
| Zari |
Gold zari throughout |
| Border & Anchal |
Intricate Banarasi border; anchal closes with anchor motif |
| Colour |
Red |
| Material |
Fine Banarasi Cotton |
| 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.
