A handwoven Katan silk Banarasi saree in taffy pink, carrying guldasta motifs worked thread by thread in Kadhua. The motifs, anchal and border are all woven in zari — the bouquets falling evenly across the body and the Banarasi border framing every edge. Handwoven in Varanasi on a traditional pit loom.
A guldasta in Kadhua is a small architectural problem: the stem must root, the leaves must balance, the bloom must crown — and the placement must hold across every repeat. Done weft by weft with its own zari, each bouquet takes the kind of time that machine weaving cannot reproduce, and that is precisely what makes Banarasi a luxury textile.
Styling Note
Drapes beautifully in a Nivi style. Pair with polki or antique-gold jewellery and a blush or ivory raw-silk blouse to keep the taffy pink soft.
| Weave |
Kadhua |
| Motif |
Guldasta (bouquet) motifs woven thread by thread |
| Zari |
Woven in zari across motifs, anchal and border |
| Border & Anchal |
Banarasi border with anchor-motif anchal |
| Colour |
A shade of taffy pink |
| Material |
Lustrous Katan silk |
| Measurement |
5.5 metres with 1 metre blouse piece |
| Origin |
Varanasi, India |
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.
