Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 Silk 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.
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 Onyx Black Couture Pure Pashmina Handloom Stole View product →
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.
Milanese Splendor Couture Pure Brocade Silk Banarasi Table Runner View product →
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 View product →
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 View product →
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 View product →
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 View product →
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 View product →
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 View product →
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.
Multi-Hued Rangkaat Palette Couture Tanchui Brocade Pure Silk Banaras Fabric (By Metre) View product →
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 View product →
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 View product →
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 View product →
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.