Frequently Asked Questions

The peacock is India's national bird and a symbol of grace, beauty and the monsoon. Banarasi weavers have long woven it in pairs with flowering urns to suggest harmony and abundance, which is why peacock covers feel especially fitting for gifting and for celebrating a new home.

Yes. At 2.50 metres, it layers gracefully over a plain saree or lehenga, and its all-over jaal means it looks complete even when the outfit beneath is simple.

The cover measures 45 x 45 cms, so a 45 x 45 cm (18 x 18 inch) insert will give a full, plump look, while a slightly smaller insert will produce a softer, more relaxed shape. Please note that the cover is sold on its own, without an insert, so you can choose the filling that suits your seating best.

Yes. The brocade face is woven by hand on a Banarasi loom, with the zari motifs built thread by thread into the cloth rather than printed on it. That is why the pattern has depth you can feel and why small natural variations from piece to piece are part of its character. The back is finished with a plain satin astar.

Hand embroidery adds raised stitching on top of a woven base fabric, while handloom weaving integrates the pattern directly into the fabric's structure during weaving.

Yes, a handwoven silk tapestry's timeless craftsmanship and cultural depth make it a thoughtful, memorable housewarming gift.

Yes, grey and green's cool, natural contrast is increasingly favoured as a modern, sophisticated pairing in contemporary ethnic wear.

Red is traditionally considered auspicious in Indian culture, symbolising joy, passion, and celebration, especially in wedding and festive contexts.

A single Khaddi Georgette Banarasi saree of this design takes our weavers several days on the loom, including the bandhani tie-dye resist work before weaving.