Frequently Asked Questions

Answers straight from each handloom piece — sourced from our products and updated automatically as new pieces are added.

Corallo Dolce Meenakaari Couture Pure Dupion Silk Banarasi Saree View product →
Is this peach saree suitable for an engagement or cocktail function? +
Yes — the soft coral-peach base with meenakaari floral detailing gives it a romantic, contemporary edge that photographs beautifully, making it a strong choice for an engagement, cocktail evening, or reception where you want something festive but not as heavy as traditional bridal red.
Corallo Tramonto Meenakari Kadhua Couture Pure Banarasi Silk Suit Set View product →
Is a shot-colour coral suit versatile for both day and evening functions? +
Yes, coral's warm, dual-tone radiance shifts subtly with light, making it comfortably versatile across both daytime and evening functions.
Couture Blue Multicolour Handloom Pure Banarasi Brocade Cushion Cover View product →
What makes brocade weaving different from plain silk weaving? +
Brocade weaving incorporates supplementary threads, often metallic or coloured, to create raised patterns directly in the fabric, unlike plain weaves which have a flat, uniform surface.
Couture Bold Red and White Stripes Pure Banarasi Satin Silk Printed Neck Tie View product →
How do I match this tie with a pocket square pattern? +
Choose a pocket square that picks up one colour from the stripe (solid red or solid white) rather than another stripe or pattern, to avoid visual clash.
Couture Captivating Blue Neck Tie View product →
Can this tie be paired with a matching pocket square? +
Yes — the sapphire blue hand-printed silk pairs well with a solid or subtly patterned pocket square in a complementary tone.
Couture Chic Banarasi Silk Neck Tie in Pink View product →
Does this tie come with a matching pocket square option? +
This listing is for the tie only; a solid or subtly patterned pocket square in a complementary pink or neutral tone pairs well with it.
Couture Chic Light Brown and Black Men's Neck Tie in Pure Banarasi Silk View product →
How wide is this tie at the blade? +
This tie is cut to a standard men's tie blade width, suitable for most modern shirt collars and jacket lapels.
Couture Classic White Men's Neck Tie in Pure Banarasi Silk with Hand Print View product →
Is this tie appropriate for weddings? +
Yes — the classic white pure silk finish and hand-printed detailing make it a fitting choice for wedding attire, both for the groom and guests.
Couture Elegant Baby Pink Minakari Handloom Banarasi Silk Dupatta: Elevate Your Party and Festive Attire View product →
Is this baby pink dupatta made of pure silk? +
Yes — this dupatta is handwoven from pure Katan silk in the Pekhwa/cutwork technique, with genuine Minakari detailing, true to authentic Banarasi handloom craftsmanship.
Couture Elegant Brown Floral Banarasi Pure Raw Silk Neck Tie - Limited Edition View product →
Is this floral pattern hand-painted or woven into the Banarasi silk? +
The floral design is printed onto the pure raw silk base rather than woven, while the underlying fabric itself follows Banarasi silk-making tradition.
Couture Elegant Creme and Pink Men's Neck Tie in Pure Banarasi Silk View product →
What is the best way to store a silk tie? +
Roll or hang the tie without tight folds, keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture, and store it separately from rough fabrics to protect the silk surface.
Couture Elegant Dark Green Men's Neck Tie in Pure Banarasi Silk View product →
Does this tie crease easily? +
Like most pure silk ties, it can crease with heavy use, but creases typically relax on their own when the tie is hung or gently steamed.
Couture Elegant Grey Minakari Handloom Banarasi Silk Dupatta: Elevate Your Party Attire View product →
Is this grey dupatta made of pure silk? +
Yes — this dupatta is handwoven from pure Katan silk in the Pekhwa/cutwork technique, with genuine Minakari detailing, true to authentic Banarasi handloom craftsmanship.
Couture Elegant White Banarasi Pure Raw Silk Neck Tie - Limited Edition View product →
Can I find matching accessories in Banarasi silk? +
Yes — our collection includes coordinating Banarasi silk pieces such as pocket squares and dupattas alongside ties.
Couture Elegant White Minakari Handloom Banarasi Silk Dupatta: Elevate Your Party & Traditional Attire View product →
Is this white dupatta made of pure silk? +
Yes — this dupatta is handwoven from pure Katan silk in the Pekhwa/cutwork technique, with genuine Minakari detailing, true to authentic Banarasi handloom craftsmanship.
Couture Exquisite Blue Minakari Handloom Banarasi Dupatta: Elevate Your Party and Traditional Attire View product →
Is this blue dupatta made of pure silk? +
Yes — this dupatta is handwoven from pure Katan silk in the Pekhwa/cutwork technique, with genuine Minakari detailing, true to authentic Banarasi handloom craftsmanship.
Couture Exquisite Blue Minakari Handloom Banarasi Silk Dupatta: Elevate Your Designer Attire View product →
Is this blue dupatta made of pure silk? +
Yes — this dupatta is handwoven from pure Katan silk in the Pekhwa/cutwork technique, with genuine Minakari detailing, true to authentic Banarasi handloom craftsmanship.
Couture Exquisite Blue Minakari Handloom Banarasi Silk Dupatta: Elevate Your Party Attire View product →
Is this blue dupatta made of pure silk? +
Yes — this dupatta is handwoven from pure Katan silk in the Pekhwa/cutwork technique, with genuine Minakari detailing, true to authentic Banarasi handloom craftsmanship.
Couture Exquisite Creme Designer Pure Banarasi Silk Hand Printed Neck Tie View product →
What makes a hand-printed tie unique compared to machine-printed? +
Hand-printed ties are produced individually by artisans, resulting in subtle character and detail in the pattern that mass machine-printing typically cannot replicate.
Couture Finest Banarasi Pure Silk Brocade Neck Tie - Peach & Green View product →
Does this tie support traditional Indian handloom artisans? +
Yes — pieces like this handwoven Banarasi brocade tie are produced by skilled artisans continuing traditional handloom weaving practices.
Couture Greenish Blue Multicolour Handloom Pure Banarasi Brocade Cushion Cover View product →
How do I clean a Banarasi brocade cushion cover? +
Spot clean gently with a damp cloth for minor marks, and opt for professional dry cleaning for a deeper clean to preserve the brocade threads.
Couture Hand-Printed White Pure Banarasi Silk Neck Tie View product →
Is this tie handmade in India? +
Yes — it is hand-printed by skilled artisans as part of our Banarasi silk collection, produced in India.
Couture Hot Pink Multicolour Handloom Pure Banarasi Brocade Cushion Cover View product →
Can Banarasi brocade cushion covers be customized in other sizes? +
This particular design is offered in the standard 18x18 inch size; reach out to us directly if you're looking for a custom size.
Couture Luxurious Banarasi Silk Neck Tie in Pink - Limited Edition View product →
Is this tie handcrafted by Banarasi weavers? +
Yes — this piece is handwoven, with the brocade detailing crafted using traditional Banarasi weaving techniques.