Frequently Asked Questions

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

Matte Yellow (Mustard Gold) Couture Pure Silk Banarasi Saree View product →
What is Moonga silk and how does it differ from Mulberry silk in handloom Banarasi weaving? +
Moonga silk has a distinctive golden, matte texture and slightly coarser hand-feel compared to the smoother, glossier finish of Mulberry silk, both hand-loomed in Banarasi tradition.
Mauve Couture Pure Silk Handloom Banarasi Saree View product →
What is Minakari butis weave and how is it different from jaal in handloom Banarasi weaving? +
Minakari butis are individually spaced, colourful enamel-style motifs hand-loomed across the saree, while jaal creates a continuous, interconnected pattern across the entire Banarasi fabric.
Mauve Plume Designer Handloom Pure Brocade Banarasi Cushion Cover View product →
What does the peacock symbolise in Banarasi weaving? +
The peacock stands for grace, beauty and the arrival of the monsoon, and in Banarasi brocade it is often woven in pairs beside a flowering urn to suggest harmony and abundance. That symbolism is why peacock covers are a popular choice for wedding and housewarming gifts across India and abroad.
Mehendi Green (Organic Olive) Couture Pure Pashmina Handloom Scarf View product →
Is mehendi green different from bottle green in tone? +
Yes, mehendi green has a more yellow-olive undertone reminiscent of henna paste, while bottle green leans deeper and more blue-toned.
Mehendi Green Couture Handloom Banarasi Saree View product →
What is Paithani pallu design and where does it originate? +
Paithani is a traditional Maharashtrian weaving style known for its distinctive pallu motifs; this saree hand-loomed borrows the visual style into a Banarasi silk base.
Mehendi Green Couture Pure Cotton Handloom Banarasi Suit Set View product →
Is mehendi green a popular choice for a mehendi ceremony outfit? +
Yes, mehendi green's namesake association with the ceremony makes it a natural, popular colour choice for mehendi function outfits.
Mehendi Green Couture Pure Katan Silk Banarasi Saree In Minakari Jaal View product →
Will this mehendi green saree work for a daytime mehendi or haldi? +
Yes — its fresh mehendi-green pure Katan silk and airy drape make this handloom Banarasi saree ideal for daytime mehendi and haldi celebrations.
Mehendi Green Couture Pure Silk Banarasi Luxury Scarf View product →
Is mehendi green scarf appropriate for a mehendi ceremony? +
Yes, mehendi green's namesake association with the ceremony makes it a fitting, celebratory choice for the occasion.
Merlot Heritage Designer Handloom Pure Brocade Banarasi Cushion Cover View product →
Is this a good cushion cover for gifting during Diwali or weddings? +
Yes, the rich maroon and silver zari carry a festive feel that suits Diwali, weddings and housewarmings alike. Its compact 45 x 45 cm size makes it easy to wrap and send, and as a handloom Banarasi piece it carries real cultural value. Several covers in complementary shades can also be gifted together as a set.
Merlot Wine Luxury Handloom Pure Katan Soft Silk Banarasi Dupatta View product →
Which outfits does a wine dupatta pair with best? +
Merlot wine sits beautifully with ivory, cream, beige, gold and black. It lifts a plain suit or lehenga and adds depth to a neutral saree for receptions and festive evenings.
Mesmerizing Turquoise Blue Couture Pure Summer Silk Banarasi Saree View product →
Is turquoise blue handloom Banarasi summer silk a good choice for a beach wedding? +
Yes — turquoise blue's vibrant, tropical-adjacent tone on this hand-loomed Banarasi saree pairs beautifully with beach and destination wedding settings.
Metallic Blue Couture Pure Cotton Silk Banarasi Saree View product →
Is metallic blue different from regular blue on a handloom Banarasi saree? +
Yes — metallic blue carries a subtle sheen or lustre compared to a flat regular blue, giving this hand-loomed Banarasi saree a more luminous, dimensional appearance.
Metallic Blue Couture Tanchui Brocade Pure Silk Banaras Fabric (By Metre) View product →
Is metallic blue brocade suitable for a groom's outfit? +
Yes, metallic blue's bold yet refined character makes it a striking, appropriate choice for tailoring into a groom's sherwani or Nehru jacket.
Metropolitan Gold Leaf Couture Pure Brocade Silk Banarasi Table Runner View product →
Does a brocade table runner require ironing before use? +
A light steaming rather than direct ironing is recommended for brocade table runners to preserve the silk's natural sheen and structure.
Midnight Azure Blue Couture Pure Dupion Silk Banarasi Table Mat View product →
Is a 10x10 inch silk table mat a standard size for placemats or coasters? +
Yes, 10x10 inches is a versatile size suitable for use as an elegant placemat, a decorative coaster base, or a display accent for fine tableware.
Midnight Cobalt / Royal Blue Couture Pure Dupion Silk Banarasi Table Mat View product →
What makes Dupion silk suitable for table linens rather than only garments? +
Dupion silk's crisp, structured hand-feel allows it to hold its shape well on flat surfaces, making it well suited to table linens as well as tailored garments.
Midnight Navy Blue Couture Pure Dupion Silk Banarasi Table Mat View product →
Is navy blue table decor easy to pair with white porcelain? +
Yes, navy blue's deep, grounded tone creates a striking, elegant contrast against white or cream porcelain settings.
Midnight Navy Designer Handloom Pure Brocade Banarasi Cushion Cover View product →
Can I order several covers to make a matching set? +
Yes, you are welcome to order more than one cover for a sofa or divan. Because each piece is handloom woven, covers from the same design may show tiny natural differences, which adds character to a set. For bulk or wholesale requirements, please write to us so we can confirm weaving and dispatch timelines separately.
Midnight Navy Handloom Pure Silk Banarasi Bedcover View product →
Will this bedcover fit my mattress size? +
This bedcover is woven to the dimensions listed in the specification table; we recommend checking your mattress measurements against this before ordering.