A burnt-rust Banarsi silk saree carrying paisley-form floral butas in muted gold, each one lit from within by touches of rose, magenta and gold meena. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — the broad ivory border runs a continuous flowering vine between fine geometric edgings, finished with a mustard selvedge, and the anchal deepens the same vocabulary into a full woven field. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
Each buta here is a small composition in four colours, and every colour is a separate weft passed and locked by hand. The weaver holds the placement steady across the whole body so the butas fall in ordered rows, then changes register entirely for the border and anchal — two different densities of work on one continuous warp. It is slow, deliberate weaving, and the depth of the cloth shows it.
Styling Note
A classic Nivi drape lets the border carry the frame and the anchal open fully at the shoulder. Antique-gold or temple jewellery sits naturally against the rust; polki works if you want more light at the face. For the blouse, mustard silk to echo the selvedge, ivory to pick up the border, or a deep rust tone-on-tone.
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.
