Frequently Asked Questions
Answers straight from each handloom piece — sourced from our products and updated automatically as new pieces are added.
Midnight Navy Luxury Handloom Pure Katan Soft Silk Banarasi Dupatta
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How does the silk feel and drape on the shoulders? +
Katan soft silk is woven for an ultra-soft, smooth hand-feel. The dupatta falls with a fluid, flowy drape, so it sits comfortably on the shoulders without feeling stiff or heavy.
Midnight Onyx Black Couture Pure Pashmina Handloom Stole
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Can a Pashmina stole double as a lightweight shawl for air-conditioned spaces? +
Yes, its ultra-lightweight, breathable weave makes it an ideal companion for cool, air-conditioned indoor spaces.
Midnight Plume Designer Handloom Pure Brocade Banarasi Cushion Cover
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Will a black cover look flat in a neutral room? +
Not at all. The silver zari catches light and gives the dark ground real depth, so the peacocks glow softly against it. Against cream, stone or light wood, the contrast is crisp and the cover works as a single focal accent without needing a matching set.
Milanese Splendor Couture Pure Brocade Silk Banarasi Table Runner
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Is gold brocade table decor suitable for a wedding reception? +
Yes, gold brocade's rich, celebratory shimmer makes it a fitting, elegant choice for wedding reception table decor.
Mint Green and Pink Couture Pure Cotton Banarasi Saree
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What is Kora Kota fabric and how does it differ from regular cotton in handloom Banarasi weaving? +
Kora Kota is a lightweight, semi-sheer cotton fabric hand-loomed with a distinctive crisp texture, offering more breathability and structure than regular cotton.
Mint Green Couture Handloom Banarasi Silk Dupatta
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What is matt gold zari and how is it different from shiny gold zari? +
Matt gold zari has a subdued, understated finish compared to the brighter reflective shine of polished gold zari, offering a softer aesthetic.
Mint Green Couture Khaddi Banarasi Saree
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Is mint green a good colour for a summer daytime handloom Banarasi wedding function? +
Yes — mint green's fresh, cool tone on this hand-loomed Banarasi saree is especially well suited to summer daytime functions and outdoor celebrations.
Mint Green Couture Pure Linen Banarasi Saree
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Can handloom Banarasi linen sarees be worn comfortably in humid weather? +
Yes — linen's natural breathability and moisture-wicking properties, combined with this hand-loomed Banarasi saree's lightweight construction, make it comfortable even in humid weather conditions.
Mint Green Luxe Pure Pashmina Scarf
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Can a pashmina scarf be worn in summer? +
Yes — despite its warmth, pashmina's fine, lightweight fibre makes it breathable enough for cool summer evenings or air-conditioned settings.
Mint Green with Light Red Floral Print Couture Pure Linen Saree
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Is a handloom linen saree suitable for daily office wear? +
Yes — a hand-loomed linen saree's breathability and understated print make it a comfortable, professional-looking choice for daily office wear in warmer climates, much like our Banarasi silk pieces for grander occasions.
Misty Powder Blue Designer Handloom Pure Katan Soft Silk Banarasi Dupatta
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Is this dupatta right for daytime and summer events? +
Yes. The soft powder blue and lightweight, flowing katan silk are well suited to day weddings, engagements and summer celebrations, and pair easily with ivory, cream, peach or soft grey.
Mocha Heritage Designer Handloom Pure Brocade Banarasi Cushion Cover
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Does this make a good gift for family living overseas? +
Yes, the monument motif is instantly recognisable and carries real cultural meaning, which makes it a thoughtful keepsake for relatives abroad. The cover is compact at 45 x 45 cms, so it travels easily, and it arrives as a single handloom piece with a satin-backed finish. We ship to India and internationally, including the USA, UK, Canada and Australia.
Monument Maroon Designer Handloom Pure Brocade Banarasi Cushion Cover
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Is this a good gift for someone living abroad? +
Yes. The Taj Mahal is instantly recognised around the world, and a handloom Banarasi cover is a lasting way to carry a piece of India into a home overseas. At 45 x 45 cms it is light and easy to ship, and we deliver to the USA, UK and worldwide.
Multi-Hued Rangkaat Palette Couture Tanchui Brocade Pure Silk Banaras Fabric (By Metre)
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What defines the Rangkaat technique in brocade fabric? +
Rangkaat joins two or more differently coloured silk threads seamlessly within the same fabric body, creating a shifting, multi-tone visual effect across the weave.
Multicolor Couture Pure Brocade Silk Banarasi Bedcover
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Will the multicolor palette clash with an already colourful bedroom? +
It's designed to be the room's anchor piece rather than an accent, so we'd suggest keeping walls and larger furniture in a neutral tone and letting this bedcover carry the colour. Its jewel-toned panels already read as a considered palette on their own, so it pairs surprisingly well with plain cream, charcoal, or wood-toned settings rather than competing with other prints.
Multicolor Couture Pure Brocade Silk Banarasi Table Runner
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How do I style a multicolour runner without it clashing with my table setting? +
Because the colour shifts are woven directly into the silk rather than printed, the palette reads as rich rather than busy, and pairs well with plain gold, cream, or dark wood tableware that lets the runner remain the visual centrepiece. Keeping surrounding décor simple, single-colour napkins, brass accents, plain candles lets the woven motifs and colour transitions stand out without competing.
Multicolor Couture Pure Brocade Silk Banarasi Table Runner
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Is this runner suited to everyday use or special occasions only? +
While the weave is sturdy enough for regular use, the richness of the colours and the zari work make this piece particularly well suited to festive dinners, weddings, and special hosting occasions where it can be the centrepiece of the table. For everyday styling, it works just as beautifully as a decorative table topper or displayed folded on a console or sideboard between uses.
Multicolor Couture Pure Brocade Silk Banarasi Table Runner
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Will the colour transition look uneven or patchy once laid out? +
The gradient is intentional and woven directly into the silk, so it reads as a deliberate, flowing colour shift rather than an inconsistency. Because it's a handloom piece, exact transition points can vary slightly from what's pictured, which is part of the natural character of raw handwoven silk. Once laid flat across a table, the shift becomes a striking focal feature rather than something to disguise.
Multicolor Couture Pure Brocade Silk Banarasi Table Runner
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What kind of tableware pairs best with this jewel-toned runner? +
Simple gold-rimmed or plain white and cream tableware tends to let the magenta and indigo tones stand out without competing for attention. Brass candle holders, glassware, and understated florals also complement the richness of the weave well. Because the palette is already vivid, we'd suggest keeping other table elements relatively restrained so the runner remains the visual anchor of the setting.